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Welcome to the blog. Here are a few stories from my adventures around Brackley and from further afield.

Walking the Ridgeway
Walking the Ridgeway

This year in April 2024, I walked the ridgeway national trail with my brother and brother-in-law. I really enjoyed the experience, and saw all kinds of scenery, as well as all kinds of weather, throughout the week.

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Cotswold Way, Broadway to Winchcombe - with a steam train too
Cotswold Way, Broadway to Winchcombe - with a steam train too

We were looking at the National trails website and saw the Cotswold Way wasn’t too far away from Brackley. We decided to walk a section but wanted a way of parking at the end of the section and some way of getting to the start. After looking at our map, we discovered the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway (GWSR).

What I have learned about walking boots
What I have learned about walking boots

I have done a few long walks, but I would still call myself a novice when it comes to hiking. I’m still learning about different equipment and what works for me, but I want to share what I have learned so far about walking boots to try and help other beginners who are getting into walking and hiking.

Ridgeway day 7 - Wendover woods to Ivinghoe Beacon - 9 miles
Ridgeway day 7 - Wendover woods to Ivinghoe Beacon - 9 miles

Wow, we were almost there! One last day of walking to reach Ivinghoe Beacon and the sun had come out too!