Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

[donn]

I know the feeling David, I've got a few things done today, but certainly didn't feel like venturing out That's a great pic mate, I'd much rather have snow and sunshine, than mud and rain

And the fog Jack. We've had some real pea soupers over here the last week or two; driving home from work this past week has been a pain.

Sorry, gents, I’m afraid I worded my question poorly. David had mentioned The White House being England’s third highest pub, and I thought I remembered the snow-in being at England’s highest pub, but wasn't sure if I was remembering that correctly, or what the name of the pub was. Thanks for the clarification. (I still contend that a pub wouldn’t be too bad a place to be snowed in.)

Sorry for the late reply Barrett. I couldn't find a photo of the Tan Hill Inn on news websites so this is a screenshot off the North Yorkshire weather FB page. I think this was 27th November:

Interesting, and chilling, pic of your stag HHB, David! Is that some kind of lock system for boats?
Sorry to read about your impending job loss; I hope you find something better ASAYW (As Soon As You Want).

- GT

Thanks for the good wishes GT. Yip, that's the Rochdale canal that runs between Rochdale in Lancashire and Sowerby Bridge in West Yorkshire, which opened in 1804.

Rochdale Canal | Canal & River Trust

Crossing the Pennines means great variations in height, so this route is peppered with locks. As it's quite a serious route, you'll need our handy guide.

canalrivertrust.org.uk

Very rare I drink that much beer these days With one exception, none of the beers was stronger than 5.5% ABV though I don't think you're alone in that Gary, almost all British pubs serve their beer in pints, or in half-pints, with the better pubs using glasses which contain a full pint of beer, with space for the 'head' (the froth or foam). In recent years, some of the modern, trendy, 'craft ale' type bars have started messing about though, using, variously; pint glasses, half-pint glasses, 'schooners' (2/3 pint glasses), 1/3 pint glasses, 1/2 litre glasses, and litre glasses When I was younger, if you asked for a pint, you would be given a pint of bitter (ale), and if you asked for a 'glass', you would be given a half-pint of bitter, but first, if you were purchasing more than one drink, you would probably be asked if you wanted the half in a 'lady's glass', or otherwise!

Ahhh good old Stones bitter. There's a new craft ale bar opened up in our village and their using 'schooners'. 2/3's of pint, but 2/3's more expensive than a pint.

Inches are the same, and feet, and yards, though younger folks tend to use metric units. Pounds and ounces are also the same, but there are some additional units in use here. For example, if it is not given in metric form, the weight of a person is given in stones and pounds, rather than just pounds, a stone being 14lb. And to further confuse things, if you ask for a pint in Sheffield, you might well get a pint of Stones!

It appears imperial measurements are here to stay Jack. All my teenage nephews and nieces who have only been taught metric and school, all still measure their height in feet and inches and their weight in stones and pounds.

Been a busy week at work and such like but got out on a walk yesterday.

Hope everyone has a nice weekend planned.

 

[JohnDF]

I just love Spiders and try to handle them as much as possible

You are braver than I am.
Anything with more than six legs creeps me out.

 

[JohnDF]

Good Morning Guardians
I'm looking forward to a relaxing day of watching playoff football.
This picture is of a tree that we had to cut down. Notice the barbed wire inside of it, the tree grew around it.

 

[Onebigbill]

Supposed to be down in the low 30's all day tomorrow, but I sure am looking forward to going out for a hike

Hope the weather cooperates Jack. Fine shot of your Hartshead.

Just having a night-cap before I hit the hay Have a great weekend Guardians

Now that's a great way to end the day - a dram of fine Scotch. Your Heartshead Barlow id looking good too!

Great to see you here Dylan, and your Charlie Lamb is looking good

Hope you're having a great weekend Duncan

Just spent half an hour searching for a pic to post here, without success unfortunately Maybe I can find it later

LOL! I sometimes see BUS spotters!

Good morning Guardians, I got up an hour early, to call in here before I go out, but I've wasted most of that time 28f outside, and foggy, so I'll be sure to wrap up Hope everyone has an enjoyable Saturday

Oooo, that's a bit to cool for me Jack. Better put on your woolies for sure. And also bundle up your HHB too.

Good morning Guardians, another fine sunny day today. I'll be installing some shelving in the upstairs bedroom closet with some help from my friend; my HHB.

 

[btb01]

LOL! I sometimes see BUS spotters!

I spotted a bus once!

I actually used to work as a bus driver, back in college and for a couple years after while Julie finished grad school. No double deckers, though.

 

[bigfish64]

Good morning Guardians, I got up an hour early, to call in here before I go out, but I've wasted most of that time 28f outside, and foggy, so I'll be sure to wrap up Hope everyone has an enjoyable Saturday

Hope you stayed warm and had a great walk Jack.

Good Morning Guardians
I'm looking forward to a relaxing day of watching playoff football.
This picture is of a tree that we had to cut down. Notice the barbed wire inside of it, the tree grew around it.

