Land's End to John O'Groats 2019 - The Gritstone Trail video

LEJOG Days 12 & 13 (33 & 34) - Wincle to Hadfield - May 7th & 8th 2019

After a day with my friend Nigel, I was back to walking solo as I headed for Tegg´s Nose on the Gritstone Trail. The weather was again cold and grey but as the route skirted the western edge of the Peak District, the scenery became progressively more spectacular. Having lost the route of the Gritstone Trail towards the end of the previous day, I navigated my way back onto the route and picked up the markers again shortly before the climb onto Tegg´s Nose. This steep climb on to the summit afforded fantastic views of the surrounding countryside and I spent some time exploring the remains of the millstone grit quarry. The day became a series of climbs and descents to the village of Disley, where I was picked up by Nigel. 

Shutlingsloe

LEJOG Day 11 (32) - The Gritstone Trail - Mow Cop to Wincle - May 6th 2019

Today was the start of the Gritstone Trail and it proved to be a far more scenic and interesting walk than the previous two trails. I was joined today by a friend who is providing me with accommodation for a few nights in Macclesfield. The views today were at times outstanding and from the summit of 'The Cloud' we had great 360 degree views that included Jodrell Bank and Kinder Scout. Towards the end of the day, we lost the Gritstone Trail signs and head for the village of Wincle, where we enjoyed a beer before being picked up by my friends wife.The weather wasn't the greatest as it was quite cold with occasional showers but this didn't detract from a really enjoyable walk. Tomorrow, I will be following the remainder of the Gritstone Trail alone as I head towards the Pennine Way.

Me on the summit of The Cloud