As some of you know I lead walks for the u3a. Some of the walks are guided walks around London based on my research whilst doing the Above the Underground challenge but I also lead country walks. This week I am doing a 5.5 mile walk from the village of Westerham in Kent. I have done this walk a number of times before but prior to leading a group I always try out the walk a few days before. So last Sunday, in the rain, I set off.
The mud was horrendous
Some sections waterlogged.
Walking uphill from the village it was still squelching underfoot.
There was still fungi to be seen.
Snowdrops were now in full flower below the hedgerows
I loved the misty views along the way
The rain had now stopped.
At last a stony pathway that wasn't covered in mud.
The walk took me longer than usual because of the care needed to prevent slipping over in the mud.
The final section was no better. When I got home I emailed the group advising them about the conditions. I am secretly hoping that no one will turn up today for the walk so I don't have to do it again! I'll let you know my fate tomorrow.
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