The Cloud is a rock formation near the town of Congleton. A feature often seen when driving around Cheshire. It was a bright sunny day, so pup was keen to explore, me and my partner headed up to The Cloud and trekked up to the top of the hill where some amazing views across the Cheshire Plains were gained. I have found a rather fascinating county to explore and the views gained helped better understand the county I now live in.
The route took us through some rather interesting woods, though even in these pictures, the feel that something is watching you is felt. Woods I have always thought hold a light and dark feel to them, casting shadows, shafts of light, the wind through the leaves and branches. They seem both amazing places to walk through, with an undercurrent of darkness catching your mind. The human mind can play such tricks.
From the top which we finally did reach, the view were impressive. I will say it is not a quick route up, but more of a gradual climb. We took our time going through the woodland and enjoyed the pace to reach the top. The views from the top are amazing I have to say. Following the ridge North and South, and the whole of Cheshire laying before you. As you look you can start to pick out features such as Jodrell Bank, the Peckforton Hill range, two locations we have already visited and also the Welsh hills in the distance.
On such a sunny day, you could sit on the rocks and just take in the view for a long time. Someone with vertigo, oh ye me, it finally gets bit too much, so after a while we headed back down to find a neolithic site not to far away. Bridstones Rocks which is a burial chamber on the Cheshire/Derbyshire Border.
The Burial Chamber sadly is not in the best state as it has been damaged over time by human activity. But what still remains I think is impressive and my fascination with history means of course an intriguing spot to visit.
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