Bude to Tresmorn I really liked Bude. It had a relaxed, beachy, artsy (but not toffee-nosed) vibe. I could have happily stayed there a few days to explore and to write and to enjoy the many groovy-looking coffee shops. But, alas, a day off was not to be. I had miles to cover, and a … Continue reading SWCP Day 11 – 20 April 2017

Hartland Quay to Bude Remember the 'contemplating man' from day 9? He and his father walked one year from Hartland Quay to Bude. He said they found it very challenging, and that it took a lot longer than expected. I wasn't surprised. The SWCP Association have slogged the stage with a 'severe' rating, and, having … Continue reading SWCP Day 10 – 19 April 2017

lovelly to Hartland Quay A massive sleep last night. I set the alarm for a 9 hour sleep, then rolled over and got another hour. Guess I needed it. The Finnish Trio became a duo, leaving one behind in Clovelly to rest and enjoy a cream tea while the other two charged ahead on a half day … Continue reading SWCP Day 9 – 18 April 2017

Westward Ho! to Clovelly I bonded with three Finnish ladies in the mudroom of the Culloden House B&B, while we all tightened our boots before setting off for the long walk to Clovelly. First out of the docks, I took a fancy to the tiny beach houses set inexplicably half-way up Kipling Tors - the headland … Continue reading SWCP Day 8 – 17 April 2017

Barnstaple to Westward Ho! How often can you start the day with a bubble bath? It screams DAY OFF! Don't you think? Having fallen into a double-decker sleep, I woke with stiff limbs and the kind of lassitude that deserves a good wallow in bed, or a deep, bubbly bath. Guess which one I chose? … Continue reading SWCP Day 7 – 16 April 2017