Haltwhistle

Back blip, realised I'd missed a day (couldn't get good enough internet on the day).
Mr Rat left early to go and run over some hills and I left fairly early to catch trains to Haltwhistle, contrary to the weathermen the sun shone all the way.
Arrived early afternoon, booked into my hotel (in the pic), unpacked and then went out for some lunch and a wander. Very quiet everywhere and shops shut early (though managed to get some sandwich stuff for the next few days) but warm and pleasant.
Short walk up the burn, which was very full and then it was nearly time to go out for the walking Festival evening social.
Good fun - food, entertainment (the Hex Pistols, a close harmony singing group with a humourous twist) and a quiz.