A low level Allerdale ramble from Bassenthwaite lake to Cockermouth - 13miles 1000ft
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| Leaving the car parked near Mirehouse historic house & gardens |
St Bega's church on the shore of the lake dates from pre Norman
times and is the end point of St Bega's Way ancient pilgrimage route |
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| Part of the interior (the high altar) |
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| The path continues along the lake side |
The water level remains higher than usual and in places nearly
Looking back to the Whinlatter fells from the lakeside
After leaving the lake the path passes the very grand
Armathwaite Hall hotel and spa.
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| Ever felt your being watched? |
The path next joins the banks of the River Derwent, which flows
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| Crossing over the river at Isel Bridge |
Then follows the only climb of the day - Watch Hill 834ft from
which the Buttermere fells could be seen.... |
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| ....and soon after the town of Cockermouth comes into view |
Cockermouth is a lovely town with many interesting features and
shops and is well worth a visit. |
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