I sleep well, nicely cocooned in my sleeping bag, in my tent under the canopy of small trees. As soon as I’m packed down I bail out from the undergrowth and rejoin the trail. I hike along the outskirts of Greenhead, entering a silent golf course and cross a busy road. Upon entering moor land, … More Bothie Virgin Pennine Way Day 4
Two trains and three buses later I step out into the Scottish town of Kirk Yetholm. The official end of the Pennine Way but in my case, the start of my 265 mile journey. I was as ready as I was ever going to be. I’d managed to get a new backpack as my old … More Getting to the start of the Pennine Way Day 1
I love the Peak District.I was lucky to have spent a few years of my life living in Sheffield and would often find myself walking around Lady Bower Reservoir or bimbling up Lose hill. Even though I now live far away, I always try and venture back when I can. Pulling up to Hope station … More Solo Wild Camp in the Peak District
I arrived in good time, reaching the mini car parking spot with an hour until sun down. It was a swift hike and I was at the summit within half an hour. The sun was lingering above the horizon and a few people were milling about so I slunk off looking for somewhere to cook … More Wild Camping on top of the Mendips
I fall asleep to the sound of rain and it must have continued all through the night. My tent is soaked to the touch and I am not motivated to leave my cosy sleeping bag and pack down… Alas, the promise of hot food, a steaming bath and my bed lures me out and I … More Day 7 – Last Day on the C2C
