Stoodley Pike

Wednesday became a moorland walk day as I set off across the moors above Todmorden to the towering and brooding Stoodley Pike.

I thought it'd be a great day for taking photos too, however I was disappointed to see that due to the wind, clouds and general lack of good light only a few of my shots looked anywhere near half decent - benefits of digital cameras I guess!

I think some of the better shots include the distant shot of the Pike and the closer view as they show the isolation and bleakness of their location:

Some of the views from the top of the Pike were amazing too:

I'm in heaven

Friday became one of the best days I've had in a while after taking a wander (hike) up to Chew Reservoir where I caught some stunning shots.

On the way up:

A misty Indian's head

A rock that's been tossed around by glacial waters

The Great Wall of Chew

Reflections

The best view of all:

And back down again:

See LiveSearch Aerial View of this locale.

Panorama & Macro

I went for a wander yesterday over to Hartshead Pike as it's probably one of the best places for taking panorama shots that I know of. I tried to capture the moodiness of the skies behind the pike and the silhouette.

Despite the picture being taken at midday, I think it captured the mood quite well.

I must have really liked the surroundings as I ended up taking well over 100 shots, mainly here, but also at Daisy Nook where I tested out the macro side of things.

While walking through the trees along the riverside the sunkept glinting on a gorgeous rusty orange/mustard colour that was on the trunks of quite a few trees. As I got closer to take a look I spotted a good opportunity to use the macro lens on the amazing Lichens that were predominant on this particular bankside. Again, I think I got a little snap-happy as there were a fair few shots to plough through when I got home!