Wild grouse abound just outside Braithwaite

It is Sunday morning, 7.30am, and the parking space is already full

As we start to climb, the sun pops out on the far side of Buttermere

Looking the other way, Crummock Water

Come on! Indy waiting for me to catch up when I've been taking some pics

Bleaberry Tarn, considerably more calm than the last time we visited

Now you know why it's called Red Pike

Strong winds again! Shelter in the sheepfold at Red Pike summit

Summit of High Crag, the sun is out now and the wind has dropped

After Seat, we arrive at Scarth Gap - sharp left to descend to Buttermere.
Gatesgarth middle right

Further down Scarth Gap, the fells are still quite deserted. Just before noon...

Buttermere again. Indy, like most Labradors, can never resist water. Never