Began the walk today at an earnest 6.45am, not before being reprimanded by the hotel keeper for making a mark on his posh carpet with my buggy. Straight out of Folkestone and up a long and steep (14%) hill, one of two I had to tackle, the other being going out of Dover. Effectively the urban areas of these coastal towns are at sea level, but the miles between them are along the tops of the famous White Cliffs. It was clear and dry today, albeit rather cold, with a strong wind pushing me along from the west as I walked eastwards. Not difficult to make out the cliffs of the French coast on the other side of the English Channel. This part of England is famous for being 1940 'Battle of Britain' country, when the 'few' fought in the skies and saved the country. I stopped off at the Battle of Britain museum just out-side Dover, and was greatly moved by the beautiful plaque there --hard to believe that so many of the fallen young Spitfire pilots were only 20 years of age....have to admit being moved to a few tears.
Today marked a minor achievement in terms of progress for the walk, in that after Dover the coast turns generally northwards, and will continue so for me, until I reach the Scottish border at Berwick upon Tweed.
Thanks Nigel for so hospitably inviting me, as I trudged past your door, into your home just outside Deal and offering that much appreciated cup of tea.
See todays pictures on Flickr "traveller6666"
33.1 Kms. walked today per pedometer: Cumulative kms covered: 291.7
9.5 hours of walking today including rest stops.
Type of accommodation: Channel View Hotel.
Cost of bed & breakfast: pounds. 40.00
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