The last of the evening sun slants across the footpath that runs between ploughed fields. The light has that wonderful … More
Tag: farming
Coast to Coast – Part 4
Day 6 – Shap to Kirkby Stephen – 22 miles As I have been typing this blog from notes made … More
A Tactile Walk
The morning was bright and for once I decided to leave Dorset for the neighbouring county to do a 15 … More
Of a canine encounter, a bloody battle, a blazing fire, a bright sunset……and of course, a HAPPY NEW YEAR!
It was one of those beautiful crisp winter days, the frost was still heavy in the shade although the bright, … More
Of a village with two names, autumn fruits and foliage, hill forts and hedgerows, and being older!
It was one of those sharp, chilly autumn days and within five minutes I was thinking, ‘I hope I’ve got … More
Of dappled sunlight, amazing views, ridges and valleys, and some lost cows!
What a difference to last year! 2012 was wet, wet, wet; 2013 has been sunshine and warmth, making for some … More
Of sights and sounds, aerial acrobatics, and angelic singing!
This walk started and finished in one of those beautiful Dorset villages that you know so well because you drive … More
Beneath the Tree
As many of you will know, I like to write a bit of poetry. I’ll never be a Walter de … More
Of literary giants and characters, bluebells and blossom, and some strange sights!
Sitting here in my office on a dull, dreary day, gazing out of the window across the local park, my … More
Happiness is snow shaped :)
Now Dorset and snow don’t usually go together, especially South Dorset! We get the occasional light scattering, just to tantalise … More
