I think it's been a good year around here for autumn colour. Sometimes the dull, damp, misty days simply serve to emphasise the golden tones. These are a few more photos taken along the towpath of the Rochdale Canal just out of Hebden Bridge.
The narrow Calder valley has several watercourses running through it, not only the canal. The River Calder and the canal weave around and over each other along its length, which is one reason historically why the valley has been so prone to flooding. Thankfully recent work to build flood barriers, and the 'Slow the Flow' initiative on the valley sides (seeking to build little 'leaky' dams, to spread out and slow the flow of water into the streams and rivers) has seemed to have quite a helpful effect, so far.
Wonderful colours, and the stillness of the mirror-like water serves to enhance them, as does the grey sky.
ReplyDeleteLoved seeing these water autumn dreams. And I'm glad they are working to help with floods.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shots.
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely! And so different to Honolulu. I appreciate seeing them. Aloha to you
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