My activity tracking
122
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My target 120 miles
Why I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK
I’m taking part in Walkies for Parkinson's to help fund specialist Parkinson’s care to make sure no one faces Parkinson’s alone.
Thousands of us are uniting to help people with Parkinson’s, and those who love and care for them, get access to the support they need.
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Day 31
Saturday 31st Oct So we’ve finally completed our quest. It’s been a struggle to get the hours in over the last 10 days but thankfully we’ve achieve our target of 120 miles!!So today our last day we had a change of location. We’re down West Wales for the day. Two lovely walks today with Zoe joining us.
First walk. A lovely walk along side the River Teifi, from the cottage down around Cilgerran Castle, up to Lechryd and back along the river to our home for the day. 5 miles in total. Anyone who knows me will know I’m in my element when near water. I’ve spent most of my time watching the water, seeing the odd fish rising and seeing the birds working in and on the water. If only I had a rod with me it would have been a perfect walk!!
The second walk was done to the beach in Newport. We have two dogs who love to run and chase on the sand. The only issue is that we have the only Lab who won’t go anywhere near water. We’ve walk from one end of the beach to the other. In total this is 2 miles.
Thank you to everyone who has supported me through the challenge. Sad and glad it’s over.
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Day 27, 28 & 29
Saturday 31st Oct Once again not many miles on a daily basis as I’ve been out from 6am - 8pm.Have averaged around 2 miles per day. Thankfully the dogs have enjoyed their walks with other family members.
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Day 24, 25 & 26
Saturday 31st Oct Not many miles in over the last couple of days, probably averaged around 1 mile per day. Unfortunately my workload is a bit heavy so other family members have helped with the walks.Role on the weekend!!
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Day 30
Saturday 31st Oct So the start of some down time so we’ve got the walking back on track.Today’s we’ve had two nice walks. This morning it was around our local area, around the local paths, up on to Penallta common where Blu’s had his first run off the lead.
The second walk today was around Cilgerran. A lovely little village just outside Cardigan.
We’ll go exploring in the morning, so we’ll get a few miles in.
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Day 23
Wednesday 28th Oct An unexpected day off due to a couple of students not being available for lessons. Being the kind hearted person that I am they both move to my planned day off on Sunday.So two walks. Both with Blu for company, even if he was on the lead all of the walk.
4.8 miles in total. Firstly a nice walk along the cycle path and back around to the house. After check the little ones paw I’ve decided to let him come on the second walk.
The second walk was along the cycle path, towards ystrad and then across towards Nelson and back to Penallta. Blu was desperate to have a run but until we feel it’s fully healed he’s in the lead.
Also it’s been a very wet day so another day not seeing anyone on the walk. For me this is the best time to be out. Must be the fisherman in me!!
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Day 22
Wednesday 28th Oct 3.4 miles today. A nice walk with Flynn again in between my working day and a small walk with both Blu and Flynn.Today was one of those nice days where we didn’t see another sole on our journey so no need for any recalls.
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Day 21
Wednesday 28th Oct 3.5 miles completed today. Myself and Flynn have had a nice afternoon walk around the common at Penallta. Felt just like the old days where we could just power walk, not having to stop to play ball with Blu.Blu’s also come in his first evening walk around the estate after his injury. His paw is healing really quick. We just need to make sure he doesn’t get too over excited and open the wound back up
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Day 20
Wednesday 28th Oct 3 miles completed today. We’ve had 3 small walks in between my working day.Still no Blu at this stage but we’re hoping hel’ll be back out with us in the next day or so.
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Day 19
Monday 19th Oct Only 2 miles today. Just two short walks around the estate with the injured one with us.Need to find a bit more time over the next couple of days to keep on top of the miles.
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Day 17& 18
Sunday 18th Oct Two days update.I did get any miles in yesterday as my working diary was full. I just managed 1/2 a mile with Flynn after work just around the estate.
Today it’s been me and Flynn on a walk as Blu is still recovering from his injury. We didn’t get in as many miles as hoped as I’ve had to work until 2pm and also fully cleaned 2 cars.
We did have a nice walk around Forest Fawr, down to Castle Coch and back around. In total we’ve walked around 3.5 miles off the beaten track. Flynn had been in his element running around exploring and sniffing. After cleaning the car we’ve had another walk of around 1 miles around the local area, with Blu for company. He’s mainly been carried as he’s still struggling in his paw. Hopefully he’ll be back up and running soon as I’m missing the games of chase!!
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Day 16
Friday 16th Oct 6.1 miles today.A broken day of walking today as we’ve spend a bit of time at the vets getting Blu checked up. Unfortunately he has caused a bit of damage to his left paw which has resulted in losing a claw. For once it’s squirrels 1 - Blu 0!!
So the plans of a big long walk before my afternoon of work were out of the window. Myself and Flynn did manage a nice walk late morning around the cycle path around Penallta. I have to say it felt like the good old days power walking around the tracks.
Day 15
Thursday 15th Oct So we are at the half way point and unfortunately we will now be a dog down for the rest of this sponsored walk😩. Unfortunately Blu’s had an accident on his walk today. Somehow he lost a couple of claws so it’s only going to be short walks for the time being.This afternoon we started with a nice walk until the accident. The walk was around 5 miles, with Blu being carried for the last 2 miles. Now this hasn’t helped my disc issues😂. As always with a rainy day we’ve not seen another human or dog so they could explore to their hearts content.
As for the challenge we are on target to competing the miles. Will try and get a good few miles in on Sunday the next two days are a bit busy.
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Day 14
Wednesday 14th Oct 4.4 miles today. The highlight being a walk on my dinner break up into the common. Blu was in his element chasing his ball while Flynn worked on his sniffing skills. Share
Day 13
Tuesday 13th Oct A broken day of walks due to a heavy workload.3 short walks. One before work, one on an afternoon break and one this evening after a long day in the car.
