Day 22 - Wednesday 29 May 2019
Clapham to Settle (8.1 miles)
Well here we were on our last day, the culmination of a quite fantastic route & walk which surpassed expectations. The final day of a long distance walk is both tinged with sadness and a bit of an anti-climax if I am honest. Knowing that tomorrow you are not setting off on another days walking is sad and also when you get to the end it always seems weird that it is ending for some unexplainable reason.
Bridge Cottage was a lovely B&B and Isobel is a genuinely warm lady who is definitely in the right career. As we were leaving we had a quick chat with Ian from Trail Magic who was picking up our bag for the final time. We would definitely use them again as they provided a seamless and prompt service with our baggage. The distance today was only 8 miles therefore we could really take our time and enjoy it and we headed out of the village the same way we had entered yesterday - up via the Clapham Tunnels and on to Thwaite Lane.
The terrain to Feizor via the outskirts of Austwick was all track and we were pleased to see Elaine's Tea Room open for business therefore we fuelled up on Cheese Scones & Chocolate Cake. Had a bit of a chat with Clitheroe Cycling Club who were also in attendance and Angie took a group photograph for them before they cycled off into the distance.
Leaving Feizor the route headed over undulating farmland to reach Settle and journey's end at the Station. We asked one of the Station employees to take our finishing photo and she duly obliged. Therefore that was it - all over and we headed back into Settle to find a hostelry for a drink to celebrate. The Golden Lion facilitated this very well and after a swift half we checked into our B&B King William IV. After a spruce up & sort out we wandered back into Settle and bought a bottle of Fizz and some Dinner from the Co-op before having a relaxing evening in getting our bags ready for our return journey home tomorrow.
Bridge Cottage was a lovely B&B and Isobel is a genuinely warm lady who is definitely in the right career. As we were leaving we had a quick chat with Ian from Trail Magic who was picking up our bag for the final time. We would definitely use them again as they provided a seamless and prompt service with our baggage. The distance today was only 8 miles therefore we could really take our time and enjoy it and we headed out of the village the same way we had entered yesterday - up via the Clapham Tunnels and on to Thwaite Lane.
The terrain to Feizor via the outskirts of Austwick was all track and we were pleased to see Elaine's Tea Room open for business therefore we fuelled up on Cheese Scones & Chocolate Cake. Had a bit of a chat with Clitheroe Cycling Club who were also in attendance and Angie took a group photograph for them before they cycled off into the distance.
Leaving Feizor the route headed over undulating farmland to reach Settle and journey's end at the Station. We asked one of the Station employees to take our finishing photo and she duly obliged. Therefore that was it - all over and we headed back into Settle to find a hostelry for a drink to celebrate. The Golden Lion facilitated this very well and after a swift half we checked into our B&B King William IV. After a spruce up & sort out we wandered back into Settle and bought a bottle of Fizz and some Dinner from the Co-op before having a relaxing evening in getting our bags ready for our return journey home tomorrow.
Isn't it refreshing to see people taking a pride in the appearance of their business?
The drinking fountain in Clapham which commemorates the 60 year reigns of both Queen Victoria & Queen Elizabeth II
Entering the Clapham Tunnels
The Clapham tunnels were constructed by the Farrar family to provide a route underneath the Ingleborough Hall Estate connecting the village with Fell Lane, which leads along Clapdale.
The Clapham tunnels were constructed by the Farrar family to provide a route underneath the Ingleborough Hall Estate connecting the village with Fell Lane, which leads along Clapdale.
The route to Austwick is on a good track called Thwaite Lane
Thwaite Lane
Apparently there is a cracking cafe in Feizor - would it be open??
Flascoe Bridge over Austwick Beck
This clapper bridge is Grade II listed and was built in the 15th Century
This clapper bridge is Grade II listed and was built in the 15th Century
Oh yes Elaine's Tea Room in Feizor was most certainly open - and the cake was excellent too
Angie on photographer duty with the Clitheroe Cycling Club
Not far to go now - Stack House is approximately 1 mile from Journey's End at Settle
Let me out - I have a long distance walk to finish!
Back in Settle - and there is no way I am getting my kit off for anybody!!
The War Memorial in Settle
Nobody in when I knocked but I could hear movement from behind the door and I am sure the curtain twitched??
As seen on TV's "Grand Designs" - the refurbished Settle Station Water Tower which is now a very impressive family home
Back to where it all started just over 3 weeks ago
In our Spaniel Aid finery at the finish
Well done little chap - he managed to raise a significant amount of dosh for Spaniel Aid
A celebratory drink in The Golden Lion (for all 3 of us)
'I'm glad to hear it" said Fudge
A very tired pooch - sweet dreams little chap
Overnight Accommodation
King William the Fourth Guest House, Settle - www.kingwilliamthefourthguesthouse.co.uk
King William the Fourth Guest House, Settle - www.kingwilliamthefourthguesthouse.co.uk
Day 22 Data
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Mileage
Cumulative Mileage Time Total Ascent |
8.1 miles
269.3 miles 3hrs 40mins 948ft (289m) |