The best way to approach the gorge is by starting in Gilsland at Bath house, just past the Bridge Inn. The pathway alongside the river bank takes you towards Irthing House Farm and from there onto a small road prior to a left turn into the driveway for Wardrew House. It is believed that this site has been occupied since for at least years. There are records of Edward 1st visiting the site in The stone is actually one large and two smaller ones and there is some doubt about the authenticity of this claim.
The land was in the grounds of a hotel, and after that business failed it was sold off in parcels. At the weekend walkers reported seeing tracks of what appeared to be a digger or bulldozer, and the stones had been damaged. It is unclear who was responsible. Malcolm Redman, who runs a nearby bed and breakfast, said: "The stones seem to have been disturbed and dug over and messed about.
Send your story ideas to northeastandcumbria bbc. Socks: Proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters. Layered clothing : Lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature.
Go for a base layer vest or t-shirt and a mid layer a micro fleece or shirt and in cooler weather add an outer layer a windproof jacket or thick fleece. Trousers: Ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK. Waterproof jacket: Essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry. Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain.
Hat or cap : Stay warm in winter and shaded in summer. Sunglasses: For any sunny day, even in winter.
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