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.
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.
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.
During a walk along the path of the Augustine Camino from Thurnham to Faversham on 17/04/2022 I comment upon the situation in Russia, Elon Musk’s interest in buying Twitter whilst enjoying the Kentish countryside.
Exploring Romney Marsh Nature Reserve with my son Edison on 16/01/2022, I talk about the overwhelmment of the NHS and how ‘normal’ life is different to two years ago; meanwhile Edison enjoys the simplicity of the natural setting.
During a walk to the top of Summerhouse Hill in Etchinghill, near Folkestone, Kent on 09/11/2021 I discuss the impact of Covid-19; the many ways normality has resumed but express my long-term concerns. Amid new vaccine regulations in France and Italy I also reflect on the personal challenges ahead.
During a walk along the Shingle Trail in Greatstone, Romney Marsh, Kent on 14/08/2021 I enjoy the solitude and beauty of being in nature. I also reflect on the aftermath of the pandemic following a recent announcement made on the United Kingdom’s freedom day. I finish the walk on the beach before reuniting with my young son Edison.
Following a trip to the park with my son Edison on 03/05/21, I walk and talk about the vaccine rollout reaching 65% of the population of the United Kingdom (UK). After discovering some farm buildings I update on the latest lifting of restrictions for public events ahead of the forthcoming June 21st date, set by the UK to be the end of lockdown.
During a woodland stroll through Hamstreet nature reserve in Kent on 28/03/2021, I update on the lockdown and easing of Covid-19 restrictions in the United Kingdom and find a camp with my three year old son Edison.
During a walk with my son Edison on 06/03/2021 I update on the latest easing of social restrictions, the reaction to the Brazilian variant and the forthcoming reopening of schools; Edison enjoys the acoustics of a tunnel and playing with his toy drill.
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