A nice length walk in overcast conditions. Some steep ascents along the way
The start of the walk, leaving The Hare & Hounds
The first of the reservoirs, with the waterman's cottage ahead
The waterman's cottage.
A wide overflow from the second reservoir
The bridge that leads to a woodland walk
The view to Darwen Tower after taking the track near the Royal at Tockholes
Looking northwards to Earnsdale Reservoir
This landslide caused the path to be closed - it is now open again
Darwen Tower
The Trig Point just below the Tower
Darwen from the top of the Tower
Looking toward Cartridge Hill
The stairwell inside the Tower
The path down and back to Rydal Fold
A proud Mum with her baby
The Royal at Tockholes
The end of the walk - the Hare & Hounds at Abbey Village
