Brassington 28 April 2013
Despite all the weather forecasts we had a wonderful sunny day, windy at times but nevertheless sunny. We set off from Middleton Top car park and walked along the old disused railway track which also doubles as a cycle track which if followed eventually leads to Parsley Hay. Within a couple of mile a track south is taken which skirts Carsington Pasture and leads to the village of Carsington itself.
The views descending into the village are magnificent overlooking Carsington Water, this being a man made lake administered by the Severn Trent water authority. After a short coffee break we set off and walked towards the hamlet of Brassington, and eventually ended up in the Miners Arms for a drink and lunch.
Off again we walked to Harborough Rocks , where the Mountain Rescue team were practicing a rescue on the rock face. The views from the top were quite extensive especially with the weather being so clear. From here we picked up the path and followed it back to Middleton, just as it started spitting lightly. An enjoyable walk of about 8.5 miles, and thanks to those who turned up. PaulB
