Tag Archives: Lake District

Symi: Old ways and a long way back

But one day at a time they say And if you’re knowing where you’re going You’ll be finding your way. ‘Long Way Back’ from ‘Freedom Run’ by The Rifles, 2011 Some years ago, more than I care to remember or … Continue reading

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Symi, Tilos, The Mani:  rock with an edge!

I was introduced to rock climbing more years ago than I’m prepared to admit, though I will own up to being 13 at the time.  I remember it vividly, not because it was exhilarating but because it was traumatic. It … Continue reading

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Wild walks in Greece on hold

My diary for Sunday 2 June reads “16.35  Aegean Airways flight A3603, arrive Athens 22.10”.  But I won’t be on it. This was to be the start of a 2 month trip around mountains, gorges and waterfalls in the Peloponnese. … Continue reading

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Welsh Winter Walking: reflections on pioneering

Some years ago I was making tired but still rapid progress between High Spy and Catbells, the final leg of a non-stop 7-hour walk in the Lake District from Langdale to Keswick on the side of Derwent Water (for aficionados, … Continue reading

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