(written by Nancy) I survived the train, 16 hours in all. Wrist bands and Dramamine did the trick again. The sleeper car was ok, not too bad actually, only a bit bumpy. We had an overnight train to Inverness, followed by a 4 hour train ride from Inverness to Wick. The overnight train served complementary … Continue reading To the edge of nowhere – London to John O’ Groats (26/19,413k, 205m)
England
Someday, August 2012 – On a train, I think…
(written by Dave) We are on an overnight sleeper train from London to Scotland. We’ve never done this before, how exciting. Nancy hates long car rides and ferries – I’m not sure how I talked her into this train thing. We’ve only just left the platform and the train is bouncing every which way – … Continue reading Someday, August 2012 – On a train, I think…
London times
(written by Nancy) Well, it’s been an exciting couple of days in London! We are enjoying all the comforts of home at Leigh’s place in London – a comfy bed, great food and great company make for a lovely visit. And, despite all of the stories of gloomy London weather the sun has been shining … Continue reading London times
Olympic fever to London – Maldon to London (34/19,342ks – 240m)
(written by Dave) Camping in Maldon was quiet. Almost too quiet. Kind of a weird area. There were at least 4 caravan parks but ours was empty except for a couple other folks. We had rain overnight but by the time we got up, the tent was virtually dry, thanks to a nice breeze that … Continue reading Olympic fever to London – Maldon to London (34/19,342ks – 240m)
Through the English countryside – Bradfield to Maldon (45/19,308ks – 225m)
(written by Nancy) Our first night in England went off without a hitch – the afternoon rain we had was over by the time we finished dinner and headed back to the tent. There were quite a few tents and caravans in the pub camping ground but all was quiet once it got dark. I … Continue reading Through the English countryside – Bradfield to Maldon (45/19,308ks – 225m)
We’ve made it to England! (17/19,263ks, 73m)
(Written by Dave) We’ve made it to jolly old England – or rather, the UK – our 23rd country. We will ride our bike here more than the last few countries! Nancy (and I) both survived the ferry. It was a little bumpy but with all her ferry tricks, Nancy managed to sleep for 12 … Continue reading We’ve made it to England! (17/19,263ks, 73m)
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