WFV Tuesday 14 May Clapham Woods
Despite the "dire" forecast a party of 12 experienced an enjoyable day out in the woodlands of the private Ingleborough estate and its environs. We made a gentle ascent from Clapham village to Ingleborough Cave on a broad gravel path. Considerable work has been done to make the route safe enabling access to the main features of interest, to provide information for visitors also to manage the woodland ( the evidence being the newly planted trees and hedges). We agreed that £2.50 was fantastic value for money! There was a lot of interest for the group to absorb.
Our first viewing point was the stone bridge overlooking the river flowing from the man made lake above the village. Grey wagtail (several), pied wagtail, dipper and chaffinch were seen either on the rocks or flying across or downstream. Our route was through the Old Saw Mill cafe with its attractive display of cakes. It warranted a visit before departure!