Keswick Hiking weekend / 19-12 September 2014

We had a smaller than normal but very select group for our latest weekend break in Keswick, but were blessed with fantastic weather and did two great walks. 
On Saturday we took a stroll through Keswick to the lake shore to catch the boat across to Hawes End, then headed up Catbells and Maiden Moor before making our way back along the lake shore, for the return boat trip back to Keswick. 
On Sunday we had clear blue skies as we started up Skiddaw from Keswick. Great views throughout the day and a great group of people. 
We even had musical accompaniment, at each stop on the way, courtesy of Mayeul and his magical Ukulele.

Saturday

Mayeul gives us a song on his Ukulele as we head out on the Ferry from Keswick to Hawes End.

A bit more strumming on the way up to Catbells, assisted by AnneMarie and Daniela.

Lydia stops for a helping hand along the lakeshore of Derwentwater.

Cooling off aching feet in Derwentwater while waiting the ferry back.  Meanwhile Mayeul plays on.

Large quantities of tea and cake being consumed back at the hostel at the end of the day.

Sunday

Looking down over Keswick and the lake, with Catbells and Maiden Moor on the right.

Views on the way up to Skiddaw on Sunday morning.  Looking across the Derwent valley.

On the summit of Skiddaw, with Ullock Pike and Bassenthwaite behind

Relaxing on the way back down.  Time for a bit more strumming from Mayeul.

A final helping of tea and cake on the Balcony over looking the river Greta, before heading home