Update & 17km Walk...

New 'stuff' for the walk!

Just thought I'd put up a post to let you all know I haven't given up!
Since the last post considerable progress has been made!, I have been to get some equipment for the walk, including a rucksack, three in one coat, walking shoes and some 1000 mile socks which are supposed to prevent blisters.

In terms of walking prep. I haven't been able to all that much which is both worrying and irritating. I have been at University since Christmas and my plan was to return at Easter and re-try the 28k walk that I have done before but this time with my bag. However, just before the holidays I fell ill with an infection which left me unable to walk or even stand - not ideal considering I'm planning to walk 500 miles in just 2 months! I have just about recovered now after 3-4 weeks of being ill and today went on a 'canal walk'.

This took us along the canal to Marple and then we visited the Roman Lakes which was lovely. It also included a free tour of an on-going excavation of a mill, house and gardens which date from the turn of the industrial revolution. The walk was 11 miles (17km) long and majority of it was flat with a few ascents and descents as we walked through the valley.

The other day, Jess and I booked our first nights stay! We have booked in with Gite Ultreia which looks comfortable and perfectly situated in the center of the town near to the Pilgrim office which is where we will be officially starting our walk from. The hostel or 'Auberge' looks very comfortable - perfect to get a good nights rest after our flights and train ride! Its pricier than some hostels we looked at online at the price of €15, as most are apparently between €3 - €7.

Hopefully I will be able to fit some more practice in before we fly on the 8th June!!