Job done!

Today, I was enthralled, and at the same time disappointed by, what the coastline between Sea Palling and Caister had to offer.

The first 7 miles of my run engaged me with the flat, sandy path behind the dunes before connecting with a windy track through a site of scientific interest around Winterton. No sign of the diverse flora and fauna promised on the information boards - natterjack toads, dragonflies, insects, bracken, moss, lichen and rare grasses. 

As I ran, at a reasonable pace, parallel to the sea and dunes, I reflected on Denis Spashett (my friend and athletics coach) who inspired my running career and accompanied me on a highly memorable training weekend on the Winterton dunes circa 1978.

As I surveyed the beach at Hemsby, I came to the conclusion that the cliff collapse would preclude my onward passage. I was advised by the lady in the chip shop, that continuing on the road would be dangerous; so I retired to a cafe for a coffee and kit kat and awaited Nobby's arrival.

A slight anticlimax to conclude the challenge, but I still felt a great sense of achievement, combined with very tired legs!

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