This grand line of arches is, apart from the footings and odd outbuildings, is all that remains of the manor house of Errwood hall. The man who signed the papers to demolish this should have been horsewhipped, in my opinion.
The Grimshawes even had their very own graveyard. The stone crosses are 'masters', the simple iron ones, 'servants'.
In the woods on the way up to Pym chair, there's this little shrine. It was for 'Miss Dolores', who you can read ALL about in the link.
Inside the shrine. There's a notice board on wall on the left, which has some VERY poignant messages to loved ones who have passed on. There is even one to 'bracken', a faithful dog.
Candles burn on the 'altar'.
The national park are doing sterling work to try to regenerate the lost vegetation. This stone path has been painstakingly laid to offset damage by feet (and tyres, from what marks I saw). The sacking at the side is to encourage new grass and heather growth.
Walking the stone path along Shining Tor. As you can see, the day stayed lovely and sunny, although cold. This is PERFECT weather for walking.
The last shot - the trig' point at the end of Shining Tor. This is a fine example of a ladder stile (the trig' point is just over the wall). All that remained was a brisk walk back to the car, and a well earned pint in the Cat & fiddle - cheers!
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