A dull Sunday in the Lakes

We were fooled by the fairly decent weather at home to take a drive over to the west. By the time we reached the Stainmore Pass we could see hardly a thing as the whole area was shrouded in a mist. A bit of plan change was called for, any days for me out on the fells require me to get references for the Wainwrights in Colour project and low cloud or mist doesn't help. After stopping off at Rheged for a coffe and a bit of retail inspiration we then drove down to Grasmere where I was able to replenish some painting stock at the Heaton Cooper Studio. Later we gave the dogs a bit of a leg stretch around the shore of Derwentwater, it was only a short stroll but with all the people and other dogs about it gave bailey a chance to socilaise a bit. I wonder what people think when they see such a skinny dog? (We are awaiting a call from the RSPCA!)

Derwentwater shore.

We then had the idea of heading into Keswick for afternoon tea but the traffic was dire, they are digging up part of the mian street which is probably something to do with the flood damage. So, not to be outdone a short drive saw us at the tearoom at Mirehouse Sawmill near Dodd. It's a small world, as we walked in there to greet us as Derek and Alison from the Wainwright Society- he didn't even offer to buy the tea for us! Next time perhaps.

This was not a wasted day as we were able to chat about ideas for the gallery etc some of which we plan to put into operation soon.

Doug Scott & Chris Bonnington at Rheged

We were fortunate enough to attend a great event at Rheged near Penrith this evening. Organised by the Wainwright Society, this unique ocassion was a "chat show" with the famous climbers Doug Scott and Chris Bonnington. In front of a packed house they recalled there climbing backgrounds and adventures.

This was a one off event to raise money for the rescue services involved in the recent floods in Cumbria, over £4,000 was raised during the evening.
Here are just a couple of photos from the event.

Doug Scott chats and signs prints and books. (The lady on the left had been on Mont Blanc with Doug some years ago.)

Chris Bonnington chats to some of the audience.

Peter Linney of the Wainwright Society thanks the guests.

Presentations to Doug Scott and Chris Bonnington.

If you would like to find out more about this event or the Wainwright Society click here.