Westward Ho! to Hartland Quay. 21.45 miles, 4,075ft of elevation, 49,033 steps
Quick note first thank all the team In Japan who went over and beyond in their walk and donations which has helped immensely in me reaching my goal today of £20,000. Thanks everyone and let’s keep it going….
So the biggest concern right now it that whilst people are impressed with our walk today, they mention tomorrow’s with fear in their eyes…….
We started off today in relentless rain and in full spirit. Tristan and Aidan had differing approaches to their attire. (As did David and I to be honest – you would not catch me in spandex).
The route is a simple one, and will remain so until the end. Keep the sea to your right and you should be good. However, the weather, the terrain and the various choices of footwear made going tough. Unfortunately the big guy (Aidan) took a tumble and we went down on to the beach for a short detour!
Luckily we were 7 miles from Clovelly! Not the easiest miles and Aidan struggled, however he persevered until Clovelly (our mid way point – with the help of the local road sweeper m) where we left him and Dave to organise a taxi/cab/lift
It was a super tough day with so many ups and downs but the boys I think enjoyed it and Tristan and I headed off towards our final destination.
We cut inland for a bit for a reprieve from the coast and Tristan’s And I smashed the least few me relatively quickly.
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A very long day and one which had its ups and lows………,,but getting us all through the entire event was perfect and the boys did so well in terrible weather. A really good job by al
Eventually we were done – well and truly. I do hope tomorrow is a bit kinder but let’s see. Good luck to England in the meantime
Lots of funny moments today, all good and eventful. I will leave you with this image of a stile but no fence along the footpath…..
Big thank you to Dave, Lizzy and Gavin in the bar who donated all their money in their wallets. So many nice people
Brilliant effort all. The coastal path is beautiful and brutal. It’s character building. Enjoy every step. I’m envious of you. Good luck Paul
Met you on the Mendips hills.
Thanks Paul – day one was tough and every one tells me today’s section is even harder. We are seeing it wild and windy which is great but hard work!
Following your progress closely on Jules’s OS maps. Nearly in Cornwall! Today looks a better day weather wise, enjoy