Day 10 - Hull to Hornsea

We did it. WE DID IT!!!

The last day of the challenge is completed. It is hard to believe that so many miles and so many days have passed. It feels like we left Southport just yesterday:)

The turnout for the last day of the challenge was amazing:
Pam Exley
Pat Swales
Keith and Clare Clarkson (Clare on an electric bicycle)
Helen Williams
Bob Withnall (on a bicycle - friend of TPT rangers)
Mike Woodmansey (a TPT ranger)
Janet Fairclough and Iain Robson
Nathan Pickering
Chris Christou (in FourX who after completing day 1 wanted to be with us at the end)
Tanya Earnshaw as usual with Pebbles

On route joined us:
Ken Abbott and Gill Davids with their dog Charlie
Alan Lee (who we were delighted to see for the third time)

At the end point we were met by:
The Mayor of Hornsea
Jean and Angus Robinson, who found out about us from the local paper

The day started with Phil filming more material for the evening news today to build on last night's teaser. Right at the start we hit the first and only obstacle of the day for which the headrest had to come off and the back of the seat had to come down. Yet again FourX amazed everybody with its versatility. I am not sure how many other wheelchairs would have tackled this obstacle to get through.

With the forecast for rain and thunder the weather surprised us with beautiful sunshine and knowing the mileage was much less today we stopped frequently and relaxed a lot. 

During one of the stops we were spoiled by Clare, who had brought home made chocolate brownies... They tasted absolutely delicious and Anna must have had three pieces!!! (who ate all the pies??? - must be the Teletubby).

The walk was going really fast and we covered the miles very quickly. About 3 miles from Hornsea Gill and Ken and their dog Charlie appeared unexpectedly when we thought they were on their way to Cyprus.

A very busy Bank Vole, oblivious to our existence, was seen and photographed on the way.

We arrived at Hornsea just after 14.30 and were greeted by the Mayor of Hornsea; Jean and Angus who made a generous donation; and Phil tirelessly filming more material for BBC Hull. There was a mixture of emotions from ecstasy to sadness and Roy, Anna and Tanya even shed a few tears.After 10 days our adventure was finished and we will miss the excitement of the Trail and its beauty; the daily support from family and friends; the unknown; and the kindness of people we met on the way. When interviewed by Phil Roy was absolutely lost for words....a sight rare to witness.

We celebrated the end of the challenge with fish and chips (the rain eventually caught up with us and we had to shelter under the bus stop) and got into serious plans into the future. New challenges were discussed and we all got a bit excited again.

Although I don't think Tanya's shoes will be joining us....

In all the excitement we completely forgot about our facilities bike which was left on the seafront for ages. Fortunately it was rescued by Alan who found it and brought it back to be reunited with Iain in the next few days.

During the Challenge we were asked by many people what is going to happen to this blog after the Challenge is completed. We have decided to keep this blog live. Check tomorrow for our summary of the Challenge and a few other reflections. Also we will keep you up to date with the progress of the project and the access work Roy will be doing on the RSPB reserves. The posts won't be daily but to save you the hassle of checking for new posts you can "Follow by email" any new info. Just submit your email address via the button on the right had side under the bird list.