COMPLETE!!

Firstly, Day 4 was a massive slog, the afternoon stretch was so tough, a lot of steep climbs and then steeps downhill sections too which takes it out of the legs! Luckily I had my Dad with to keep me company and keep me going!  I did 35 miles on day 4 and nearly 6000 feet of climbing so I was so tired when I finished and immediately dunked myself into a wonderful ice bath!

Today was my last day and what a day it was.  I made good time in the morning and the tracks were fairly clear and not too many steep sections and managed to visit Land's End and have some lunch.  I then went on to Porthcurno and the Minack Theatre.  The track was hard after here, my Dad joined me, he seemed to be getting the hardest sections of my days!

There was quite a lot of steep ascents and descents BUT we made it!!!! 155 miles and 5 days later I have completed my challenge!! I can't believe that I've actually done it!

I am completely drained and my legs are dead but I'm happy and will upload pictures and blog again soon!!

Thank you for all your support from start to finish, it's been overwhelming :)

Rob

Day 3

Just a quick post to say I landed safe and sound in Portreath and I'm stopping in a wonderful B&B and have been treated ever so kind! There is homemade chocolate cake in my room and I am being packed off with a sandwich in the morning for lunch!!


I'm not as tired as I have been but the running is taking a toll on my knees and legs, the ice baths have continued and I am hoping that they do some good!


Only two more days and my Dad is running the last legs of tomorrow and Friday with me which will give me something to aim for in the morning and then some company and fresh legs to spur me on in the afternoon.


Got to keep going.


Rob

Hey,

I'm sat in my room at Trevarrian Lodge just outside of Mawgan Porth.  They have WiFi!

I'm doing well, today was much better than yesterday and was a lot less feet to climb which was nice. I've been told that it gets easier (well more flat) from here.

Ice baths have been going well, the trick is to get in slowly, but not so slowly as to realise why in the world you are doing it and just not bother!

The people I have met down here have been so nice and helpful and have supported my cause and I'm very touched, I have been given donations along the way and even was given lunch on the house when I was in Boscastle, words cannot describe how touching it is.

And thank you to the texts and Facebook comments of support, it really is keeping me going and I am determined to finish.  I did have my doubts to whether I could pull it off after yesterday but that was an exceptionally tough day.

I will try and update again tomorrow, whether it be online or on my phone (which my phone and its lack of function and the Blogger app doesn't produce great posts!

Rob

Day two. Lunch

Hey. For those following my blog and wondering where I was as I didn't post last night. I'm fine. I just ate and crashed out. I am currently sat in a cafe in Padstow after getting the ferry across the river camel. My phone is rubbish and doesnt let me type numbers but I have done twelve point eight seven miles. Nearly half way now and just plug on and enjoy myself. Hopefully. Rob

Wow

Wow, what can I say?  I am travelling down to Cornwall tomorrow, my cousins Mark and Jules have kindly offered to take me and then the journey will begin!


The support I have received has been phenomenal.  The sheer volume of people donating and wishing me well has been astounding!


www.justgiving.com/Rob-Webb2


I am very confident about the run, I know it will be tough but confidence is a good start to defeating the trail!


Rob

Days 4 and 5

After leaving Portreath there are some steep ascents and descents but soon levels out  and runs easily along the cliffs and around the headlands to Gwithian.  There is no habitation around here but a few cafe's which I may have a stop at!


I will be able to choose to run over the dunes of The Towans or along the beach if the tide allows.  On towards Hayle, which apparently doesn't win any prizes for prettiness as the industrial past is still very evident!


The next biggest town is St Ives which can be traced back to St Ia, a 5th century Irish missionary and daughter of a chieftain.  The natural harbour was protected by The Island (or St Ives Head) and was developed in the 18th century.  After a long history as a fishing port, St Ives has become associated with arts, crafts and tourism.

St Ives - The Island

On towards my next stop at Pendeen and this next section is reportedly one of the most spectacular parts of the south west coast path so I will be in for a treat!  Hopefully the weather will favour me and I will be able to enjoy it as in harsher conditions this section has been described as 'an arduous treadmill'. Which means I won't be smiling much!

Ancient forts on the remoter parts of the coast will change to ruined tin mines towards the end of my day.

There is a large evidence of tin mining when I will reach Pendeen with old chimneys, engine houses and winding gear to be seen throughout the town.  The tin mine was working up until as late as 1990!

