Harthside

The weather was reasonable so, after morning coffee with the folks, we set off with the intention of taking a hike over Nick Nook.
Travelled in the new 'Barney Transporter', a silver Vectra estate, and we parked by the river Wyre a mile or so outside Scorton.

Decided the picnic spot this time would be half way up the hill; so here you see Ben and Barney, who reached the seat first, of course!
Just over the top now, and on the way down Barney nearly collided with a pheasant, well camouflaged in the grass. Here you see him getting his 'wits' and his breath back.....


Now here is one with yours truly, you will note the new (birthday present) gaiters; a look of farmer giles maybe...








After this we dropped back into Scorton, for afternoon tea at the Barn and then followed the riverside walk back to the car. Back home, the day was made complete by downing a good Australian Shiraz and devouring enormous fillet 'steaks'...