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Day 12 South Zeal to Crediton

 

A long one for Garry today! 15.8 miles from South Zeal to Crediton.

I dropped Garry and Alfie off in South Zeal and headed to a cafe with wifi so I could attend the NPQ SEN conference (Hi Liv!) Whilst I was in the cafe, Garry and Alfie walked to Spreyton. On the way, he spotted a monument at South Tawton.

 I met them there after they'd walked 5.5 miles and I gave Alfie a rest in the car as we drove onto Castle Drogo. At Castle Drogo, we met an 'Alfie looky-likey'!


Once Garry left Spreyton, he passed through Hittisleigh ford and the village of Yeoford. Garry even advised a lost taxi driver in Yeoford using the Ordance Survey app!


Me and Alfie drove to meet Garry in Crediton at the end of today's walk.

We're now staying between Crediton and Tiverton for a few days. We have various friends and family walking with us this weekend so watch this space!

By the way, 'fat slab' went Into the bin. We think it was meant for birds! 😥


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  1. Welshpool&Sueoogle16 May 2025 at 10:25

    Hi you two....Sue and I just wanted to pass on our best wishes.....good luck on your walk....Great effort....take care cheers Welshy..x

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    1. Marie and Garry16 May 2025 at 13:01

      Thanks Welshy and Sue. So far so good. Thank you for your donation. We do appreciate it x

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