Walking the UK, ticking off CAMRA Good Beer Guide Pubs and hunting for Geocaches.
Monday 13 May 2024
13/05/24 - Pagham Harbour, West Sussex
Sunday 12 May 2024
12/05/24 - The Pubs of Wittering, West Sussex
Missing Out on Rock and Roll Folklore
Sailing on the Chichester Estuary |
Saturday afternoon - a live band and all too much. Especially, when the drinks were served in plastic glasses. We legged it to the rather unique Pond Barn in Bracklesham Bay. I try and draw the line at plastic pints.
Walk Details
Saturday 11 May 2024
11/05/25 - The Ship Inn, West Itchenor
Millionaires Row
Meet the Ramblers |
Walk Details
Wednesday 8 May 2024
06/05/24 - Chiltern Chain Summary
Distance walked on Circular Walks - 254.5
Geocaches Found - 191
Stages Completed In - 20
Start - Dunstable Downs - 26/08/18
Finish - Goring - 06/05/24
I stumbled on the Chiltern Chain Walk through Google. Its not an official Long Distance Path but has been meticulously put together and documented by someone called Pete. He created a route that covers the length of the Chilterns AONB through 20 Circular Walks that are ever so slightly interconnected, so a chain is formed. He writes;
I don’t really expect anybody else to walk the Chiltern Chain Walk, and I don’t intend to do much to publicise it. It was simply a challenge for my own purposes, to plan, design and create a long-distance path and then walk it. However, I have documented the route, by writing reasonably detailed route descriptions for each of the 20 walks. I would hope that maybe one or two people might find some of the walks of sufficient interest that they would do them themselves – indeed, I think that some of the walks are so good that it would be a shame if nobody else ever tried them.
Sounds like he handn't budgeted on people like me having time on my hands. So thanks Pete - appreciate your diligence in putting this together.Monday 6 May 2024
06/05/24 - Chiltern Chain Walk - Stage 20 - Goring
The End of this Particular Road
Walk Information
Sunday 5 May 2024
05/05/24 - Advanced Carvery Technique at The Lenchford Inn, Shrawley
Bluebells - The Rambler's Greatest Recruiter
Agricultural Worcestershire in gaps through the woods |
- Arrive Early: If possible, arrive early when the carvery is freshly stocked with a variety of options. This ensures you have the widest selection to choose from before popular items run out.
- Survey the Selection: Before diving in, take a quick walk around the carvery station to assess all the available options. This allows you to plan your plate strategically and prioritize your favorite items.
- Choose Wisely: Select items that are more substantial and take up space on your plate. Opt for cuts of meat, such as roast beef or turkey, that offer generous portions. Consider pairing these with hearty sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or Yorkshire pudding.
- Layer Strategically: When loading your plate, start with larger items like meats and main dishes as a base layer. Then, strategically fill in the gaps with smaller items like salads or lighter sides. This helps create a visually appealing plate while maximizing the amount of food you can fit.
- Don't Overdo It: While the goal is to get the most food on your plate, be mindful not to overload it to the point where items start spilling over the edges. Aim for a balanced plate that's satisfying but still manageable to carry.
- Use Utensils Wisely: Use utensils provided to scoop and stack items neatly on your plate. This allows you to fit more food in an organized manner while minimizing mess.
- Be Polite and Patient: Remember to be considerate of others waiting in line behind you. Take only what you can eat and avoid wasting food.
Walk Details
Saturday 4 May 2024
04/05/24 - Colliers Arms Cafe for the Best Breakfast in the Wyre Forest?
Farm Shops - Treasure Troves of Earthly Delights
From the name, you can guess this is a dead pub. Research results are limited. A restaurant review in the Express and Star from 2009 when calves liver was a starter and puddings were less than £4. Oddly, WhatPub still lists it, as interesting bottle conditioned and international beers can be purchased from the Farm Shop.
First time in a Farm Shop. Struck @deserterblog gold 🤣 pic.twitter.com/tTgifAkd0g
— Mappiman (@Mappiman1) May 4, 2024