Farming Today:- Carshare’s DEFRA correspondent was listening to this, all about Herdwick sheep on Gavin Bland’s farm, most definitely worth trying to catch up with, and most likely the rest of the week also.
Jura:- Steve Matthews has kindly sent these provisional results.
Helvellyn. A real classic course. results. The venue moved from Bram Crag Farm as the farmer turned the barn into accommodation. The new route has a much longer climb up Clough Head, and actually visits Great Dodd, both out and back. I’m pleased to report that the totally excellent cakes and sandwiches are as good as ever – the best refreshments going? (or is it Hayfield?) . Tightly organised with compulsory kit-check, which seems to be the basic need under safety reviewing. Hot at times, though a bit cold on Helvellyn top. Carl Bell looked to be running with ease as he hurried past on his return leg, and won by a country distance. Joe seems to have a liking for these long thigs, or maybe he just likes being in the prizes.
Saddleworth:- results. , won by some visiting raider from Keswick….
Hutton Roof – results.
Bamford Sheepdog trials:- results.
Shutlingsloe:- results.
Tuesday – Hallam Chase:-
Wednesday – Kettleshulme:-