Well it was advertised as a short walk, and it was. One could almost call it a mini walk with mini attendance, just the two of us.
From the car park beside the River Lynher, just over Callington New Bridge, we followed the river as it flowed down stream admiring the work of the Lumberjacks who have been creating barriers with tree trunks to prevent walkers from falling into the river and disturbing the wild life. From the posts we saw these include Otters and Kingfishers, but on a dark but warm night none were spotted. They have also been coppicing to attract more varied wildlife.
It was then across the road, over the stile and the steep but short climb to visit Cadson Bury Fort, a medieval settlement now looked after by the National Trust. We circumnavigated the fort from where there are fine views on a day walk, but with very few properties in the area there were few lights visible. It was then back down the hill to pass through the gate and cross back to the river bank where we found a bench for coffee break, followed by a rapid return to the cars. No visit to the pub this time with Christmas round the corner and, with the hope of seeing our families, discretion was the order of the evening.
It was agreed that this will make a good start to a longer walk in the spring taking in Kit Hill.
Peter