Susan and I arrived in Drymen around 9am. Met up with The Bastardos at The Drymen Inn, dropped off our bags and we were off just before 10am. Gentle wee walk on pavement for a mile before we got into the real deal, beautiful countryside and wonderful weather.
We made our way up the top of Conic Hill. Very special moment as Johnny B explained to us that when he and Lanky did the WHW before they never made it up Conic Hill (Bobby Purves will explain) ...but he made it today. Some of his ashes were scattered at the top and a wee nip of Talisker was raised to his memory.
From Conic Hill we made our way down to Balhama. Short rest break here and we were back on our Way.
Hard shift in the afternoon. A very warm day and I met midges for the first time ever!
Arrived at Rowardenen around 6:30pm and our accommodation was an experience. Bunkhouses...but really it was a portacabin with two bunks made out of very rough 4 by 2s!
Great night in the bar, good music and fierce craic. Day 1 has been a belter.
Sounds brilliant John, and it looks like the good weather will continue.
ReplyDeleteI always think the bunkhouse thing is a great reminder that you don't really need any luxurious trimmings to enjoy yourself, especially if you're tired enough (or drunk enough).
Can't believe you've never met the midges before John - ye've never lived man. You've certainly got the weather for it - should be a great trip !!
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