Not So Dull

The pasture land on Blacka can be the most uninteresting part of the site, lacking trees and features, though compensating somewhat by virtue of elevation and good views and having some historical association. Still there are possibilities for improving its recreational appeal. For this reason FoBM are suggesting that some thought goes into ways of improving it. some trees would certinly improve it a bit as would a carefully worked out perimeter walk.


Walking around the perimeter this lovely afternoon provided more than expected interest. From the highest point we could see not just Higger Tor but Kinder still showing plenty of snow.

A badger ran down towards the stream as we dropped down from the eastern edge.

But the most entertaining sight was viewed from the top as a solitary walker tried to make his way across towards the gate.

The walker eventually ran smartly to the gate, closed it behind him and visibly relaxed on the other side. The cattle, reaching the fence, looked after him, showing disappointment.