Grasmere to Patterdale

Another wet day. only 12km today, so we left late, hoping the weather would clear. unfortunately, there are no views today.
The original plan had been carry on up to a high Tarn to camp but weather not great, so we were in a room tonight.
A few observations so far:
People on trail are really nice and friendly. Mainly English so far. Most people getting their bags transferred, which is great as allows all sorts to participate.
Tracks are everywhere and well maintained. Bet DOC wished they had the same budget.
People and dogs everywhere. even hotels advertise how much room for dogs. And in all the restaurants.
Service in hotels etc pretty average. Maybe it's been a long summer, and everyone is tired but no real effort to help. Price gouging to a captive audience in some places.
However some places have been fantastic so we can only hope.
It rains a lot up here but very beautiful. Villages and stone walls are incredibly pretty.
Hills are bigger than we expected. Tomorrow will be our hardest day. Somebody said there are some ruins near the end, but you will be so ruined yourself you won't notice.
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