Forests and Fungi

We walked from our home in Coniston, along the lake shore and up through Monk Coniston Woods to High Cross. From there we walked along the forest ridge until we turned down to Lawson Park and Brantwood. After a good lunch at Brantwood, we returned, on foot along the road back to the village.  The deciduous woods or mixed areas of woodland between Boon Crag and High Cross proved good for spotting many different fungi. It was also a spectacular area for autumn colours. The ridge track through Grizedale forest proved quite difficult for a reason we hadn't foreseen. At this time of year the sun is low and our direction was a southerly one, so for a good hour or so we walked with our heads down to keep the sharp, bright sun out of our eyes. It was quite uncomfortable, but a great walk of over three hours all the same.