Now until the End
Rejoining the North Downs Way at Boughton Lees on 27/01/2026, I set off towards Canterbury enjoying the quiet peace of Kings Wood, the artistic rest point of the Coppice Oratory and wide views across the Stour Valley from Godmersham Park.
After pausing my journey due to darkness, I return to the trail near Chartham Hatch on 09/02/2026, arriving at the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral, another memorable highlight on this enjoyable pilgrimage route.
Setting off from Cuxton on 29/12/2025 along the North Downs Way, I share reflections and highlights from the pilgrimage route towards Detling.
Returning to the trail on 08/01/2026, I walk beneath shifting clouds, taking in Thurnham Castle and reflecting in the rain on the Detling–Lenham section.
The journey continues on 16/01/2026, with highlights from Lenham to Wye: the quiet calm of Eastwell Park, the evocative remains of St Mary’s Church, and a moment of personal delight as the route edges close to my home town. The video concludes at a significant junction where the North Downs Way divides—one path leading to Canterbury, the other to Dover—an ideal place to pause before beginning the next stage.
Heading off from Oxted, Surrey on 11/08/2025 along the North Downs Way I express my expectations and goals for my latest expedition. Passing the Coccolith artwork, I share a beautiful panoramic view, sight Chevening House and a herd of wild deer, before settling down for the night on the outskirts of Otford.
The following day, I reflect on my wild camping experience, the importance of pausing and enjoy the journey mindfully rather than just rushing to chalk off the miles and reach the destination. As I ramble on, I contrite about a recent incident with my son.
Sharing more images from the trail and a panaromic vista from Trottiscliffe, I provide commentary from the neolithic site – Coldrum Long Barrow, before arriving at a quiet spot outside Cuxton to sleep at dusk. As I leave in the mist the next morning, I reflect and look forward to the next stage of this enjoyable pilgrimage.
Using John Merrill’s book as a guide and inspiration for my walk, this video shows my reflections of my pilgrimage walk from Rochester to Aylesford on 17/07/25.
Starting from Rochester Castle where I set my intentions for the walk, I share clips and photos along the way before a final reflection at The Friars, Aylesford and it’s inpressive outside Chapel; used by the Order of Carmelites since the 13th century.
Leaving Farnham on 25/06/2025 I start the long distance walking trail the ‘North Downs Way’.
Heading through countryside and woodland I reflect on pilgrimage and my reasons for the trek, taking in the sites along the way. As well as updating on my wild camping escapades I marvel at the views from St Martha’s Church, refresh in the River Mole at Dorking and delight at the Millennium Stones in Gatton Park.
The video concludes with my arrival at Oxted on 27/06/2025 where I reflect on my pilgrimage experience so far.
Hi everyone,
Just a quick update to inform that I know I have been very inattentive over the last few years with regard to posting updates!
I recently returned from a few days hiking the first stages of the North Downs Way so will post a video about this shortly!
I’ll also see if there are any other videos I can upload to fill in the gaps over the last two years…
Thank you for your support.
Setting off on a new pilgrimage route, the St. Martins Way (Dover to Canterbury) on 24/04/2023, I leave the harbour & walk along the River Dour reflecting on the events of recent months and the concept of pilgrimage. Walking through fields surrounded by sheep I enjoy the joys of Spring before arriving in Shepherdswell where the trail converges with the Via Francigena.
Taking a countryside walk surrounded by snow near Ashford, in Kent, on 13/12/2022 I reflect on the differences this year following the previous two Christmases impacted by Covid-19, and how in many ways, because of the ongoing uncertainty with Russia/Ukraine, nothing has changed.
Leaving Littlebourne on 11/11/2022 following the Royal Saxon Way I appreciate the open space around me and the peacefulness of the Little Stour river. I conclude my pilgrimage with an abrupt arrival in Minster making it for the bus in the nick of time.
In this short video, whilst enjoying a peaceful walk along the Royal Saxon Way on 10/11/22 from Bridge to Littlebourne, I speculate about Vladimir Putin’s fear of assassination and draw attention to the importance of family, nature & meditation.
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