Sybil and I haven't been out walking for a while, as two weeks ago she cut her leg open in the woods near my house. She had to have five staples in her leg and as I didn't want to go walking without my little buddy I stayed in to take care of her.
Today though we got the train to Grindleford and walked up to Padley Gorge. Not wanting to overdo things on account of Sybil's leg my plan was to head up to Longshaw Lodge and back. Padley Gorge is one of my favourite places in the Peak District. It also offered a chance for a run for Sybil as sheep are quite scarce in these woods.
We headed along the path with the sound of the brook rushing by below and to our right. The leaves were just starting to change colour. The canopy was still mostly green but with the occasional gold or orange coloured tree amongst it.
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On reaching the gate Sybil was put back on her lead and we crossed the road and headed up towards Longshaw Lodge. Passing the pond a group of ducks about ten strong headed over to us, no doubt to see if we had any food. The tea rooms were open but we gave them a miss, heading instead back the way we had come after checking Sybil's leg was fine. Another chance for a run on the way back made for a very happy and sleepy dog on the way home.
