Miles covered 14. Set off in wet gusty conditions with Malc N, Linda and Jane to visit Hardraw Force en route to Great Shunner Fell and a long climb. Entry to the waterfall is through a pub lounge, quite bizarre, payment of £2 allows you to walk to the waterfall which was dramatic even in dull conditions (Barbs paid for us all, another of her many treats during her stay). Then we were off on what turned out to be an exillerating but hard climb over Great Shunner Fell in severe conditions, low cloud and very strong cold winds (actually took me off my feet and onto the ground once). Fortunately much of the route was paved with flagstones making the going less arduous.
Arrived in Thwaite and took refuge in the Teashop which was an opportunity to thaw out too. Barbs arrived and we said goodbye to her and Malc N, they will both be missed. Barbs has been our Fairy Godmother - thanks a miilion. Last section was short and sweet to Keld still with Linda, glorious primroses lined the side of Kisdon Hill and views of Swaledale were enjoyed. Arrived at Keld and said goodbye to Linda and Jane (returning home) and welcomed Gill Lord and Bernard, our support for the next few days.
Our B&B had a roaring fire whichwas just what we needed after the bitterly cold winds on Great Shunner Fell.
Aly
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