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Archive for February, 2012

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24 Feb 2012

Who was Samuel Plimsoll?

Filed under: Other

A short piece about Samuel Plimsoll, best known for his efforts in saving the lives of many mariners but not so well known for his early work in encouraging access rights for walkers and hikers.

24 February, 2012 at 0:54 by Russ

Tags: kinder scout, latrigg, mass trespass, samuel plimsoll
Posted in Other | 2 Comments »

20 Feb 2012

Another Walk in Geltsdale

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An 11 mile circular walk around Geltsdale beginning in Castle Carrock and passing through Talkin and Brampton. The walk includes the beautiful Talkin Tarn and an excellent RSPB bird reserve wood.

20 February, 2012 at 18:52 by Russ

Tags: bird reserve, brampton, castle carrock, gelt woods, talkin tarn
Posted in Other | No Comments »

3 Feb 2012

Warks Burn and The Pennine Way

Filed under: Pennine Way

An 11.5 mile circular walk around Warks Burn and Bellingham in Northumberland. The walk passes through open land and includes a historic peel tower, a mill and 16th Century bastles.

3 February, 2012 at 16:29 by Russ

Tags: blacka burn, peel tower, ramshaws mill
Posted in Pennine Way | No Comments »

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