Taken this morning as we left the outskirts of Richmond. The rain overnight made progress a little slower but the sunshine made up for it. Walking along the banks of the Swale was wonderful, I always find the sound of running water cheers me, especially when I don’t have to wade through it or jump over it as we did three days ago crossing the moors between Kirkby Stephen & Tan Hill.
Great start out from The Black Lion this morning. Breakfast done and walking by 7.20am. Which wa a good thing because of the 23 miles in front of us.
One of Richard’s toes bled today…
Making good progress. today. Opted for using a bridge rather than running across the A1.
So this is the sky that is chasing us today
Eye catching it may be, but this pharmacy knows how to market to weary travellers, even if they can only offer blister plasters, support bandages and other essentials.
Tuesday began well after a delightful stay in Reeth. A timeless place which seems to still be in the 20th century if it were not for the habits of 21st century drivers. Our short, – only 10 miles today, walk brought to high ground above Richmond. In the distance tomorrow’s challenge the marathon to the Hambleton Hills and our last National Park the North York Moors.
So how do you mark reaching the halfway point. Simple, call in to the next tea room and partake of an English tradition. The tea room in question is in Gunnerside and called Ghyllfoot, simply heaven on earth.
Coast to Coast walkers and the world in general may pass this point with a thought but for our expedition this is exactly halfway – 96 miles.
Taken Sunday morning as we set out from Tan Hill Inn. What a difference 14 hours makes. Our stay at Tan Hill can only be described as an experience, its not many pubs & resturants you find sheep and ducks at your feet. The journey was mainly downhill today apart from a few scrambles to avoid the path of the Swale from its source.
