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Wasn’t expecting much
The Great Glenn Way I think is often considered the poor relation of the West Highland Way. I don’t think that’s official in any way but it’s just the impression I get when speaking to people. This had formed a vision in my mind of what to expect so I wasn’t really...
A good day off
I really didn’t think that this part of the trip was going to happen. The weather all over the UK had been really bad leading up to my departure date, so even though I was hoping for at least some clear sky, the idea that a climb of Ben Nevis would be possible seem...
A nice little stroll
I’m pretty pleased with myself. I know many people have completed this walk before me and many will in the future, but as I was walking towards Fort William I decided that I was going to be proud of myself. I say of most things that anyone could do it and there’s...
Get me out of Exmouth
It’s raining I woke up at around 4am to the sound of pouring rain. A bit confused initially as to where I was and then a little disappointed that I’d used a hotel. At least though I wouldn’t have to pack up in the rain be walking in it at 6am. Down to breakfast for...
It’s noisy here
A slight change of plan So I’ve ended up at a hotel. There are reasons for this. Some are probably pretty valid and others I think I’m making up to justify the decision. However, the decision was made and I’m now in a hotel room charging my internal battery and, as an...
Beautiful but relentless
Too many posts!! I’m just taking a break and decided to write a post. Hopefully that won’t be too confusing but as I’m getting on in years I notice that stuff I’m absolutely certain I won’t forget, no matter what, I forget. Making my way from Branscombe to Sidmouth...
We’ve lost the moon
Another wild camp I woke up at 6am and had not been moved on. I didn’t really relax for much of the night but I guess I’ll just get used to it in time. I was rewarded by the most spectacular views. After packing up my kit I just sat on my chair and watching the sea...
Pizza to the rescue
The wild camp I didn’t pick the best spot but it was getting late and I was getting nervous. Half the tent was down a slope so the pitch was pretty poor. I didn’t sleep well either but that was mainly because it was too hot. The quilt I use is really good in cooler...