Seven intrepid walkers braved the rain to undertake a delightful walk around part of Laureen’s ride.

We set off down the path

with occasional views of lush meadows

as we walked the wooded pathway

We crossed fields

before reentering the wood and crossing the stream

Rich Cheshire farmland was in abundance. One farm specialised in greenhouse chrysanthemums.

We took our break under the shelter of a large tree

On our return we swung by Peover Hall.

The ducks there did not seem to mind the weather

And the rain made the lawn look fresh

On the path leading up to the church the rhododendron gave a great show

St. Lawrence Church sat timelessly

at the edge of the hall it no doubt once served

The sundial hinted of those times

but today it was particlarly useless.

The wall garden was kept from plebeian view, no hint of what lay behind the walls was shared with the passer by.

The main drive was viewable from the road

We headed back to the cars via the side of the hall

Bluebells were in abundance as we walked down the lane