31 October 2022 – Castells Arch

 Very pleasant weather, even allowing for lower temperature at Castells

19 of us on today’s walk

Three years since we last did this walk

Another casualty of covid restrictions

The track was overgrown in parts

So we were surprised to have to give way to a car!

Terry found this little fellow who created a lot of interest

Mind we are easily pleased in the Monday Ramblers

The views however have not changed at all

And our banana stop was a good opportunity for a group photo

David and Lynn looking happier than they should after the climb

For this first part of the walk there was no sign of other walkers

But that all changed as we neared the Arch

I was not aware that it was a national holiday

I didn’t expect so many family groups walking to the arch

Fortunately it was quiet when as we approached the arch itself

So there was plenty of opportunity for photographs

Thanks to Richard for this one

And to everyone else whose photos add variety to the blog 

Fortunately it was not far to our regular picnic site

Because we were half an hour late

And everyone was more than ready for their lunch

The return journey is all downhill

And includes some of the best scenery

But best of all was the bar at the end

 

Temperature – 17-24c

Time taken – 6 hours

Distance – 14 km

Total Ascent – 450 metres