I've mentioned before that there is a lovely walk from Skipton town centre, up along the Springs (or Thanet) Canal, behind the castle and up into Skipton woods. It was especially nice to walk there in the dappled shade on what was quite a hot day. The branch canal, built to load limestone from local quarries to take down to the cities of Leeds and Bradford, is only half a mile long. Beyond that the walk passes between a natural stream known as Eller Beck and a channel that carries water from a mill pond (just visible in the background of my photo), which I think used to power a sawmill and corn mill near Skipton Castle. The woods are alive with birds. I once saw a kingfisher up here - but sadly it wasn't apparent on this recent walk.
Of course, the leaves will now be looking much more golden and autumnal - but let's enjoy that brief 'Indian summer' (only a month ago) while we can!
A very pretty capture Jenny - it makes me "homesick" for England! Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteAvery pleasant spot; makes one want to take a stroll. I really liked your composition here. Jim
ReplyDeleteThat is so beautiful! I wish we could hang onto the beauty of autumn. It's slipping away fast.
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely, tranquil spot.
ReplyDeleteGood lead-in from the right corner Jenny!
ReplyDeleteA very inviting pathway. I would love to walk along it. I think it might be too cold for me just now.
ReplyDeletePretty scene and I just love those moss covered stones too. ~Lili
ReplyDeleteIf only I could take a deep breath and walk right in...
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