Originally Posted by
Travs
Earlier in the summer i had a run-in with a farmer in the Patterdale area.
Admittedly, it was my fault, i was trespassing. However the 1:50000 map in my possession appeared to show an unclassified road/track. On reviewing the 1:25000 map when i got home, it was clear that i was on private ground and had been in the wrong.
However it was the attitude and conduct of the farmer which annoyed me. I realise it was a stressful time for farmers (Lambing time), and they no doubt put up with a lot from tourists in the Lake District, but i wouldn't willingly trespass, and i have the utmost respect for them (my landlord is himself a farmer).
But first accosted me and angrily questioned me about why i didn't have a map. When i showed him my map and tried to explain, he just wouldn't let me get a word in, coupled with some foul language.
Then wonders why he gets a mouthful back in return.