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I've recently retired and I've been doing long distance walks for some years now - this one is the biggest yet though.

Monday, 18 April 2011

End of Part One

9.5 miles from Cheddar to Butcombe took me to the end of the first section of my journey on Sunday.  It was a truly great walk, 1000 feet straight up the side of the Blackdown Hills and onto the moors.

Great views
Although it was foggy when I started, at 800 feet I'd climbed above the fog and the sun shone - fantastic.  I sat on the tops enjoying a buttie and a flask of tea and just took it all in.  I could actually see the big jets landing at Bristol, big jets below me, wow!

It was a real hill and moor walking day today, my type of walk so felt right at home.
King John's Hunting Lodge - Axbridge

I'm now in a plcae called Axbridge, relaxing.  Tomorrow I'm off to Cheddar Gorge, though only as a tourist.

Tuesday is the start of my week off when I'm going to stay with my son and his family in Bournemouth.

It has been great having you with my through the blog - check back soon for an update.

3 comments:

Unknown said...

Hi ray
Enjoy your week off - bet you'll still be strolling along the prom prom prom! What a great achievement - I'm spreading the word about you and your challenge back here.
Take care
Love from the Fisherman and his friend xxx

Anonymous said...

Well done so far mate and some great photos posted too. Enjoy your well deserved break both of you and hi to Simon and Loll.
Genno.

Anonymous said...

hi ray
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step best wishes
Tony-D-