Having walked some 4,000 coastal miles across England, Scotland and Wales, I remain intrigued by the islands. The Scilly Isles offer 33 miles of walking,

The Channel Island Way – the coastlines of Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Herm Read Post »

GENERAL WALKING

Durability, cost, weight – pick any two. A review of walking and backpacking gear after 6,000 miles on the UK National Trails.

January 1, 2026

My gear is wearing out, not everything, but it seems it is time to review what works and what has stayed with me for over

Durability, cost, weight – pick any two. A review of walking and backpacking gear after 6,000 miles on the UK National Trails. Read Post »

BOOKS COAST GENERAL WALKING

PODCASTS – The Coast is Our Compass and Tales from the Big Trails

February 8, 2025

I have been a guest on a number of podcasts and events, and have a few more events and chats scheduled for 2026. These can

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COAST CYCLING EUROPE GENERAL

North Sea Cycle Route Ferries – a list.

November 11, 2017

Catching a ferry is one of the pleasures of cycling the North Sea Cycle Route. I counted 26 in total but I probably missed a

North Sea Cycle Route Ferries – a list. Read Post »