Can’t wait for Thursday as my diary is a little emptier so I should be able to have another nice walk with the boys.
The dogs though have had a lovely walk this afternoon with the spare human, so at least they are happy!!
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Day 12
Monday 12th Oct A broken day for walking. 3 small walks throughout the day.A quick walk with the boys before breakfast, a 45 minute walk in my dinner break and a 40 minute walk after work.
Still 4 miles complete so we are getting closer to our monthly target.
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Day 11
Sunday 11th Oct A change in scenery today. After work I’ve taken the dogs for a bit of a drive and a walk around a place which I enjoy spending a few hours from time to time.Today we’ve had a walk from the dam wall at Ponsticill up to the end of Dolygaer and back. In total the walk was around 5.2 miles which took around 2 hours and 20 minutes. Could have probably done the walk a bit quicker but stopped a few times to have a chat with the anglers on the bank.
It’s been a lovely walk today. With the levels being done below the summer levels we’ve been able to walk along the water edge which has meant the boys could be off to explore.
Will try and get a few more hours in tomorrow. Let’s hope the dogs ain’t bored with a local walk.
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Day 9 & 10
Sunday 11th Oct Not much to report in these two days. Only managed to get 3 miles in over the two days due to a heavy workload. The two dogs did get a big walk on Saturday with the spare human.Will make up for the lack of hours on Sunday.
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Day8
Thursday 8th Oct Two lovely walks today as I had a bit of free time. In total 8 miles today💪💪First walk this morning was up on Penallta common. To be honest we did spend a bit of time on the top of the common where Blu enjoyed chasing his ball. Flynn did his usual exploring and sniffing.
The second walk this afternoon was along the local cycle lane from Penallta, to Nelson and we then snaked across the paths back up to the top of Penallta common, before heading home. Blu’s had great fun again this afternoon chasing squirrels while Flynn kept me company.
Thankfully we did make it home before the rain started.
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Day 7
Wednesday 7th Oct We’ve fallen a bit behind today due to a heavy workload. Only managed two short walks around the estate today. This totalled around 1.9 miles. Both walks in the dark.We’ll be getting a few miles back on to the clock tomorrow as I’ve a bit more time in working diary.
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Day 6
Tuesday 6th Oct A bit of a broken day walk today due to a very busy schedule. In between lessons and cleaning the car in readiness for a driving test me and my two furry friends have managed to knock up 4.2 miles today. Longest walk today was around 1 hour. Just a lap of the estate and cycle path which is behind our estate.I’m not going to get many miles in tomorrow so will have to make it up in Thursday.
Day5
Monday 5th Oct 3 walks in total around a very busy day. Two one mile walk. One to start and the other to end the day.In between me and my two companions have managed a 6 mile walk from Penallta down to Maesycwmer across the viaduct. The walk was a nice peaceful and flat one for a change. Blu still found time to chase the occasional squirrel while Flynn was in his element sniffing every blade of grass.
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Day4
Sunday 4th Oct Two walks today around you working day.This morning a nice walk up on top of the common for the dogs to have a good run around, well Blu running and chasing his ball and Flynn having a good old sniff.
This afternoon we’ve had a lovely 2 hour walk around the local area. A bit of a mixed walk. Some main roads, cycle paths and a bit off the beaten tracks. As always the dogs have thoroughly enjoyed being outside running and exploring.
Day3
Saturday 3rd Oct Only 1.5 miles today with the dogs due to a busy and long working day. An evening walk around the local area. Being a night walk we spent more time stopping for sniffs than walking🫠As for the dogs they’ve had a big walk with the other human today which was around 10 miles in total. She’s put me to shame😂.
Will have to try and get in a few extra steps tomorrow around a busy working diary!!
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Day 2
Friday 2nd Oct 3 walks in total today around my working day.An early morning walk of around 1.2 miles
An afternoon walk of 4.5 miles
And an evening walk of around 1.25 miles.
The afternoon walk was really enjoyable. A little off the beaten track, through some local woodland. Young Blu loves these types of walks. He’s never happier than exploring and chasing a squirrel up a tree!!
Role on tomorrow. Unfortunately I won’t get as main hours in as I’m out working all day. Will try to make the miles back I. Sunday in between a lesson or two.
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Day 1
Thursday 1st Oct Well that’s day one of the walk completed6 miles off the 130 mile target. Two walks in total. A 45 minute walk this morning in the dark and rain down our local cycle path and this afternoon in between driving lessons a 1.45 hour walk from Penallta, along the cycle path towards Nelson and a lovely walk back up on top of Penallta common.
The dogs have really enjoyed themselves. As always constantly chasing each other and in between Blu chasing his ball.
Highlight of the day has to be Blu jumping in a pond and getting stuck in silt.
Thank you to my sponsors
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Louisa
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Richard A’herne
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Lucy M
Good luck Rich 💪🏻👏🏻
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Pip & Jeremy
GO Richard!! All the best and good luck. Well done.
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Jo B
Good luck from the Baileys x
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Bethan Hughes
Hi Richard, having had back surgery when I was 26, I know what an achievement this will be. At that time, Rhian and Louise were the only people (other than my mum) to visit me in hospital. I was so grateful and so you can thank Lou for this contribution from me :) Wishing you the best, Bethan
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All the best!
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With best wishes 👍🏽
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Kate James
Amazing thing to do for an amazing cause! ♥️
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Great effort for a great cause. Well done.
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Louise Parry
Well done Rich! An excellent cause. Good luck from Louise, Dave, Imogen and Lucy. X
