Armed with a tent, a camping stove, my trusty trekking poles and a spare pair of underpants, I will valiantly fight my way south from John o'Groats, through the remote mountains and boglands of Scotland, along the Pennine spine of England and via a multitude of trails which, when stitched-together, ultimately lead to Land's End."

These were the words I used prior to my departure from John o’Groats on 15 July 2009. Three months and 1,200 miles later, on 9 October, I reached Land’s End. I had wild-camped in the wilderness, drawn water from streams, endured relentless rain, suffered from a shin-splint and been the recipient of the most incredible kindness and generosity from people I met.

I used my trek as a means to collect for two charities, CANCER RESEARCH UK and the BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION, and eventually reached my target of £10,000. Along the way I shared my experiences through my DIARY & PICS page.

I continue to maintain this website as a record of my trek, and also as a resource for others who might be considering similar adventures. Please feel free to CONTACT ME if I can be of further assistance.

Many thanks.