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Brock Barrow

Walked on 10/08/2012

Start point: High Nibthwaite (SD 294 897)

Brock Barrow (OF) from High Nibthwaite

Distance: 1.5 miles     Total Ascent: 175 metres     Time Taken: 1 hour 20 minutes     Start Time: 11:00

Weather: Hot and sunny. 23°C

It was really warm this morning – Connie, we are going out for a walk…your choice…!

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Climbing above the rooftops of High Nibthwaite.

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Beacon Fell from the path.

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Brock Barrow looking seasonally heathery today.

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The Crake Valley from the climb.

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The Coniston fells from the top.

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Brock Barrow cairn.

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Looking across the foot of Coniston Water.

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When you get to the top, you just have to have a rest when it is as hot as this!

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What a lovely day.

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Plenty of shouts and laughter from the lake below.

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A panoramic view from the top.

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Casper, Connie and Dougal soaking up the sunshine.

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Dappled fells.

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Dougal says 'Let me in too'.

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Heading for the second summit, Top o' Selside up to the right.

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There is a fabulous view of Coniston Water from here.

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In the Ling.

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Self timing.

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On the descent.

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Back down at High Nibthwaite.

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Beacon Fell across tranquil Coniston Water.

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