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The North Downs Way Pilgrimage – Cuxton to Boughton Lees

January 18, 2026 / / 0 Comments

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.

North Downs Way Pilgrimage: Otford to Cuxton

September 20, 2025 / / 0 Comments

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.

The Royal Saxon Way – Lyminge to Breach

November 20, 2022 / / 0 Comments

Setting off from Lyminge along the Royal Saxon Way on 02/11/22 I walk through the tranquil, livestock fields of the Elham Valley. As I progress, I update on the new British Prime Minister and the gloomy circumstances of a hybrid war with Russia; before mulling over the future options to continue my pilgrimage.

The Royal Saxon Way – Folkestone to Lyminge

October 6, 2022 / / 0 Comments

Walking from Folkestone on 30/09/22 I embark on a new pilgrimage route, the ‘Royal Saxon Way’ with a final destination of Minster, near Ramsgate, Kent.

Taking in the peaceful promenade to the panoramic view of Tolsford Hill onto the day’s end point of Lyminge, I update my feelings about the Queen’s passing, the fall in value of the British pound and the concerning gas leak of Nordstream 2.

NB: At 02:52 I mention the route originates from the ‘Creative Pilgrims’ group, unfortunately I confused this with the nascent Way of Saint Martin; instead this route originates from a collaboration between Kent County Council and Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Beauty. My sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused.

The Tolsford Trek

September 5, 2022 / / 0 Comments

Taking a hike along the walking route known as the ‘Tolsford Trek’ on 27/08/22 I commentate throughout the different stages of my journey. Whilst enjoying the panaroma overlooking the English Channel, passing through thick woodland, climbing tall hills and meandering down a calm track I reflect on the worrying onset of increasing energy prices whilst taking in the spectacular scenery and serenity of nature.

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