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, 20 May 2017

Bishopthorpe - Saturday 4th March 2017

Hi, so this is us on our first training hike.  We started at Bishopthorpe and did a five mile circular route.  It ended up being a little more urban than planned.  However, brought a friend along, the sun shone and no hills in sight. A great start except...


...Lesson number one.  Always bring a first aid kit.  Harry's back took a good beating by some stinging nettles!

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