Sunday 6 October 2013

The walk in my week....

This morning's blast of Autumn sunshine meant a lovely meandering walk alongside Scotman's Flash in Poolstock, Wigan. Since I didn't take my little Fujipix camera, these photos were all taken with my Samsung mobile phone!

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Wigan Flashes are a group of wetlands, which were formed originally as a result of mining subsidence.  Over time this area has evolved into landscape rich in flora and fauna and is a haven for birds. Its hard to imagine that just 100 years ago this area formed one of the major coal fields in the area. 
What a legacy those hard working miners left to the town.



Scotman's Flash alongside the Leeds-Liverpool Canal



Mum and her babies

From Ugly ducklings....



.....to a beautiful swan!




A View from the Bridge



My favourite stopping place gives a perfect view of the
Leeds-Liverpool canal towards Poolstock


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6 comments:

  1. Lovely pics Josie, wish my BB phone took pics half as good!

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    1. Hi Karen - yes... I'm pleasantly surprised at how good the camera on my phone is. It takes decent pictures without too much effort which suits me !!!

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  2. Gorgeous weather and views, Josie!

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    1. HI Hilary - It's been a beautiful day here in the NW - really warm and quite lovely !!

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