Bicycle touring

  • Arriving on the North Coast

    The decision to camp on the lawn of the Achness Hotel was not the best one. Even before the sun went down, the midges came out in swarms, so much so that Jason decided to sleep in his van rather… Continue reading

    Arriving on the North Coast
  • Pitlochry to Braemar

    I spent a full day in Pitlochry. The Backpackers Hostel was very nice. I did my laundry and had time to visit the dam and to see the fish ladder. I also tasted my first scotch whisky ice cream. I… Continue reading

    Pitlochry to Braemar
  • Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip

    After visiting Wells on May 7th, I headed towards Cheddar. I was planning to camp in Mendips National Landscape after visiting Cheddar and Cheddar Gorge. It was great weather for cycling and camping. On the way to Cheddar, I stopped… Continue reading

    Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip
  • Wells

    I spent the evening of Monday May 6th in Wells at the Ancient Gatehouse & Rugatino Restaurant with Jim and Melissa, friends of ours who have recently moved to Somerset from Palm Springs. We explored the town, had a drink… Continue reading

    Wells
  • Hatherleigh to South Molton

    On Friday May 3rd, I left the George Hotel in Hatherleigh and set off for Exmoor. First I stopped at the post office to post some unnecessary items to Ann in Nottingham. I was feeling the weight on those hills!… Continue reading

    Hatherleigh to South Molton
  • Getting to Lands End

    On Sunday April 28th I took the train from Paddington Station to Penzance arriving at 5:15pm. I originally planned to camp at Mousehole (pronounced mowzel); however, because of the weather forecast, I changed my plans and stayed in a hotel.… Continue reading

    Getting to Lands End