A beautiful bright, crisp day, ideal for walking and enjoying the colours of Autumn.
We set off into Martinshaw Woods on the start of our walk and we were not disappointed with the colours surrounding us.
It just got better as we walked on.
Greens and browns of all shades set beneath a bright blue sky with the occasional fluffy white cloud.
We crossed the main road from Ratby to Markfield into Pear Tree Wood (not a pear tree in sight).
A few more snaps of the scenery.
Out of Peartree Woods we headed into Borrough Woods famous for the bluebell display in the Spring.
Without the bluebells it's just as gorgeous - well worth the visit at this time of the year.
Silver Birch changing colour as the sunlight moves around.
Walking down to the golf course.
That's the way.
The trees on the golf course look exceptionally healthy considering the battering they take from misplaced golf balls.
Safely off the golf course we headed for a cuppa at the golf house restaurant.
As usual plenty of chat with the coffee and tea.
Well appointed gardens and well baked scones.
Great to sit out in the sun in October. Let's hope we have plenty of the same before winter sets in.
Refreshed, we set off on our return trip.
As the sun started to lower in the sky the shadows made even more impact on the scenery.
A wider view of Leicestershire.
Out of Peartree and back into Martinshaw Woods.
Near to the end of our walk.
Back in to the car park with the seat available for boot removable.
Hope the weather is as good next week.
So near but so far! I was in martinshaw woods that same afternoon having checked how saplings I planted near there 2 years ago were getting on. I had the pleasure of encountering a young Chinese woman practising a melodic wood instrument in the wood. Wonderfully haunting sound. Looking forward to December when I can join you again! Sarah
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