27 January 2013

On-road loop round Ings

A 14km on-road loop (off-road routes being flooded by molten snow) in Dales Way country.

Route: Leaving the car at the Mill Yard in Staveley and taking the noisy cycle path / pavement by the A591 past Ings and then up the side road towards High Borrans but taking the first left towards Heaning. The planned unmade road being impassable, a detour on the metalled road back to the A591and then taking the narrow gated road signed to Blackmoss. Once on the hillside, taking the first left to meet the Dales Way and then following it back down into Staveley.

Conditions: Blustery and cloudy with a threat of rain and flooded slushy roads under foot.

Pub: The Hawkshead Brewery for Winter Warmer (a trial 4.5% beer) and WPA.