Day 61 – well that’s it….

John Spencer

Treverven to Lands End. 10.01 miles, 1,877ft of elevation, 28,977 steps

Well, that’s it then. What a strange feeling. I got up this morning confused that it was so light at 7:00am. I then remembered that the clocks had gone back and all our groovy modern watches and phones all change automatically. Result! So, a trip to Tesco express for my last cooked breakfast before anyone else awoke. I had so much energy….

What a lovely day. The weather had turned back on and the sun was shining. The day was relaxed and the going relatively easy.

We went passed a couple of great spots on route…..Porthcurno beach and the outdoor theatre were highlights and Porthgwarra has a lovely tea shop.

However it was a day to be with the family. Whilst Maddy was convalescing in Cardiff from asthma looking cozy in her bed, we marched to the finish line. Kate’s was more of a stumble as she nearly put a Kibosh on the entire thing by struggling the last few miles to stay upright.

It was lovely, the photos I hope will do it justice.

I knew what I was expecting at Lands End so we kept it subdued and quiet. A few photos and a lovely bottle of champagne and cake organised by Jo. So nice, and we kept well away from everyone.

I had a few moments with Schooner. He never asked to come on this with me, but he has been magnificent. Such wonderful company. So chilled, relaxed and just the right level of enthusiasm and friendship. It will definitely be a part of this journey that will stay with me for ever. A wonderful friend.

There are so many people to thank (another lovely generous taxi driver giving me the fare as a donation after dinner) and so many things to reflect on. But right now, it’s job done and a good night sleep. I will do one last post I think after a days reflection bit for now…….it’s goodnight from me. Thanks everyone….

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9 thoughts on “Day 61 – well that’s it….”

  1. Wow wow! Amazing achievement! Well done, John. What a trip and memories for life. Love to you all. Lucy xxx

  2. Just amazing. Congratulations to you, Schooner and everybody who made this possible and more so, a big thank you for the original reason, all the amazing work the STARS charity does and what sounds like great progress Grace has made with RAS.

  3. Well done John, Grace, family & Schooner,

    Fantastic achievement – well done & great that you could finish in the sunshine. Look forward to catching up soon and hearing the stories.

    All the very best

    Nick

  5. So very well done. Brilliant. Another thing crossed off your bucket list no doubt?? I don’t know what I’m going to do – no more blogs to read. I’m not sure a daily blog of your work week will give the same interest!! Safe journey home to all the jobs that have piled up in your absence. Lots of love. Xx

  6. Amazing achievement John and the crew – I will miss your daily updates! lots of love The Willards 🙂

  7. Hi John, loved following the daily posts and photos and well done, its an amazing achievement, see you soon. Regards clive

  8. Misson accomplished John ….and what a hell of a journey! So proud to know you…
    love to you and family.

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