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but I have sorted it, someone had set their profile privacy to stop people viewing their albums. Naughty girl
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but I have sorted it, someone had set their profile privacy to stop people viewing their albums. Naughty girl
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herbenny
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Thanks for up loading the pics I have heard a lot about this Ribblehead place and it looks like a nice place to go .....Maybe next time !!!! :wave:
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Took me hours to work this one out, even had to open a support ticket with vbulletin.
but I have sorted it, someone had set their profile privacy to stop people viewing their albums. Naughty girl
Doh! Blonde moment. I thought I'd made it public. I guess I owe you one of these then... :cheers:
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In good weather (or even just ok weather), it is a truly beautiful remote and unspoiled area and well worth a visit. There are loads of walks of all grades, and lots of interesting things to do & places to visit but it's not as touristy as the Lake District.
But when the weather is bad and the cloud is low, you might as well be in a wilderness and so if venturing onto any of the fells, you do need to be able to navigate with map and compass, and be prepared for sudden weather changes so take waterproofs even in good weather.
Like the Station Inn, there are lots of other isolated pubs which serve real ale, good food and welcome walkers in muddy boots with dogs.
But the fells block mobile, radio and tv signals so be prepared to do without the modern conveniences or else to walk up a fell or drive up the road to get a signal.
The viaduct was used in the Harry Potter films and and it's a lovely train run either north to Carlisle or south to Skipton.
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erm No Tv ? No mobile telephone reception ? and even radio is dodgy ???? what type of place is this ??? .....Where do I sign ?
It is such a shame to enjoy our countrys natural spendour ..and relax in one of them pub things....
This is not England , This is my England (love you )
Channa
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They have free wifi at the Station Inn. Signal a little dodgy at times though.
I like how the Station Inn was very inclusive. They let hikers bring in huge rucksacks dripping with water to dry out for example. Campers, dogs and kids also very welcome. It really is just like your own front room. Sky TV and sports with big screen too, and pool table, open fire. You couldn't ask for a better pub!
It's a shame I couldn't see more of the Ribblehead area due to driving rain and lack of waterproofs. I would like to do a Summer meet around there. All three peaks, Whernside, Pen-Y-Gent, and Ingleborough are very reachable in better conditions from the Station.
I like how the Station Inn was very inclusive. They let hikers bring in huge rucksacks dripping with water to dry out for example. Campers, dogs and kids also very welcome. It really is just like your own front room. Sky TV and sports with big screen too, and pool table, open fire. You couldn't ask for a better pub!
It's a shame I couldn't see more of the Ribblehead area due to driving rain and lack of waterproofs. I would like to do a Summer meet around there. All three peaks, Whernside, Pen-Y-Gent, and Ingleborough are very reachable in better conditions from the Station.
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Splendid idea!
Don't need TV etc ... do need proper pub with fine ales and good pub grub
solarman
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i'm up for the next meet or do we need to start a fresh thread as this one is getting long now......?Splendid idea!
Don't need TV etc ... do need proper pub with fine ales and good pub grub
whitevanwoman
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With the weather we had, waterproofs didn't make much difference. It managed to get inside the collar of my goretex jacket and I somehow managed to get wet feet simply walking down from the quarry to the pub on NYE, a distance of approx 300m max.
Definitely on for a summer meet, but suggest that it's not during the school hols, so either late June/early July or early September. Also avoid bank hol weekends.
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We walked in after our walk over the fells and were drenched, one of the staff brought me a towel for the dog, how good was that,
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I think you should start afresh as this meet was somewhat tainted.
If you can pick the right date as has been suggested I think it will be very popular and will also show our support for Jo and Alan and
the great pub they run.
Rob
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what about having an Easter meet there? Anyone know what dates Easter falls?
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The only problem with that is the schools holidays as it will already be busy.
As whitevanwoman suggested out of school holidays would be best.
Rob
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It doesn't get as busy as the Lake District during school hols but is likely to be fairly busy at Easter especially if weather is good - the quarry car park is likely to be quite full with walkers' cars during the day.
An alternative location is under the viaduct arches (follow the track just after the pub, on the same side as the pub), the only problem with that is the potholes in the access track and a longer walk to the pub.
Might be best to speak to pub landlord soonish re staying in car park again for those who want to, as they will probably start taking Easter bookings fairly soon. They should be able to advise whether an Easter meet is worth it or whether the place will be swarming with "non-wilders".
DTDog
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Firstly. Easter weekend is 6th April (Good Friday) through to 9th (Bank Holiday Monday).
With regards to 'Under the Viaduct'. I did notice a sign there saying no motorised vehicles to go down that road. Although I cant see why as it seemed prity solid to me and there did appear to be several cars and vans going down it, but this could have been for accessing the farm just under the viaduct.
Personaly, I would suggest a date that isn't a 'holiday' and after the clocks have gone forward (25th March). That way we can arrive in the daylight, Friday night.
I think the quarry would be the better idea than the pub car-park. That way, we can visit the pub if we want (which I would, as I was very happy with them) but should people not feel they want to go, then they are not doing any harm by staying up at the quarry.
With regards to 'walkers' parking up at the quarry. I'm sure if we organised ourselves parking wise, we could get quite a few vans up there and still leave an area for cars.
If you do all decide to pick Easter then that counts me and the family out as we will be flying to Sweden for Easter.
SO, feel free to book Easter, but I'll know who my friends are !!!
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Well on my part I'd rather park on pub premises and spend £6 over the bar - but I'm on a reduced budget having taken early retirement.
I do agree fully that if you're parking on someone's land, they should benefit financially.
I do agree fully that if you're parking on someone's land, they should benefit financially.