Despite walking like I had just got off my horse last night I didn't feel too bad this morning. After the milk fiasco I was bailed out by my neighbour who not only provided the milk but made the tea too... Top man and brave too as he was camping with his neice and grand daughter , plus he sponsored me, hope you got home ok and it was a pleasure to meet you Keith.
After a lengthy chat with the farmer about the lambs, two of which were born in the next field overnight, I was on my way by 9.10am to cover the last section of moors including the mini matterhorn Roseberry Topping. This is a very steep distinctive peak that seriously hurt with the weight on my back. The local primary school fundraisers had set up a tent/cafe serving tea etc which was welcome apart from the obligatory red faced colonel type drumming up custom. He of course had to comment on my puffing. I managed to restrain from asking him to fornicate elsewhere.... Just.
The rest of the walk to Slapewath was mainly through forestry commision land which was ok but again hard on the feet. Only one full blister but lots of pain due to the cast iron surface. Apparently there has hardly been any rain this year and you can see the evidence.
Tomorrow I begin the coastal path. Had a few glimpses since yesterday but looking forward to hearing the crash of waves. For now a hot shower beckons and then joining up with the local hunt for the evening.[think about it]*
*note from Cheryl - a pub called 'The Fox and Hounds' in case you couldn't work it out either...
About Me
- johntmatlock
- I'm 48, carrying a shed load of weight and married to Cheryl in no particular order of relevence. I have two boys Josh & Sam and a stepdaughter Bekah. All three are teenagers which makes life "interesting". The picture on the profile is of me on the edge of Ennerdale If you have read any of my blog you may have guessed by now I am seriously on the sad and illegitimate side of the coin. I follow Notts County (see its getting sadder) which is where I met Cheryl (much sadder)and we are frequently off round the country to watch them, spend huge amounts of money and generally make ourselves miserable. I also spend a lot of time refereeing (ultimate sad) football on various parks and grounds across Derbyshire. Cheryl lovingly (I think) refers to me as a vision in black nylon. We also support a reduced and ailing menagerie now only comprising two dogs. Home is just outside Matlock in a wonderful part of the country.
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Sorry I didn't get to meet up with John today as he passed through Saltburn hope he enjoys the coast at least the wind will be at his back (mostly) it can blow in 2 directions along this bit of coast depending on which way you are going
Good luck
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