On the wildside . . .

Just to the north of Ivybridge, on the edge of the moor, lies Lukesland Gardens. ( http://www.lukesland.co.uk/index.htm )

This was the venue for a rather strenuous walk. Behind the estate there is a path that leads up onto the moor and a small group of us were able to climb up to a high point which is at one end of a ridge. We then followed the ridge along, passing a couple of other cairns, and eventually wending our way back through the moorland heather and sheep tracks to the moor gate.

Arriving back at Lukesland, we had our lunch followed by a tour around the gardens guided by the owner.

These walks have not been conducted in total silence, and I found the occasional thoughtful conversation very worthwhile.