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Friday, July 18th, 2008Journey’s End
Originally uploaded by Lincoln Imp
And then it was all over. 192 miles in 12 days and despite all that nature put in our way, which included Fylingdales moor and the in destinct path which we never found (even when the gps said we had!) we made it. The photo was taken on the [...]
Almost there
Saturday, June 28th, 2008Almost there
Originally uploaded by Clive_lincs
Had a cream tea and we are just waiting for the families to arrive so we can dip out feet in the. But of course the tide is out.
Last day
Saturday, June 28th, 2008Last day
Originally uploaded by Clive_lincs
So we set and stopped. Could not pass the Signal Tea Rooms at Grosmont station.
Weather perfect for our final fifteen miles.
Time to reflect
Friday, June 27th, 2008Time to reflect
Originally uploaded by Lincoln Imp
This is the first day I’ve really thought about the end of our/my journey. In fact I’ve been in quite a reflective mood. The trip was always going to be a challenge as I’d never walked more that 10 miles before Clive suggested doing the Coast to Coast. Our [...]
Day 10
Friday, June 27th, 2008Day 10
Originally uploaded by Lincoln Imp
Having seen the forecast, which said ‘Heavy Rain’ and chance of Thunderstorms!, we consulted the map to see if we could get to Chop Gate any early by taking a short cut. So taking a right we headed towards Scugdale Hall and the over Wath towards Risedale and finally Chop [...]
What a morning!
Friday, June 27th, 2008What a morning!
Originally uploaded by Lincoln Imp
Taken looking down towards Chop Gate, Bilsdale. A beautiful morning, and while cloudier later it was great leaving this morning. Jusr 19 miles to take us to within 15 miles of the finish. So that’s about 175 miles done.
Coming into Risedale
Friday, June 27th, 2008Coming into Risedale
Originally uploaded by Lincoln Imp
The walk into Risedale was easier due to the break between the showers. Tomorrow’s forecast is equally grim and no hope for short cuts. Still only 35 miles to go.
We can see…
Friday, June 27th, 2008We can see…
Originally uploaded by Clive_lincs
…The sea
We can see…
Friday, June 27th, 2008We can see…
Originally uploaded by Clive_lincs
…The sea
Journeys end for today
Wednesday, June 25th, 2008Journeys end for today
Originally uploaded by Lincoln Imp
The water tower at Ingelby Arncliffe just 3/4 of a mile from the Blue Bell at Ingelby cross. Only rained on once today which was a nice change & it only took 9hrs to get here. Sore and aching feet revived in the shower ready for tomorrow.
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