21/08/2026
Our last day walking the English Coast to Coast route started in Littlebeck woods, in the first substantial rain we have had the whole trip. It was fine though, as we know the land is in serious need of it.
After that, you go on to the moorland again, where we were met by quite a sombre sight - Last year's awful wild fire damage. If ever you need a reminder of the consequences of carelessness, it was here, right in front of our eyes. Quite sad indeed.
After a hearty lunch at the Hare and Hounds in Hawsker, we finished our trip along the dramatic coastal cliffs, where more evidence of the path improvements since the trail became 'official' is abundant. New bridges, a new trace to lessen the erosion etc.
Finally, we got to Robin Hood's bay, dipped our toes in the North Sea, and of course celebrated with a pint in the Bay Inn.
A great couple of weeks in good company, thanks to all.
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