Angles Way Long Distance Trail. Part 2 - Fritton to Beccles. Solo Wild Camp. Tarp and Hooped Bivvy.

2023-05-31に共有
In this video, I am continuing with my hike along the Angles Way on the Norfolk/Suffolk border. This 93 mile long distance path follows the river Waveney from its mouth in the Norfolk Broads to its source in the Brecks and beyond.

It is a trail I have been wanting to walk for a long time and seemed right to take this route back to where I started this walking adventure all those years ago and thus completing the route - almost circumnavigating the county of Norfolk.

I have thoroughly enjoyed walking this first section, 34 miles so far along country lanes, past wide open areas of wetland and open water and along side the beautiful river Waveney. This episode covers the walk between Fritton, with its unusual ribbon lake, through the countryside past stately homes and quaint villages and into Oulton Broad where the path takes me back out to the river once more.

I was exhausted after a big 18 mile day, so a bit of dinner and an hour or so sat beside the river enjoying the calm views and a rum sun-downer before zipping myself into my bivvy for the night. The morning brings warmer weather and the last few miles into Beccles - an ancient market town dating back to Saxon times and the end of this leg for the time being. Ill be back to continue the walk later in the year.

I hope you enjoy the video.

Thanks for watching.


Links

OS explorer Map 40
shop.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/map-of-the-broads/

Lundhags Gneik 54 rucksack
www.lundhags.com/en/packs-and-bags/gneik-54-rs-81c…

Snugpak Stratosphere Bivvy
www.snugpak.com/stratosphere-3306

Terra Nova Competition 1 tarp
www.terra-nova.co.uk/products/competition-tarp/

Alton Ultralight Chair
altongoods.com/products/ultralight-chair

The Steak Detective Biltong (Beef Up Old Chap!)
thesteakdetective.com/product/bully-biltong-origin…

Simon, a bloke in the woods Merchandise
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Music

Wood - Dan Henig
Awake until Noon - Walt Adams

コメント (21)
  • Can we appreciate how Simon wakes up twice in the morning to film himself getting out of bed EVERYTIME? Great effort mate, keep it up!
  • Simon you are one of the nicest people,you are never negative,even when you said about getting run over by kid's on their motorbikes you still laughed and saw the funny side of it,when I've had a stressful day and I see one of your videos ready to watch I know I'm going to be totally relaxed,so thank you,your an absolute legend.
  • @papajeff5486
    Simon, your country side and along the river is truly a lush green paradise, absolutely gorgeous. The contrast of machines sounds and bird song was a good addition. I appreciate your historical commentary as I know nothing about your country side. The thatched roof church, hundreds of years old, is quite a treat for a Tennessee boy. I hope your music accompaniment continues just like you like it. Man, the music is wonderful. I appreciate how you leave your camping spots perfect, clean, respectfully restored. I don’t expect we’ll ever meet. You can’t possibly get to know me like I know you, through your videos. Just know that this old East Tennessee boy enjoys every video you share and I consider you my friend. I wish you well and hope you’ll continue as long as your good heart will allow.
  • @mikeyweaves
    Love part 2 Simon - you should’ve been sponsored by Norfolk and Suffolk tourist boards!! Thanks again for sharing!👍
  • @GavinMorris1
    This is my stomping ground. My house is even in this one. Brilliantly done mate. Lots of people don't get what we've got here at all, you showed it off very well.
  • @annenewton5403
    We really enjoyed part 2 Simon, thank you so much for all your dedication and hard work.
  • @gailknowles3804
    Well, I finally made it to the UK. Well, I feel like I did anyway after seeing this video. The amount of planning, effort and just plain hard, hard work you put into these videos is not lost on me, Simon. You need to know that you are greatly appreciated. God Bless, Simon.
  • @graceygrumble
    Just got back from New Zealand. The Back Country meals are inoffensive; they give you calories and they are not outlandishly expensive. The Beef Teriyaki wasn't half bad. And, of course, it was very generous of the Kiwi to send you a meal. The fact that you didn't comment on it made me laugh - very diplomatic of you. I love hiking, wild-camping and bushcraft. The world is wonderful when pared down to necessities and digested in slo-mo. It makes you appreciate the luxuries we have, even more. I will be eternally grateful to the people (UK) who maintain our ancient rights of way and to the pubs along the way. ;)
  • @JWHWFR
    Always a great day when Simon uploads :)
  • @shellyroyea948
    Simon you are an awesome content creator. I look forward to all your adventurous posts.
  • THANKS SIMON…for taking us along with you on your beautiful hike…ENGLAND is truly a wonderful and beautiful Country! GOD BLESS YOU ALL…FROM EAST TENNESSEE AND ACROSS THE BIG POND!👍🙏🇺🇸❤️
  • @markmartello
    From the summer of 97 to the summer of 2000 my wife and I were stationed at RAF Lakenheath. The first year we lived in West Stow near Bury St. Edmonds. I love seeing places that we visited back then in your videos. Thank you!
  • That was just so absolutely peaceful and beautiful scenery. Just the perfect video to watch this afternoon while I am sitting here at the computer, except that people keep interrupting me! I watched it three times just to enjoy the surroundings. Honestly, just some of the very best content on the Internet! Take care and be safe out there! Can't wait for the next adventure! 🧡🧡👍👍
  • @powermonger9090
    Thanks Simon, I really enjoy your walking videos, you do an excellent job with the narration and cinematography. I almost feel guilty for lounging at home watching while you are doing all the physical effort to bring us the experience.
  • Outstanding videography! Enjoyed the bits of history along the way ✨ Sending Aloha from Kauai, Hawaii 🌴
  • Hi Simon. I've just spent 6 weeks in hospital but couldn't comment or view comments. So here's a Thank you for for all your work on making such awesome content. And keeping helping me stay sane'ish🤪🤯
  • @MCMOutdoors
    Lovely part of the UK Simon, showed off as always superbly - ATB, Chris
  • @strawman3059
    I used to ride my bike to work from Gorleston-on-Sea to Beccles in all weather and absolutely loved it, epic journey 🔥🥊💖
  • Time to take a break from working in the sun, grab a sandwich and a cold one, and join Simon, once again. Cheers from California!
  • @MHarenArt
    What a wonderful journey to follow along with you. Such great history and sight seeing! Thoroughly enjoyable!