Summary

Welcome to the Cornish Family Coast to Coast Challenge – an 180 miles cross country walk that will take us from St Bees, Cumbria to Robin Hood's Bay, North Yorkshire. Mum, Dad, 5 kids (age 4 - 12 yrs old) and a grandad (72 and counting) will 'walk a mile in the shoes' of families who have been displaced through war, famine, fear or persecution. Over 16 days (come rain, shine or blisters), we will peak mountains, traverse valleys and hike through moor and woods. We’ll be raising money for refugee families who, unlike us, had no choice but to leave their homes – families just like ours and yours.

Our chosen charity, Refugee Action York (RAY), offer practical aid, emotional support and an open door to men, woman, children and families without discrimination. Hear their stories and follow our intrepid journey either online or by our side. In true British style, let us stand (or walk) together in welcoming our newest countrymen to England’s green and pleasant land.

Saturday 5 August 2017

DAY TWO - Whitehaven to Ennerdale Lake (10miles) Saturday 5 August 2017

And the sun gods have smiled down upon us again.  Jumping out of the car we dug into our backpacks for our jumpers as the wind howled around our goose-pimpled arms.  Then, by the end of the first lane the clouds parted and off we went.  Although there may have been one or two who were too busy gawping at the beautiful views to remember to remove their jackets.  300m up and a glimpse of things to come.  Glad we have already begun to make some friends.  This road is busy.  Shout out to our peeps along the way.


Top of Dent Hill looking toward the Lakes.  A better view than some are afforded.

'H says, “We arrived at the refugee camp in Greece with only the clothes we were wearing.” Whilst the refugees are provided shelter by the United High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and other major organisations, with the influx of people seeking refuge, organisations are overworked. Sometimes lacking an inventory of basic amenities, from beds to power supply…'

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  1. Unknown6 August 2017 at 13:49

    We passed you at Ennerdale and you gave us one of your leaflets - well done all of you! What a fabulous idea and all in such good spirits! Good luck on the rest of your journey!

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