Wednesday 20 May 2009

Scafell Pike

This time it's England's highest mountain. By far the shortest of the hikes we've done so far. Very enjoyable and beautiful nonetheless.


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Lake Wastwater, where we parked ...

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We took "The Lord's Rake" route up which was a little like a shorter version of the Devil's Ladder when heading up Carrauntoohil - Lots of scrambling, scree and loose rock - Lots of fun!!! ...

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I swear Nici didn't pose for this! ...

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At the top ...

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Then on the way down we had a massive thunderstorm - really, really massive. I've never been that close to lightening before!

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