Late afternoon was a good time to set of with the intention of having a good walk in Swaledale. The light was still good and this time of day means that there is usually less people about. Late June or early July is the best time to see the Hay Meadows near Muker at their best. The controlling of the use of artificial fertilisers and chemicals in these fields means that the herbage is how most meadows in the dales would have looked in days gone by.
Hay Meadows at Muker.
The flowers were looking at their best with a fine show of Buttercups, Red Clover, Cranesbill and other species adding to the colour mix. This display is spread over serveral pastures on the valley bottom. Once through these meadows I decided to continue my walk up towards Keld.
Kisdon Force.
The route is fairly straight forward and makes for a pleasant hour or twos walk. The photos from the walk are now on the website which will show how you can follow the route to take in the meadows, the falls and the industrial landscape of Swinnergill. http://www.theteesdalegallery.co.uk/On%20Location%2014.6.11.htm
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