Geocaches - 25 Found, 2xDNF
First Cache
I've been looking forward to this new lengthy caching circuit in my favourite part of the world, Winchcombe, the town that welcomes walkers.
It was going to take more than a fuel spillage causing the closure of the M5 to stop me getting there. A reroute through Evesham brings me to the parking area high above the village.
The route looks superb, taking in parts of the Winchcombe and Cotswold Way. There is information to collect around the route for a bonus and unusually for me, I am prepared to gather them - setting off with pen and paper at hand.
Too many caches to discuss but they are in great locations, with some unusual ones. Make you wonder how many trips were required to lay the trail, as there are a few monster boxes.
Heading into sheep fields, I am instantly rewarded with great Cotswolds views.
Classic Cotswolds Views |
Where its feeding time for the Sheep |
Work my way downhill to Little Farmcote church to pick up a lane called the Saltway. There is a cache every time a route decision needs to be made and I turn right to be rewarded with fine views of Cleeve Common.
Cleeve Common Ahead |
Cache 5 includes the first travel bug that I have picked up for some time.
Solo Caching |
Over the Stile and into my favourite town |
A final sheep field to be navigated |
A previously unwalked path takes me along the edge of town to Puck Pitt Lane. The ascent starts in earnest.
Cache 15 is a multi and becomes my first DNF. I am sure that i understood the clue but I just couldnt find a cache. I spent a while until I was muggled by a group of lost ramblers who came barrelling down the hill. Moved on with my tail between my legs.
The terrain increases in steepness as I make my way through the Orchard Trees.
Can only assume its been Harvested |
Farmcote is a pretty collection of a view farm houses and a little church, with superb views over the valley.
Farmcote Church |
If he was a big man, did they call him Huge Hugh Hughes? |
I can go to the pub now! |
As well as being a lovely looking street, it's just around the corner from the Plaisterer's Arms - the result of what happens if you cross an Irish and Cotswold Boozer.
Annual Pilgrimage |
Bonus Cache Reward |
As always, thanks to HKMHill for a superb round and the excuse to come back to Winchcombe.
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