Galleny Force | Black Moss Pot | Wild Swimming UK | Lake District | Hiking | Langstrath Valley

This place in summer is out of this world, the pools are emerald blue and are absolutely perfect for swimming in, on my visit this time everything was a bit wild but I do love seeing places through the seasons, just didn't fancy a swim like I did earlier in the year.
I say at the start I'm going to find the 'secret cave' and stone circle on the route back round the other valley, but the weather changed on me and I just didn't fancy it, that said, it gives me a good excuse to go back in the summer to show you it in the sunshine.
This route was 3 miles 1 way with little elevation, and if you stay to the right of the river heading up the valley, the path is good and dry most of the way.
There is a Youth Hostel, campsite and pub all within walking distance of this route if you wanted to stay in the area overnight or just for refreshments. The parking is mainly lay by parking with a small pay and display car park in Rosthwaite, so if you visit in summer, you're probably best to avoid the popular times.

[@Hunzagojalvalley]

Such a amazing work friend keep going ❤❤❤❤

[@barefoot_ventures]

Thankuouuu

[@stephenrogersemtb]

Nice route to black moss pot brilliant in summer

[@barefoot_ventures]

It’s a corker in summer!! 😁😁

[@evgenyuspenyev7887]

The rivers and the hills The forests and the streams Nobody walks in Bloody English winter ))

[@barefoot_ventures]

I walk in English winter?!

[@HRM62]

I love the landscape very much Char. what a nice video thanks

[@barefoot_ventures]

Thankyou, it’s a beauty!

[@HRM62]

@@barefoot_ventures I am looking forward to see the nice video's dear Char

[@donfranktv]

Stunning scenery - great channel - enjoying the vids

[@barefoot_ventures]

Thankyou so much 😁😁

[@MrJud62]

Definitely on my to do list.

[@barefoot_ventures]

It’s a corker!

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

Definitely the right decision Char. It was a bit wet to say the least. Those rivers were in full spate. Thanks for sharing.

[@barefoot_ventures]

Thanks Chris… yep don’t play with nature 😁😁

[@Truthbewithyou]

Good little vid Char🙂 🙏🏼 I've not been to Galleny Force but that looks beautiful, so is now on the list! Good choice giving it a miss too, especially at The Lakes as ot closes in so fast there and could have turned out proper miserable if you was up the top. Thanks for sharing 🤟🏻❤️ Ps: That cap is easily my favourite of yours ✌🏻💥

[@barefoot_ventures]

Yehhh always better to be safe than sorry aren’t you! A beautiful area.. and thankyou.. it’s a beauty isn’t it 🧢 you’ll have to get yourself one, we can twin it up! 😝

[@Truthbewithyou]

​@@barefoot_venturesHaha, yeah I'll get one, you never know, on day I may bump into you on the Peaks 🤟🏻🤟🏻 Hey, why don't you do more on here? You come over as so authentic, which is pretty rare these days! You're really easy to watch and the adventures are always good fun. I know you have your insta account and I know it takes a while to edit and stuff, but I honestly think you could kill it on youtube 🤟🏻 Anyhow, just me thinking out loud, as I often do 🤭 hope you have a great new years 🤟🏻💙

[@BulldogBadger]

Great video but wasn’t sure who was talking at the start.. that camo hat had me tricked😂

[@barefoot_ventures]

Ahaha easily confused you 😝

[@tonypilki3]

What a gorgeous area Char! I went to Black Moss Pot for the first time in September. Luckily it was a beautiful warm day so I did manage a swim down that narrow channel. Galleny Force was stunning too. Lots of people paddling and swimming in various parts of the river. I had a brief look for the cave without success but I'll definately be back again next year. Shame about the weather you certainly got a drenching. Fab video though as usual 🙂

[@barefoot_ventures]

Ahhhh very kind!! And yes me too!! Neeed to find the cave next time.. should be easier in nicer weather … good luck! And do let me know if you manage to find it 😁

[@tonypilki3]

I will for sure Char. Best Wishes for the New year 🥳

[@ronaldofrederiko8264]

lovely video and i respect you for even thinking about a swim but totally agree with your decision; discretion being the better part of valour!!

[@barefoot_ventures]

Yes I went earlier in the year and had a lovely swim, but I was with a friend and it wasn’t as wild.. gotta stay safe 😁😁

[@HRM62]

Dear Char, I wish you a very beautyful new year and lots of nice video’s. ❤ Harm

[@barefoot_ventures]

Thankyou Harm. Happy new year to you too 😁

[@HRM62]

@@barefoot_ventures thanks Char

[@snapslife]

Go on char cracking as always. Just gutted bo horese chasibg ya this week hahaha. Just got back fron a wild camp in langdales . Love this tine of year. Keep it reall lass proud of ya

[@barefoot_ventures]

Ahhhh so kind thankyouu. Ahhh the Langdales!! I love it there!! 🥰🥰

[@Steve-b54]

Amazing scenery, thank you Char.

[@barefoot_ventures]

No thankyouuu for the kind words 😁

[@enablerdave]

Flippers AND a wetsuit! Great views. I love a good rainy hike. Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@barefoot_ventures]

Yep.. needed both 😝 same, was so much fun!!

[@styzor2634]

😁🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😘

[@barefoot_ventures]

😁

[@davidbruceconn9214]

Beautiful scenery and great narration as usual! Thank you!

[@barefoot_ventures]

Ahhhhh thanksssss so much!

[@brianblinkhorn9832]

Great video, shows the lakes in it’s awesome glory, keep doing what you are doing. Definitely a walk I need to do

[@barefoot_ventures]

Thankyouu.. it’s a beautiful part of the lakes 😁