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North Downs Way – Day 1
Well, the day has eventually arrived. I was getting a bit anxious about it as the weather looks very hot for the first few days. The route does spend most of those days in woodland so hopefully that will help. I said goodbye to everyone and walked to the station. Taking a train to West… Continue reading
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First Test of the Gram-counter Gear VLT-1P
I was out helping out at a cub camp this weekend. A very hot camp! I thought I might as well try out the tent before the long trek next week which will probably be in similar conditions. This is my second time putting it up so I learned from the first. Peg the ground… Continue reading
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English Coastal Path: Pitsea to Stanford-le-Hope
I am going to say from the outset that this really wasn’t one of my favourite routes. The 30C temperature didn’t help. Grim in places, overgrown in others and very industrial towards the end. Anyway, it is done. The path starts just outside Pitsea station and takes you down a dusty track alongside the A13… Continue reading
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The Seven Woods Walk
I quickly planned this one before I took my son to school. Originally, I had called it the 4 woods and a couple of parks walk. However, on wandering around the route it became apparent that I had in fact planned virtually the same route as the Seven Woods Walk. Mine is a little longer… Continue reading
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London Oddities Tour 1
A couple of years ago whilst in Waterstones, I came across a great book entitled London’s Oddities. It is written by Vicky Wilson and published by Metro Publications. We are always looking for new things to look at in London on our walks. Having done two Back Alley tours and a walk looking at the… Continue reading
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North Downs Way – Postponed
Unfortunately, my father in law is very poorly so we will be heading over to Ireland. I have rearranged the trek for 28th June. A big thank you to Puttenham Barn, Oak View Holiday Park and Dunn Street Farm Camping who rearranged the dates at no extra cost with a weeks notice. I have spent… Continue reading
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Kit Check for the North Downs Way
Time to check my kit for the 9 day hike along the North Downs. I have changed it a bit from the South Downs Way as I am only camping for 2 nights. So have done away with any cooking equipment and food. Instead I shall rely on pub food and morning cafe’s (If I… Continue reading
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Final Walk before the Big One
I had an unexpected day off today, so with the weather being ideal I decided it was time for a last walk before the North Downs Way. Originally I had thought about just doing one of my normal walks. However, on reflection I decided to go somewhere new. In the end that was a great… Continue reading
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What can AI add to my North Downs Way plan?
So to be honest I have planned everything out from where to stay to where to eat. I did look at a few highlights on the maps and my guide as well. I thought it would be interesting to see what ChatGPT can come up with. I wondered whether this could have saved me time… Continue reading
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Beware the North Face Backpack scam
Had a few Facebook ads appearing lately with a ‘too good to be true’ deal on North Face Backpacks. Quite clearly a scam, so pleased avoid and share with friends. Beware The Fake 90% Off The North Face Clearance Sales Continue reading
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