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Posted by reasons on Jun 24, 2026 in UK | Comments Off on Alston to Greenhead

It was hot. Such a contrast from when I started this journey. Desperate measures. The Tyne Trail heads the same way as the Pennine Way to...

Posted by reasons on Jun 22, 2026 in UK, Walking | Comments Off on Dufton to Alston

Another miles, 32km, thankfully the last. I found it easier than Middleton to Dufton maybe as I had a rest day yesterday but I think more...

Posted by reasons on Jun 21, 2026 in UK, Walking | 1 comment

32k of a bit north but mainly easterly travel. A day of two halves. Initially a fairly gentle stroll along the Tees. The path to just...

Posted by reasons on Jun 19, 2026 in Blog | Comments Off on Tan Hill to Middleton in Teasdale

My longest day so far, 27.2k, 17m. I’m exhausted. Tomorrow is longer, so not that sure I’m looking forward to it. Though I am...

Posted by reasons on Jun 18, 2026 in Blog | Comments Off on Short Day to Tan Hill

A lovely morning in Keld. Before a stroll up the hill. A planned short day so I didn’t end up with three 20 miles in succession. I...