The first "view" of the day and the low lying clouds that didn't want to clear all day. 
On the way to Brushfield Hough Farm.Walk stats: Distance:11.7 miles;Climb:1454'.
Time:5 hours 31 minutes;Walking average:2.6 m.p.h.; Overall walk average:2.1 m.p.h.
Group:Martyn, Celia and Dave J.
Another wet one! We experienced drizzle or light rain for virtually the whole of the walk, but at least it wasn't cold and we did have the luxury of a bus shelter at Flagg for lunch. This was a walk for the "stile bagger". This walk, especially between Flagg and Taddington must hold the record for stiles, not all easy to negotiate. Nevertheless this walk does have potential and would be well worth a revisit on a warm sunny day when its finner points could be appreciated.
Birds seen or heard today were few and far between but included:Fieldfare, Robin, Chaffinch, Bluetit, Great tit, Carrion crow, Housesparrow, Magpie, Blackbird and Jackdaw.
After walk drinks as is often the case on our trips to the Peak District were enjoyed at the Wilkes Head in Leek. Dave enjoyed his Hartington Bitter, Celia her ........... (I can't even type the word out!) and Martyn a lovely cup of coffee, but he did also have a carry out!
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