The FRA Relay maps have just been added to website so KA and I use this as an opportunity to head over to Middleton to recce legs 1 & 4. You really do need to be careful how you access these routes, look carefully, there is very limited access to the open fells in this area.
We have a steady run round Leg 1, relatively straight forward. But we are by no means quick. We look closely at various route options and study the terrain around checkpoint 5. From there we head back up the fell to recce Leg 4, almost a direct reverse of Leg 1 except this one takes you to the summit of Calf at 609m; much quicker this time but probably due to our knowing the way and being warmed up.
The hills are a bit bigger than expected and nav could be tricky. Fortunately the early rain and mist had cleared when we set off, sensible choice to call in to Kirkby for coffee and toast on the way.
Barbon Arms served a good pint after the run, but slightly strange drinkers in there......what was that women doing lying on the floor ?!
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