I've done some walks in North Wales really beautiful surroundings.I remember going to the Peak District with my then eighteen year old son and hitting so many pubs we did no walking but sleeping it off in the tent !
I too like all sorts of walks some days I can do tough hill climbs etc,then sometimes prefer canal paths like you.Recently just fancied walking from Coventry to Rugby on the canal path,took my time and had a few beers at the end.Got the train back and a mate called me a wimp for not walking back as well but it was really hot !
I'd love to walk in Ireland as heard there's some great places north and south but as yet I've never been. One day maybe one day ?
I stopped driving many years ago and don't miss it at all.Got used to going to places by train and lifts etc and it's surprising how you can get to places if you want to.I recall when I was fifteen and me and a mate from school walked from Walsgrave to Filbert Street to watch the City play Leicester,and got the bus back as we didn't have much money on us ! So I've always loved walking and I reckon it can keep you fit without hitting the gym.
Strange you say this as someone mentioned the other day how much he loves Ryton Pools but I've never been. It's now on my list !
I envy you living where you do because if I lived there I'd be out most days if I could.But you're right you have to respect the outdoors at all times,as it can turn very quickly and without warning. I was in Scotland about twelve years ago and two teenagers weren't dressed for the walk but laughed off any talk from rugged walkers,saying they can handle anything. Later on they got hit by a sudden drop in temperature and ended up crying for help. they were lucky they got rescued but learnt the hard way !
I've got Coast on now on the telly and lo and behold it's featuring Anglesy !
I was thinking as I was watching the programme I'm here in Coventry wishing I was there,and there's you and your family living there.
Bell Green has gone down the past few years anti-social behavior etc,but some good people live here too. I'd love to live like you do coastal or away from cities,but unless I come into money I can't see it happening.Then again no matter where I'd dwell I'd still travel to watch the Sky Blues !
