Coniston Gullies

5th June 2011

With many runners from the club heading of to Duddon or Ennerdale I go for the opposote end of the spectrum. Coniston Gullies. It may be short but packs a big punch. A must do. One for the bucket list.

Once out of the field you are straight into the 900' gully climb. It's steep and unrelanting. Hard to pass anyone as going off the line is awkward. A short running section accross the top and it's back down another gully. This is very steep. Scree, rocks and some grass. A descent that ensures the concentration. Not for the feint harted. Commitment gets it's reward. Mine was to pass several Helm vests.

The race is usually won in around 15 mins. Me about 20. Am too old to care about times and cannot be bothered to start the stopwatch. I will of course be eager to see the results and analise them for a while.

A scenic drive took us to Yew Tree Barn. Tea and Rarebit with bacon ar The Hat Trick Cafe. Excellent.

Russell