Well we're back from another long weekend of walking, and again it was great. Although it hasn't got any less tiring! The weather was quite hot, being 27 degrees celcius on both days. We have completed another 21 miles, which brings the total to 38.
On Friday evening, we started where we stopped last weekend, at the carpark at the base of Penyclodiau. From there we crossed over Moel Arthur, Moel Llys-Y-Coed and Moel Dywyll and ultimately Moel Fammau on Saturday.
On Friday, after a long day of school, Daisy's favourite part of the journey was when we got to the accomodation. We stayed at The Griffin, a traditional inn located in Llanbedr-Dyffryn-Clwyd, whose food, service and accomodation were all excellent.
Daisy and Amber's favourite part of the weekend was climbing up Jubilee Tower, even though the visibility wasn't the greatest, we were still able to see Liverpool.
Saturday night was spent in Llangollen where we stayed at Bryn Meirion. A tranquil B&B which overlooks the steam railway and Llangollen Canal. Many thanks to the kind host and hostess.
Sunday brought another bout of hot weather. Fortunately for a good few miles we were hidden in the shade of the Llandegla forest, but then it was out into the open again, as we made our way to World's End and onto traversing the Eglwyseg Crags.
We're all looking forward to starting the walk properly on Sunday, having done some miles already has made the excitement even greater.
On the path we met lots of people who were very generous and kind. Thanks to all those who stopped for a chat and thanks to all who have donated. Scope will benefit a great deal from all the support we have gotten so far, and we really appreciate it.
Monday, 24 May 2010
Monday, 17 May 2010
The Walk has Begun - 17 Miles Done!
Well, we are back from the weekend walk, and it was fantastic!
Saturday morning, we set off from Southport at 6:30am for Prestatyn.
The Path officially starts at the beach, where both Daisy and Amber picked up a pebble each to keep for the journey until we reach the end where they'll throw it over the Sedbury Cliffs.
We walked to the high street where we tucked into a hearty english breakfast at Rumours Cafe. Many thanks for the patrons, who donated generously to Scope on behalf of Daisy.
Afterwards, it was a steep walk for a while, with beautiful views looking back over Prestatyn and the wind turbines at sea.
We stopped for lunch in Rhuallt at the Smithy Arms, special thanks to the patrons of the who contributed to Scope.
After lunch, we walked from Rhuallt to Sodom, a tiny outpost just outside of Bodfari. We spent the night at Fron Haul B&B, which was absolutely lovely. Thanks to the host who also donated part of the tariff to Scope!
All up, we covered 13 miles on Saturday.
Sunday morning we got off to a late start due to a problem with the transportation arrangements, but we were determined to get as much done as we could. We bumped into the Mountain Rescue team who were on a training operation. They gave generously to Scope and were happy to pose for a photo. Many thanks!
Climbing over the Clwydian Range was hard work, but we ran out of time to complete the section to Clwyd Gate, so we stopped just after Penycloddiau, which is the northernmost marilyn in the Clwydian Range.
We're all looking forward to next weekend, and we'll be busy fundraising this week!
Here's the photo slideshow:
Saturday morning, we set off from Southport at 6:30am for Prestatyn.
The Path officially starts at the beach, where both Daisy and Amber picked up a pebble each to keep for the journey until we reach the end where they'll throw it over the Sedbury Cliffs.
We walked to the high street where we tucked into a hearty english breakfast at Rumours Cafe. Many thanks for the patrons, who donated generously to Scope on behalf of Daisy.
Afterwards, it was a steep walk for a while, with beautiful views looking back over Prestatyn and the wind turbines at sea.
We stopped for lunch in Rhuallt at the Smithy Arms, special thanks to the patrons of the who contributed to Scope.
After lunch, we walked from Rhuallt to Sodom, a tiny outpost just outside of Bodfari. We spent the night at Fron Haul B&B, which was absolutely lovely. Thanks to the host who also donated part of the tariff to Scope!
All up, we covered 13 miles on Saturday.
Sunday morning we got off to a late start due to a problem with the transportation arrangements, but we were determined to get as much done as we could. We bumped into the Mountain Rescue team who were on a training operation. They gave generously to Scope and were happy to pose for a photo. Many thanks!
Climbing over the Clwydian Range was hard work, but we ran out of time to complete the section to Clwyd Gate, so we stopped just after Penycloddiau, which is the northernmost marilyn in the Clwydian Range.
We're all looking forward to next weekend, and we'll be busy fundraising this week!
