Buxton Walking with Lacey
Buxton Temple and Town Walking with Lacey 30/07/24 This walk I called Temple and Town and everyone in Buxton would realise why. The idea was to climb the hill just south of Buxton to the summit where Solomon's Temple is situated and then back to the town and gardens. The modern tower was built at the end of the 19th century rebuilding the tower built by Solomon Mycock. This in turn was built on top of a bronze age barrow. As ever complexity on complexity. Parking responsibly on Holmfield near the footpath into Grin Plantation we quickly entered the woods after passing a nettle infested pathway. Soon in the woods we came across a lovely couple walking their dog Finn, a border collie. We chatted for a few minutes subjects including hiking and the Steampunk festival in Whitby. Finn watched each speaker intently as if he understood every word. Reluctantly we parted and continued our walk through the woods. These encounters are great and in a way make a walk. Occasionally through...