The weather was a lot better today, only slight rain at the end. Made good time to Cullen (50 miles). From there to Fraserburgh it was very hilly on the coastal roads but well worth it passing through all the lovely villages. Arrived about 5.40pm. The Duke of Edinburgh missed us today, he was at Kinloss yesterday shuting down a few squadrons. I'm sure he will be disappointed (not) :-)
We said goodbye to the two members of the support team Joe and his dog Rio. Joe has been an amazing support over tour, he certainly adds a great deal of humour. I think the charity shops around the coast of Scotland can now relax :-)) Have have to thank Rio too - who was very supportive, happy and affectionate at all times. He was the only member of the team who could be guaranteed not to take the micky......
Met Iain Small in Fraserburgh and was taken to his abode for the night. Had a hot bath (luxury) , curry, two beers and a great chat - Brilliant hosts - an enormous thank-you.
One more sleep and it time to go home!!
- Mark Parsons
- My name is Mark Parsons I'm a 49 year old who is hoping he is still in his mid-life crisis!! (rather than the male menopause). I have decided to try and raise some money for the Steeple Church Development Fund. Having been inspired by Mark Beaumont a fellow Dundonian. I came up with the idea of cycling around Scotland as it makes a change from John o' Groats to Land's End. I only found out later it was further and far more hilly!! I will be travelling a total of 1196 miles over a period of 17 days, an average of 70 miles per day. The total additive height attained over the whole trip is 31927 meters, which is equivalent to 3.6 times up Mount Everest - from sea level. Please help me by following me exploits and leaving me cheery messages and telling others about it. If you want to make a pledge all the better and thanks so much for your support. All the money pledged will go to the Steeple Development Project
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