Longburton to Portesham

14.05.2008

The Big Day.

Tim does not intend walking this far in one day again, 25 miles with pack and around 3,000 ft of up and down is a bridge too far, so we were glad to be rescued by Betsy with cold Cokes at about 17:15. Tony on his third day out decided enough was enough and graciously accepted a lift (what is this? a pilgrimage! I’m supposed to suffer?). Tim however, albeit minus pack, completed the last 5 miles to Portisham just as the rain started. But the tents were already up.
The day began in the B&B Longburton and his shin was very happy for most of the morning and afternoon. We wandered over fields and the tops of the downs via green lanes and bridle ways. Including a long ascent through Melbury Park now owned by Ilchester Estates who seem to be most concerned about the deer living in the park. Very nice gates with a fox in wrought iron as well as more interesting stiles. See that post later.

Tomorrow the coast path to Weymouth to meet with our sailor persons. and to work our passage across La Manche.

Link to where we are on Google Maps