In to November

Colour in Cumbria

this year

has lingered.

From deep

red trees

in geometrically designed gardens

of Rydal Hall

Rydal Hall

Around slightly rippled waters

and over higher hills.

Helm Crag

With water falling through copper stained valleys

Leaving behind faded undulations

and tarns.

As the first light dusting of snow

Calf Crag

traced the top of the higher hills.

Helm Crag

Then washed in saturation again to green.