Wizard Steve4 days ago3 minThe TruckA nightmare night-time jauntIt was clear that I had to get off of the hill. I was also aware that it would likely be a bit of a mission. Michael and I had researched...
Wizard Steve7 days ago5 minAncient MonumentsKits CotyIn the morning, I tacked down. I had been boxed in for most of the days, so as soon as it was clear, I moved forward, filling the space...
Wizard SteveMar 145 minWoodlandKing’s WoodOnce I’d made up my mind that I was moving on, I concentrated on getting ready for the off. I said my farewells to all. Some tried to...
Wizard SteveMar 82 minHousesA misty morning walkBefore heading on, I thought that it would be a good idea to go for a walk. With all the recent back problems, I thought a short walk...
Wizard SteveMar 45 minFriends & FamilyTime to get back on the roadA bloke called Andrew pulled up one evening. I had met him before, when he pulled into the car park on the other side of the village. He...
Wizard SteveFeb 95 minNorth Downs WayMountain StreetOnce the caravan was secured on the trailer, I had just a couple of little jobs to do before I was happy that my home could be moved...
Wizard SteveDec 23, 20222 minNorth DownsJulliberrie DownsWith everything that was (not) happening, I thought that I would go for a walk. There are a few walks in the area, especially with both...
Wizard SteveNov 17, 20223 minBreakdowns & Maintenance StrandedThe caravan breakdown has quickly turned into a major problem. On inspection, no identification plate or any kind of markings are to be...
Wizard SteveNov 10, 20225 minTowns & VillagesChilhamIt was raining in the morning. I chose to wait it out. The forecast was good. Around lunchtime, the rain duly abated. Tacked down and all...
Wizard SteveNov 7, 20222 minWoodlandPerry Wood, part 2The evening was quite rowdy with young folk running about in the woods. They were no bother, though. It was fascinating hearing their...
Wizard SteveNov 6, 20222 minWoodlandPerry Wood, part 1Getting to Perry Wood was interesting! I turned out of the car park and headed back the way I’d come in. I then continued on to Tyler...
Wizard SteveNov 3, 20222 minWoodlandThornden WoodsI was surprised at how busy the evening was with comings and goings where I was parked. It did eventually quieten down, though. The next...
Wizard SteveOct 28, 20223 minWoodlandEast Blean WoodsOn leaving Reculver, I immediately hit a problem. A diversion. It took me all the way across to Herne Bay before picking up a road that...
Wizard SteveOct 23, 20223 minRoman SitesThanet and ReculverMy next port of call was the Isle of Thanet. Sadly, there is very little of the island left that has not been built on. Thanet was my...
Wizard SteveOct 21, 20222 minPubs & InnsGrove Ferry InnThe Grove Ferry Inn, originally a Georgian manor house , is now a brewery owned inn. The landlord, John, is incredibly welcoming. On...
Wizard SteveOct 20, 20221 minMarshesStod (or Stud) MarshIt was a beautiful warm morning. So, I decided to explore the marshes to the southwest of Grove Ferry. Stod, or originally, and sometimes...
Wizard SteveOct 19, 20223 minRivers & CanalsA walk along the Great and Little StoursAs it was a lovely day, I took the opportunity to go for a short walk along the bank of the river. The walk is part of the Saxon Shore...
Wizard SteveOct 18, 20222 minKentGrove FerryI was late up in the morning. I was surprised, as there was no sign of the farmer and his spraying equipment. I had a cup of tea while I...
Wizard SteveOct 17, 20222 minKentPreston-next-WinghamA hop, skip and jump later took us over the A2. There is a wide potholed layby with a temporary café just off that road, on the B2046. I...
Wizard SteveOct 16, 20223 minTowns & VillagesBarhamI got sidetracked one more day at the campsite with mixing up medicinal herbs. I was also rinsing through my stash of emergency firewood....