Near the border between Cumbria and Lancashire, the trackbed of the old branchline from Hincaster Junction to Arnside is now partly walkable. I found amongst the trees, the site of Heversham Station at the start of my walk and roughly half way along the line.

Heversham Station site.

Heversham Station Early 1900s.

I found this interesting photo (below) in a book taken from the same spot around 100 years earlier, when things looked considerably tidier.

I set off along the muddy track towards Hincaster.

Along the route.

There are several fine stone bridges along the route of the railway, one of which ‘framed’ the path ahead rather nicely and helped to make a shot looking straight towards the sun more manageable. I always look for interesting shadows too, which can help a shot.

Hincaster Village

A tranquil and picturesque winter scene was found in the dappled low sunlight at Hincaster; barely more than a hamlet. Here I turned back over the hill towards Heversham and the start of my very pleasant afternoon’s walk.

St Anthony’s Tower

This was my favourite shot of the day, looking towards the very handsome Victorian landmark of  St Anthony’s Tower near Milnthorpe. The haze and back lighting made for a very atmospheric photo. I didn’t even use any filtration, either on camera or in Photoshop.

Kent Estuary

Another hazy shot, as we approached dusk, was my view towards the River Kent Estuary. Two great views from more-or-less the same spot.

You’re never too old!?… Seeing a rope hanging from a tree branch I couldn’t resist! Shoulders aching for days afterwards though (okay, too old!). Thank you to my friend Gillian for taking charge of the camera on this occasion.

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