Day 11- Now that I’ve crossed the river Thames

Gravesend – a colourful mosaic of many cultures

Caught the Tilbury-Gravesend Ferry. My final steps on the Essex land. Only a 10 minute ride, no duty free shop I am afraid. On stepping on to Kent ground the…

Day 11- Peter crosses the river Thames

Caught the Tilbury-Gravesend Ferry. My final steps on the Essex land. Only a 10 minute ride, no duty free shop I am afraid. On stepping on to Kent ground the…

Day 9 – Peter learns to play the church bells

After having delicious cream teas, the rector Ed Henson, guided us through the St Mary’s church in Bulpham. He also showed us how to play the Beethoven’s Ode to Joy…

Day 3 – Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca

My Marie walked some way with me until we got to the church at Gt. Horkesley where the wife served up some porridge which we ate and then a lovely…

Day 2 – The Essex Way

Leaving Stratford st Mary I connected with the Essex Way which will take me to Chipping Ongar. But thats many miles away. This part of the route is mainly quiet…

A private concert in the fields of Stratford St Mary

Cam Doc, evidently a very talented musician, was just walking through the fields in this warm evening. We were very lucky to witness the first performance of his new song. Thank…

Day 1- First Impressions

First impressions from the walk

Day 1 – I’m leaving home – bye bye…

Date: 19th July 2013 Route: Bramford to  Stratford St. Mary (Langham) Mileage Walked: 14 miles Total Mileage: 14 miles I have waited for 2 1/2 years for this day to…