ManTheVan
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(Jim I hope this is OK)
Some funsters will already be aware, but for those who may not, Chris Lewis, an ex 2 Para veteran, has walked the entire coastline of the UK over the last 6 years in aid of SSAFA, the forces charity.
Together with his partner Kate, their toddler son Magnus and rescue dog Jet, they are completing this incredible feat today, where it all started 6 years ago, at Llangennith beach on the Gower.
Chris, Kate, Magnus and Jet have been the subject of quite a few documentaries and features on the way round, and are full-timers, based in their camper van, so I thought their story should be very relevant to MHF. They’ve made the news headlines on TV for the last few nights on various channels too. Chris has written a book called “Finding Hildasay” about the first part of the walk, which some of you might have seen.
We‘ve been lucky to have met them and they are the most delightful and inspiring people; just being in their presence is an uplifting experience. We will be at the finishing line at Hillend Campsite this afternoon, 1230, to welcome them back in. If you’re in the area do come along.
More importantly, if you feel inclined and able to donate, Chris’ justgiving page is:
You can follow their stories on FB here:
#chriswalkstheuk #Jetwalkstheuk
#SSAFA #chrisandjetwalktheuk
#katewalksthecoast #nevergiveup
Some funsters will already be aware, but for those who may not, Chris Lewis, an ex 2 Para veteran, has walked the entire coastline of the UK over the last 6 years in aid of SSAFA, the forces charity.
Together with his partner Kate, their toddler son Magnus and rescue dog Jet, they are completing this incredible feat today, where it all started 6 years ago, at Llangennith beach on the Gower.
Chris, Kate, Magnus and Jet have been the subject of quite a few documentaries and features on the way round, and are full-timers, based in their camper van, so I thought their story should be very relevant to MHF. They’ve made the news headlines on TV for the last few nights on various channels too. Chris has written a book called “Finding Hildasay” about the first part of the walk, which some of you might have seen.
We‘ve been lucky to have met them and they are the most delightful and inspiring people; just being in their presence is an uplifting experience. We will be at the finishing line at Hillend Campsite this afternoon, 1230, to welcome them back in. If you’re in the area do come along.
More importantly, if you feel inclined and able to donate, Chris’ justgiving page is:
You can follow their stories on FB here:
#chriswalkstheuk #Jetwalkstheuk
#SSAFA #chrisandjetwalktheuk
#katewalksthecoast #nevergiveup
