Lytham . More Photos

Off to a wet start, but if the weather forecast is to be believed, it will soon dry up. Vic's taking no chances.

Looking back to the main entrance to the Lytham Hall Estate.

The rain has eased off as we head down the long drive towards the hall

Wanted.
Have you seen this man.
Last seen with his band of renegades and ne'er do wells, marauding in the Lancaster area

The hall, looking much more respectable than on our previous visit, having been repainted.

Round the back of the hall. The older statue on the right, has the lady in a more discreet pose.

The book club. 

The  snow drop display that Lytham Hall is famous for.

Looking out across the lake, a modern housing estate occupies the far bank, where not long ago the vista would would have had no intrusions.

Leaving the hall grounds, we cross the road, make our way through a housing estate, and enter Witch Wood. The wood was
formerly part of the Lytham Hall estate. It was gifted to the Civic Society, for redevelopment as a woodland park.

The witch in question, was a favourite horse of the Clifton family,
and is thought to be buried here.

So there.

Leaving the wood behind, we make our way towards Royal Lytham St Annes golf course. The famous white church can be seen in the background.

Ansdell's prestigious Public Hall

No relation to our notable friend with the same name.

Lunch time by Fairhaven Lake where Martin treats us to his winter warmer. Thanks once again Martin.

As we continue our walk alongside the lake, the clear blue sky is reflected on the water.

New sea defence work is being carried out on the far side.

Old rural machinery adorning Lytham's foreshore. An added attraction?

The sky has turned ominously dark providing a stark contrast to the brilliant white of the windmill.John and Vic can be seen standing on the base of the windmill, adding perspective.

The dark sky has come to nought. The sun is out again, as we finish our flasks off. What are you thinking about Mick?
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