My final stretch will see me pass through Lands End and on to Penzance where I intend sitting down for a long time.  Despite some of the crowds at Lands End, the scenery should be excellent and among some of the best along the coast so even if I'm dead on my feet and not good to look at, people can look at the scenery instead!

The famous signpost at Lands End

The last time someone set a record for an end to end trip from Scotland was a runner who did it in 9 days 2 hours 26 minutes! Amazing, and maybe one day!

The final stretch of my journey takes me through Porthcurno along some relatively easy stretches of coastline which I'm sure my legs will be glad to hear about!

There are a few wooded areas to pass through which is unusual for the coastal path and might bring a nice change to the scenery and running conditions underfoot.

The roads beyond Mousehole towards are through Newlyn are apparently a slog so will have my work cut out for me!

I'm sure by this time the adrenaline of nearly completing this challenge will have kicked in and will be keeping me plodding along!

Then to Penzance and to rest!

Bobby

Last week

Last week 07/05 - 13/05
Monday - Run - 11.96 miles (1 hour 32 minute)
Tuesday - 90 minute squash game
Wednesday - Day off
Thursday - Gym - upper body weights session and swim
Friday - Run - 6 miles (38 minutes 33 seconds)
Saturday afternoon - Refereed U18's game
Saturday evening - 5 a side in the park
Sunday - 5 a side in the park


Total is still rising because of all the amazing support, not going to let anyone down!


http://www.justgiving.com/Rob-Webb2


Bobby

Day 3 - Mawgan Porth to Portreath

First stop, Newquay!!  I haven't been to Newquay since I was a rowdy fresher!  And I am now returning on a rather more mature note!

New quay was originally known as 'Towanblistra' and a 'new quay' was built in the 16th century and the town then prospered as a port.  A thriving fishing industry and cargo trade soon picked up and a railway was soon constructed into the harbour.

When trade started to decline, Newquay then turned to tourism to continue to thrive.  There are plenty of places I can stock up some supplies and if I feel like it, even go to the zoo!

Newquay Harbour

There are a couple of easily accessible headlands beyond Newquay which may be explored before having to cross the tidal inlet of The Gannel by ferry if the tide is in or by a footbridge if the water is low.

The Gannel

Not far away, over more headlands and sandy beaches is an Army Training Area, I doubt I'll be popping in for a quick session!

Passing Cotty's point and Perranporth I then head towards the once thriving mining area of St Agnes.  Most of the mines have now been capped but still could present some danger.  The section of cliff walking on Day 3 is quite arduous but there are a handful of small villages and sandy beaches where I can relax a bit before moving on.

Portreath is another little harbour which contains markedly contrasting solid stonework and modern buildings.

I wonder how my legs will be feeling now!?

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Bobby

2 weeks - argh!

Last week 30/04 - 06/0
Monday - Run - 8 miles (1 hour 1 minute)
Tuesday - Day off
Wednesday afternoon - Refereed College Semi Final
Wednesday evening - 90 minute squash game
Thursday - Gym - upper body weights session

Friday - Run - 14.86 miles (1 hour 58 minutes)
Saturday - Refereed U20's game
Sunday - Touch judged Super League


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Two more weeks to go, last vaguely intense running schedule this week and an easy week next week.  Everything is in place and I'm ready to do it.


I want to say thanks to everyone who has sponsored me and wished me well / said I'm crackers and I won't be letting anyone down!

Bobby

Leg 2 - Port Isaac to Mawgan Porth

Beyond Port Isaac is Port Quin and there are a number of small valleys to cross but are apparently not too difficult!  A small path along the rugged coast leads to Port Quin which was formerly a fishing harbour but is now just a simple huddle of buildings.

I will be passing Pentire Point on my way to cross the River Camel.  Pentire Point will give me great views over Padstow Bay and Padstow itself.  I will catch the ferry across this section, making sure that it is running or I will end up making a huge detour inland to Wadebridge.

Padstow Harbour

Past the river I will enter Polzeath for a few refreshments before heading onwards to Padstow.  Padstow is now mainly a tourist resort but still does have some fishing boats in its harbour.  It can be very busy but the narrow streets are full or charm and character and will well be worth exploring!

Leaving Padstow I then will head towards Porthcothan and Mawgan Porth where I will be spending my first night running.

This section is supposedly an easier section and takes in two significant handlands, Stepper Point and Trevose Head.  Trevone and Harlyn Bay are sandy beaches of note to stop for a while and take in the scenery.  The scattered little village of Porthcothan awaits. 

A few miles on from Porthcothan is Mawgan Porth, and rest.

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Bobby