Walking Holidays in the UK

Somewhat belatedly, a few words and pictures on the floods that hit this part of the country last week. For those in the UK, the story is well know and received national news coverage. For those further afield – the fells received over 100mm over rain in 24 hrs, resulting in widespread flooding in Keswick and downstream in Cockermouth and Workington.

Here at Mickledore we are well above the river and emerged unscathed – although I did manage to kill my camera taking the pictures below – serves me right I suppose. In Keswick, around 100 houses were flooded – unfortunately the same ones which were flooded in January 2005. Downstream in Workington, and especially Cockermouth, the damage has been much worse.

Unfortunately for many if the flooded properties, flood insurance has been difficult to find after the last floods, and many had no cover. The Cumbria Flood Recovery Fund is collecting to help these people, and has raised over £600000 already. IF you wish to donate – sue the link.

In Keswick, the town has suffered from a lack of visitors – some out door businesses reporting a drop of 80% in takings. All the shops are open, and ready for you to shop!
Somewhat belatedly, a few words and pictures on the floods that hit this part of the country last week. For those in the UK, the story is well know and received national news coverage. For those further afield – the fells received over 100mm over rain in 24 hrs, resulting in widespread flooding in Keswick and downstream in Cockermouth and Workington.

Here at Mickledore we are well above the river and emerged unscathed – although I did manage to kill my camera taking the pictures below – serves me right I suppose. In Keswick, around 100 houses were flooded – unfortunately the same ones which were flooded in January 2005. Downstream in Workington, and especially Cockermouth, the damage has been much worse.

Unfortunately for many if the flooded properties, flood insurance has been difficult to find after the last floods, and many had no cover. The Cumbria Flood Recovery Fund is collecting to help these people, and has raised over £600000 already. IF you wish to donate – sue the link.

In Keswick, the town has suffered from a lack of visitors – some out door businesses reporting a drop of 80% in takings. All the shops are open, and ready for you to shop!