Here's the photo slideshow:
Friday, 14 May 2010
Timeline of our Walk - Itinerary 1
Originally we had intended to complete the walk over 9 days from the 29th of May until the 6th of June. However, this would have meant that we would need to average at just over 19 miles every day.
Even though we are all ambitious and wanted to complete the path all in one go, it doesn't seem possible for the family to do it in such a short time, so we have changed the itinerary a little.
Now, in the weeks leading up to half-term break, we are going to spend the weekends completing sections of the walk starting in Prestatyn so that when half-term comes around, we'll already have quite a few miles under our belts.
This weekend's plan is:
Saturday - Prestatyn to Bodfari (13 miles)
Sunday - Bodfari to Clwyd Gate (11 miles)
Even though we are all ambitious and wanted to complete the path all in one go, it doesn't seem possible for the family to do it in such a short time, so we have changed the itinerary a little.
Now, in the weeks leading up to half-term break, we are going to spend the weekends completing sections of the walk starting in Prestatyn so that when half-term comes around, we'll already have quite a few miles under our belts.
This weekend's plan is:
Saturday - Prestatyn to Bodfari (13 miles)
Sunday - Bodfari to Clwyd Gate (11 miles)
Thursday, 13 May 2010
The Offa's Dyke Path
The Offa's Dyke Path is a national trail which traverses the length of Wales, roughly along the English-Welsh border. It was officially opened in 1971, and it's the forth of 15 national trails that have been formed in England and Wales.
Map courtesy of Contours Walking Holidays www.contours.co.uk
In parts it follows the length of 1200-year old earthwork which the name of the trail comes from. Offa was the king of Mercia from 757AD-796AD, in an area today known as the English Midlands. It is believed that the dyke was built to protect Mercia's border with Powys, and the workforce required has been estimated at 5000 men.
The trail itself is diverse in nature. It travels through the Clwydian Hills, along canals and besides the Severn and Wye rivers, over the Shropshire Hills and the Black Mountains.
It is 177 miles (285km) of amazing walking, with picturesque and varied terrain.
Map courtesy of Contours Walking Holidays www.contours.co.uk
In parts it follows the length of 1200-year old earthwork which the name of the trail comes from. Offa was the king of Mercia from 757AD-796AD, in an area today known as the English Midlands. It is believed that the dyke was built to protect Mercia's border with Powys, and the workforce required has been estimated at 5000 men.
The trail itself is diverse in nature. It travels through the Clwydian Hills, along canals and besides the Severn and Wye rivers, over the Shropshire Hills and the Black Mountains.
It is 177 miles (285km) of amazing walking, with picturesque and varied terrain.
Tuesday, 27 April 2010
Training
You may be wondering how one prepares for such a long journey. Daisy has been doing a lot of training leading up to the hike, and walking every day is a major part of it. Either before school or afterschool, the family goes for a 3-5 mile walk around various parts of Southport and on weekends we do a 5-10 mile walk at this early stage.
Here is a photo of Daisy and her sister Amber today walking locally.
Here is a photo of Daisy and her sister Amber today walking locally.
Friday, 23 April 2010
JustGiving site is now live.
JustGiving is a website which provides a quick, safe and secure way to donate to Scope and support our efforts.
Please give generously, and every little bit helps!
Please give generously, and every little bit helps!
Featured - Local Newspaper - Southport Visiter
Daisy has been featured in the local newspaper, the Southport Visiter.
You can read the article Here.
You can read the article Here.
Wednesday, 21 April 2010
Introduction
Daisy is a 9 year old girl who was born with Pseudobulbar Palsy, a form of Cerebral Palsy. The intention of this blog is to chronicle the events leading up to, during and after, her endeavour to walk the Offa's Dyke path. This is a 177 mile walk from Prestatyn in North Wales to the Severn Estuary, a journey along the English-Welsh border.
Daisy wants to do this because it is a big challenge, as when she was born, the doctors said that she would never be able to walk. However, now she is doing extremely well. Together with the support of her extended family, she will be completing the trail over the May half-term break, and hoping to raise a target of £5000 for Scope. Scope is a charity which supports people with Cerebral Palsy and helped Daisy in the early stages of her life.
Daisy wants to do this because it is a big challenge, as when she was born, the doctors said that she would never be able to walk. However, now she is doing extremely well. Together with the support of her extended family, she will be completing the trail over the May half-term break, and hoping to raise a target of £5000 for Scope. Scope is a charity which supports people with Cerebral Palsy and helped Daisy in the early stages of her life.
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