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A strange one
I think today will be one of those days that I look back upon with fond memories but actually at the time was a bit of a slog. The weather has been pretty unpleasant with rain and fairly strong winds plus the path from my camping spot, near Port Isaac, to here has...
Never before has a strawberry tasted so good
I’d been thinking about strawberries ever since Jenny sent me a picture of some of the ones we’d grown at home. When I’m walking I often feel really thirsty and no matter how much water I drink I never feel refreshed. Especially when it’s hot. But I also really crave...
Newquay has fallen
Well a bit of it has fallen - into the sea. The whole coast from Newquay to where I am now looks like it’s suffering from coastal erosion in one way or another. I guess it all depends what rock the cliffs are made of and that some are more susceptible to it than...
Late day
So the climb was bigger than expected. I really should have done more research! Very windy at the top as well. The views at the top were nice though. I didn’t make it to the campsite until 8:30pm so missed dinner but had a Magnum ice cream and 2 packets of crisps for...
Last climb of the day
Really tired!
Piles of rock lead the way (sometimes)
In this case I think they’re correct. Just did what I thought was proper climbing. Maybe not to a climber but it was to me. A little scary with my rucksack. Saying that, if I can do it anyone can. I think I’m on there somewhere.
I found that quite difficult
15 miles I figured would be easy. I stupidly didn’t relished how much climbing there would be. At some points it reminded me of what the kids used to call “rock climbing woods”. I’m probably milking it but I found it difficult. I kept on going the wrong way on the top...
First day summary
I was really nervous in the morning. Not sure what of but nervous nevertheless. I felt like I shouldn’t be doing the walk I think so was looking for the catch. Probably set off a bit later than I should have but got going by about 11:30. It’s a great view along the...
Next time take the low route
At the top to Red Pike. 5g reception here - nothing before now. Really windy. Think the view was worth it but not sure - could have got the same picture from the internet. Heading along the ridge now. Hoping not to fall off!!