Cool textures in that photo John.

 

[JohnDF]

Cool textures in that photo John

Thank you, Todd.

 

[bigfish64]

Got a very light dusting of the white stuff here this morning, no shoveling necessary!
A Big’un for this morning.

 

[JohnDF]

That's the perfect amount of snow, in my opinion.

Beautiful horn on your Lambsfoot, Todd.

 

[bigfish64]

That's the perfect amount of snow, in my opinion.

Beautiful horn on your Lambsfoot, Todd.

Thanks John.

 

[Jack Black]

And the fog Jack. We've had some real pea soupers over here the last week or two; driving home from work this past week has been a pain.

Today is the first day we've had much fog David, but it didn't lift until mid afternoon. You take care my friend

Ahhh good old Stones bitter. There's a new craft ale bar opened up in our village and their using 'schooners'. 2/3's of pint, but 2/3's more expensive than a pint.

Really? There's one opened just down my road, though it just sells overpriced cans I'm hoping they get 'taxed'! You know you've gone to a bad place, when they use that word 'schooner'!

It appears imperial measurements are here to stay Jack. All my teenage nephews and nieces who have only been taught metric and school, all still measure their height in feet and inches and their weight in stones and pounds.

Great stuff David I still regularly hear folks reckoning up in shillings in Leeds market

Been a busy week at work and such like but got out on a walk yesterday.

Hope everyone has a nice weekend planned.

Wow, what a fabulous vista! Looks like a great day yesterday mate I was hoping it was going to be sunny here again today, but I don't think it's been above Freezing all day

Good Morning Guardians
I'm looking forward to a relaxing day of watching playoff football.
This picture is of a tree that we had to cut down. Notice the barbed wire inside of it, the tree grew around it.

Really nice pic John. I hope you have a great day my friend

Hope the weather cooperates Jack. Fine shot of your Hartshead.

Thanks pal, it only rained a bit, but it's been a cold, damp day Glad I was well wrapped up

Now that's a great way to end the day - a dram of fine Scotch. Your Heartshead Barlow id looking good too!

Thanks a lot Bill I tried the twist of lemon in a Rusty Nail, nice

Oooo, that's a bit to cool for me Jack. Better put on your woolies for sure. And also bundle up your HHB too.

I don't feel the cold easily Bill, but I had my merino wool thermals on, a thin lambswool sweater, a thick woolen shirt, a down vest, and a windproof coat and trousers, merino wool hat and buff, and a thick wool scarf, and gloves! I used to climb in winter in Scotland with less on! I've been warm all day, but I was glad I had all those layers

Good morning Guardians, another fine sunny day today. I'll be installing some shelving in the upstairs bedroom closet with some help from my friend; my HHB.
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Hope everything goes well Bill, you'll not find a better work-mate

I spotted a bus once!

I actually used to work as a bus driver, back in college and for a couple years after while Julie finished grad school. No double deckers, though.

LOL! That's interesting Barrett, I know quite a few bus-drivers

Hope you stayed warm and had a great walk Jack.

Thank you very much Todd, it's been a nice day

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A Big’un for this morning.
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Beautiful photos Todd

After wrapping up this morning, I left home so fast, before I melted, I forgot my new camera Fortunately, I had my old point 'n' shoot in my pocket as a back-up. I'll probably not be able to post any pics before tyomorrow, but I hope everyone is having a great weekend And...

 

[JohnDF]

Really nice pic John. I hope you have a great day my friend

Thank you, Jack.
It's been pretty lazy so far.

... Brilliant!

 

[Jack Black]

Thank you, Jack.
It's been pretty lazy so far.

You deserve a rest my friend

... Brilliant!

Thought you'd like that!

 

[tmd_87]

At the coast with my wife this weekend. My parents told us they would watch the kids and we could get away. So we headed up to Fort Bragg!

 

[Jack Black]

Some pics from my hike today

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[Jack Black]

 

[Jack Black]

At the coast with my wife this weekend. My parent told us they would watch the kids and we could get away. So we headed up to Fort Bragg!

Fantastic Taylor Great pic, and I hope you have a wonderful weekend. I remember, when my own kids were small, my parents looked after them, and we managed to get down to Wales. It was only for one night, but it sure gave us a break

 

[Jack Black]

Cheers Guardians

 

[cudgee]

Great shots Jack. Hiking/walking through fog and misty country side/bush is one of lives joys. It's like it is eerie and peaceful at the same time. Good for the mind and soul. I'm getting a bit deep and meaningful here aren't i.

 

[Jack Black]

Great shots Jack. Hiking/walking through fog and misty country side/bush is one of lives joys. It's like it is eerie and peaceful at the same time. Good for the mind and soul. I'm getting a bit deep and meaningful here aren't i.

Thanks Leon, it was quite atmospheric