What about the weather on Hadrian's Wall?

The Wall presents many challenges, not least the weather!! What will it be doing? Rain, wind, cold, snow? These are all possibilities.

However, according to the 10 day forecast at weather.com it looks like sun tan oil and shades will be the order of the day!! Is this a wind up? We'll find out in just one week...

Caesar Salad in Nero on Hadrian's Wall?

Probably an unlikey combination!! But I'm definitely turning a bit Roman as we approach the Wall. I've started walking in straight lines and admiring marble surfaces. However, the modern version of these three Emperors is something we probably won't see, but real ale pubs - now that's another matter!!

A good example of this is the Boathouse at Wylam. This pub has 14 real ale pumps along the length of the bar...and is a perfect place for one of our stops en route. It is in the classic "fourdaysrunning" slot - 10 miles done, 10K to go!!

If you are up in the area you can meet us in the pub on Friday May 4th at about 4.00pm. Although we won't be able to try all the ales, there are at least 14 of us so...

Rose and Crown boosts CASPA

The Rose and Crown in Green Street Green, Orpington is well known for its Bank Holiday hospitality. Its bar, gardens and kitchens regularly buzz with crowds of happy people enjoying themselves. This year's activities will make a massive difference to one small, vibrant local charity.

CASPA supports over 100 families every week. It runs 5 clubs for tots, children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their parents and carers. Their work is expanding rapidly and you can be part of it this year.

You may not know too much about Autism but get yourself down to the Rose and Crown and, as you support them, they are supporting CASPA. Thanks for all you achieve over this special weekend.

Hadrian's Wall - the route is revealed

28 days to go and the route is revealed!! We are running for four days and take in some very contrasting terrain. There are streets, trails, mountain paths, riversides, golf courses, dykes, cliffs and Carlisle airport!! But the main attraction is the Wall itself: bleak, impressive, iconic and 1900 years old!!

Every type of terrain is covered and there are some amazing views. Each day has a detailed Google route that you can take a look at. Just click "THE ROUTE" above and choose a day.

Day One is called "Tyneside" and leaves from St James' Park, making its way through parks and streets, finding the Tyne after 5 miles and following it to Wylam, famous for its real ales!! From Wylam the team make their way up country through picturesque villages to the finish in a fabulous gastro pub in Newton: The Duke of Wellington!!