So I made it to Ipplepen. A bit later than planned but I’m not really on a schedule today. The steep lanes up out of Totnes were so peaceful, lots of birds in the trees & hedges. Had a lovely tuneful aerial display from a large flock of linnets. Watched this greater spotted woodpecker for some time, moving between two veteran trees. Still lots of butterflies about in the early autumn sunshine. On my way to Torquay now.
#Walking #SlowWays #nature #birds #butterflies #insects #trees #holloways
Holloways are ancient sunken roads that riddle the southern English countryside, dating back to the Iron Age. They are the result of centuries of erosion by human and animal traffic, creating deep and mysterious passages that reveal the history and culture of the region. Holloways are also rich in biodiversity, hosting rare plants and animals that thrive in sheltered and humid environments.
https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20230813-holloways-englands-mysterious-sunken-roads
Reviewed #SlowWays Okehampton to Chagford today (with a side quest to Belstone). Had drizzle, driving rain (my boots leaked, despite reproofing ☹️ - having wet feet sucks) then sunshine. Fortunately I was sheltered from much of the rain by some gorgeous green, mossy #holloways. The one in 3rd pic was incredible - a deep, narrow bridleway leading to a ford & stepping stones over the river Teign (one for my top 10).
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