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The return of winter to the lakeland fells.

The eastern fells with Helvellyn (centre) and Catstycam (centre right) suddenly under a fresh layer of fallen snow.

Taken from Hallin Fell in the far east of the region.

Lake District National Park, Cumbria, UK

even in probably the most remote building in England you can't escape domestic chores!

Black Sail Youth Hostel, Ennerdale, western lake District, Cumbria, UK

For most people, Ennerdale is one of the most remote valleys in the Lake District to reach. Once you get to the lake (Ennerdale Water) the tarmac stops and travel by bike is on forest roads and dirt tracks. 6 miles later along these tacks the 'road' stops and you have reached the Black Sail youth hostel - a former shepherds bothy - surrounded by some of the finest fells in the region.

Black Sail hut, upper Ennerdale, western Lake District National Park, Cumbria, UK

Late afternoon winter sunshine from the lower slopes of Irton Pike.

Western Lake District national park, Cumbria, UK

Parkgate Tarn, Irton Park. Looking toward lower Mitredale.

Western Lake District National Park, Cumbria, UK