On low Lakeland Fells.

Susan's back was no worse after yesterdays wander on the higher fells and she was keen to test it out again today. We, however, decided to stay a bit lower and headed for the Fellbarrow range above Loweswater. This compact group gives an excellent wee round with great views of Buttermere and the west Cumbrian lowlands.
It was a pleasant morning with some bright spells but it was still cold in an east wind. The higher fells were cloud covered but there were still great views. We heard our first Skylarks of the year and even a Woodpecker as we dropped back down to the car. We saw no one else - so much for the crowded Lake District.

Leaving the road to start the climb up Fellbarrow.

Nearing the summit of Fellbarrow.

On the summit.

Leaving the Trig Point with the Grasmoor range as a backdrop.

An odd gate!!

Looking back to Fellbarrow on route to Low Fell.

The view to Low Fell and Buttermere.

Fantastic walking especially with Skylarks singing.

The view along Crummock Water.

The final section of ridge to Low Fell.

Low Fell summit cairn.

Looking west to the final top - Darling Fell.

On the slopes of Darling Fell looking back to Low Fell.

Darling Fell summit.

Heading west with the west Cumbrian lowlands as a backdrop.

Nearly back to the car - looking across Loweswater to Mellbreak.