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Beacon Fell

Walked on 18/04/2011

Start point: At the end of the minor road from Brown Howe (SD 281 916)

Beacon Fell (OF) from Tottle Bank

Distance: 2 miles     Total Ascent: 200 metres    Time Taken: 1 hour 20 minutes    Start Time: 11:40

Weather: Warm and hazy. 18C

It was really warm and quite muggy today with a lot of haze around spoiling the distant views somewhat. Connie and I really enjoyed the walk though, what with the required sun cream and tee shirts it really did feel like mid summer. We were glad to find the summit treasure tin has been restored once more and we replenished it with supplies…

Map

Beacon Fell route map.

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Miss Connie McMahon, aged 10, looking forward to the walk.

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I told you I could hear the sound of sharpening scissors - two skinny Beardies make a run for the holly tree.

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A hazy view to the Coniston fells beyond the tree.

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The best of friends - Dougal gives Connie a quick kiss as we stop to admire the view.

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Climbing the gully.

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Dougal unfurls his tongue to try and be like Casper.

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Well, hot dog!

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Coniston Water from the climb.

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Casper, Connie and Dougal at the summit. The treasure tin is back in situ, always a great find for young fell walkers and we have added an Easter treat for other children (young and old!) who may wish to check out what it can be...

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...you will have to find the 'treasure' to see what the rest of the message is and what the official StridingEdge.net Easter present is!

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The view from the summit cairn. The treasure tin is in easy sight, please do not destroy the cairn looking for it!

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Looking towards the south end of Coniston Water from Nutty Sheepfold.

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They were straight in today and glad of the water I think. I did ask Connie if she fancied a swim but she sensibly declined on this occasion (as did I!).

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Beacon Tarn and Wool Knott.

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The Old Man in silhouette with a touch of sunlight on Wetherlam.

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It looks a bit dark and thunderous over there now.

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Poor little Dougal - he looks like he is marooned on the island.

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