A year to remember
“For anyone reading this wondering if they should do it, my opinion is an unreserved Yes!”
“For anyone reading this wondering if they should do it, my opinion is an unreserved Yes!”
Over 12 months, a Mile Maker Business simply donates or fundraises the amount it costs on average to look after one of the 630 Coast Path miles each year – £1,400. That’s less than £120 per month to raise together as a team however you like – it could be through staff fundraising, a percentage of product sales or an end-of-year corporate donation – its your choice!
28-year-old Conor Morgan tells us more about his journey completing the South West Coast Path. How it taught him to respect the Trail, get to know the region he grew up in and overcome Crohns Disease.
Understandably, we’ve received less of your completer stories this year. Which is why we were so delighted to hear from Patricia and Linda from Wolverhampton, who were able to finish their journey on the Path this September. Here’s their story.
For university students, the long summer break is a great chance to do some globe-trotting or work to earn some extra cash or valuable experience . But with strict travel restrictions in place, and many businesses not recruiting – this year was a bit different. One student however, decided to look on the bright side and use the time to explore a world-class hiking trail that’s right on the doorstep. Joe Biggins tells us about his experience following the acorn on the South West Coast Path.