Day 19 - Sunday 26 May 2019
Garsdale Head to Sedbergh (12.1 miles)
Mention leaky wall at Dinner in the Moorcock. No wi-fi, village had a Sheriff it was so way out. Awoke to a horrible day – chucking it down and extremely windy with no visability. Over breakfast mulled over wether to stick with original route or walk along the road to Sedbergh. Pleasant stay at Moorcock – Copper Dragon beer, a lovely evening meal, huge brekky and friendly staff. Decided to stay low and use the A road to Sedburgh – splitting off on tracks and quiet roads when we could (A684). Took lunch under cover in the Church entrance. Mad woman at Caravan Site just outside Sedbergh – kept talking. Sedbergh really quiet and all cafes shut at 1430 on a Bank Holiday Weekend?? Checked in at Black Bull – room not ready, therefore we had a drink and a piece of cake in the Bar whilst waiting. Big Room, very comfortable, even with a bed, bowl and towel for Fudge – also a huge double shower in a lovely bathroom. We didn’t fancy anything on the Menu, therefore had a bimble down to the big Spar – Carpet Picnic and quiet night.
Leaving Garsdale Head on an absolutely awful weather day. Fudge is clearly not feeling the love
Dandry Mire Viaduct at Garsdale Head
We took any opportunity we could in order to avoid walking along the A684 - this diversion took us above the main road
Even though it was lumping it down it is important to keep ones sense of humour
Arriving in the village of Garsdale - and yes it is still raining
5 miles in and 7 to go
When trudging along a main road you have to find ways of amusing yourself...........................
........ enough said
A lunch respite in the entrance to St John the Baptist Church in Garsdale - thankfully there was no service this morning
Sulking because he is wet and has already scoffed down his lunch (and wants more)
Our first view of the Howgills as the weather starts to improve
Almost there love - soon be having a hot shower and be able to dry out
It was open but we couldn't be arsed to walk off route for 300 yards
New Bridge, Sedbergh over the River Rawthay
Arriving in Sedbergh - with dry foul weather gear
Come on Dad - get your kit off!
St Andrews Church in Sedbergh
Day 19 Data
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Mileage
Cumulative Mileage Time Total Ascent |
12.1 miles
231.7 miles 4hrs 50mins 583ft (178m) |
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