David and Jacinta's Walks- 2025

The Chinley Round We set out on a very chilly morning, via the coffee shop in Chinley, to do the customary round. The sun was beautiful and bright and it remained so for the duration of the walk. It does not take long to reach the Chinley Churn edge and we were rewarded by amazingly clear views in all directions. Nearing the top of Chinley Churn We walked on up to the base of South Head where we stopped and had lunch, perched on some boulders which have been placed there to deter motorists. South Head from our lunch spot perch There was a famous occasion where a number of vehicles were marooned at that spot, unable to progress any further. The final stage of the walk is scenic and a highlight was meeting the emus and their friend, a black hog at Hollands Farm. The handsome hog One emu was very curious as to what we were doing and he followed us for the length of his field. The curious emu We meandered back to the car, glad to have the opportunity to warm up. It was excellent to be able...

Chinley and New Allotments (David Solo) Off for a walk on my own today, just to stretch my legs for a shortish walk. As ever, Chinley is convenient and the walk up to New Allotments isn't strenuous. Passing Throstle Bank and onto the bridleway, I passed a ram- this particular breed always looks a bit grumpy. This one didn't take exception to me and kept on grazing. Grumpy ram? The views weren't particularly inspiring over the New Allotments: A grey day at the New Allotments I crossed the Hayfield Road at Peep-O-Day but kept at the lower level, past Maynestone Farm, rather than going up Mount Famine or South Head. They'll be there next year. After crossing back over the Hayfield Road, I actually kept to the right-of-way on the OS map, past Hollands. This is possibly a less boggy path than our usual one and has the benefit of close encounters with a couple of emus, looking extremely bedraggled. To amuse emus on hot summer's nights... All in all, a satisfying Sunday wa...