We just had a Weekend camping at Edale in the Peak District.
First we pitched our tent, with a good view of the valley:
Then George paddled in the stream:
Next day we went on a hike up Kinder Scout. A Gritstone plateau and the highest point in Derbyshire:
The views from the top are great, we could even see our tent down in the valley:
The rocks up there are kind of crazy, it reminded us of the scenery in ‘Up’ the movie.
Some of the path has been paved to protect the peat from erosion, it makes for easy walking on a sunny day.
It got pretty hot, I even got a bit sunburnt, but we cooled off in an icy stream filled with meltwater from the snow at the top.
The best thing about walking to the top of a hill?
The second half is all downhill.
The 2nd best bit?
A little farmhouse on the way down selling pints of cold drink, mugs of tea and delicious freshly made cake.
George opted for Fruit Squash and Lemon Drizzle cake. We chose a very welcome cuppa.
Then we got back to camp and took off our mucky boots.
THE END.
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Jules
April 13, 2010
I recognise that campsite as that is the one we usually camp at! I love Edale & Kinder and it looks like you had a wonderful time.
Sarah, Maison Cupcake
April 13, 2010
I have an aversion to tents but it looks like you had brilliant fun. The estate where I grew up had all the streets named after villages and landmarks in the peak district and pennines. I lived in a street called “Edale” and always wondered what it’s namesake was like!
Vic
April 20, 2010
jealous, jealous, jealous………..!
thingswemake
April 20, 2010
Ah – went past your little cottage too Vic. I did keep thinking of you when we were there. I’m sure you’ll be back again one day : )