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Back Again………

Back for a short break at what has become over the years as our second home….Low Manesty on the shores of Derwentwater, Cumbria.

Whilst most folk in the U.K. woke to another late summer spectacular I am afraid we were left to enjoy a damp and grey morning…

Derwentwater

Not that the weather deters you from exploring this wonderful area of the Lake District and like all mountain areas the weather can quickly change and by lunch time the sun was out trying to burn away the haze….

Manesty-Bay

Manesty Bay, Derwentwater

Whilst the lake itself demands your attention the tree lined shores are equally as demanding of your eye.  Oak, Spruce and Pine is the mix with a carpet of fern and bracken below…….

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Manesty Woods

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There is one spot in the woods where there was once a small pond, despite efforts to clear and restore it the vegetation won and the pond is no more.  Now it is home to not just a carpet of Sphagnum Mosses but a mini mountain range of ‘moss heaps’ rich vibrant green a soft to touch….

Mosses

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With luck the weather will be favourable and may be I will be able to bring you a little more flavour of our favourite retreat…..…..Fingers crossed!

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Otter Bay, Derwentwater

8th September

8 thoughts on “Back Again………”

  1. I don’t see any gray in any of your photos today. I’d be very happy to have skies as brightly lit around here. All your photos reveal a marvelous place and your filled in pond can be a place for you to study the transistion as it grows from one stage to another till it’s all woods again.

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    1. Thanks….the pool is interesting. There was always some water in it even though it was getting overgrown….but that had taken many years. After it was cleared the vegetation came back with a vengance and the owners have given up. So nature is winning its battle in this little woodland spot and yes, it will be interesting to see just what develops.

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      1. I have several books that take time lapse photos and study the whole ecology of a place like that. How the fauna and flora change. How the bog fills in. It’s one of those dynamic places … a chance to see life in its ever changing forms.

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  3. What a beautiful clear skies… and beautiful landscape under the blue skies… I am so glad to hear this dear David, otherwise you know autumn and winter will be soon… Thanks and Love, nia

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  5. I’m happy with “damp and grey” at any time, but I’m happy for you that the sun shone through for the rest of your visit. It’s no wonder that it’s your favorite retreat. Looking forward to more.

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