Part 15: We Completed 630 miles -The South West Coast Path

[@stevewebb8973]

What can I say. Exceptional video series. Watched all in one go. Inspirational, enjoyable, captivating and fun. Be very proud of yourselves. You have a new subscriber. Well done the pair of you.

[@tbotheman]

Amazing congratulations on finishing this beautiful path. Binge watched today And it was so good with the videoing and editing it, takes a lot of work I know. I live near the path so can drop onto it quite easily. I’m already looking forward to heading out again. Subbed.

[@RobandTamsin]

Glad you enjoyed the journey it was pretty amazing. Thanks for the sub :)

[@noseybirdadventures5880]

Huge congratulations on completing this amazing adventure. Memories that will last a lifetime

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you! Yes - we need to rewatch the videos again. So glad we documented it. :)

[@helenlayley]

This whole series was amazing. Thank you for showing the challenges along the way. I really enjoyed the extra activities, explorations and rest days or just luxury accommodation nights. It gave me much more idea of what might be possible for me, rather than extreme hiking/camping every day which would be out of reach. Well worth experiencing where you are, learning, exploring, and enjoying the trail rather than just counting the miles and hours!

[@RobandTamsin]

Exactly! It was about experiencing places we know quite well but from the outside. We really enjoyed our stays in inns and local airbnbs. The inns have loads of history covering the walls, it very much helps meeting locals too. Highly recommend so you gain insight into the culture.

[@grahamwoods6568]

Brilliant, well done to you both. Still have no idea how Tamsin managed to walk so far with such a bad ankle injury, hope there's no lasting damage

[@RobandTamsin]

So far so good, it just clicks a bit now and then but I haven't really pushed it for a while. Ibruprofen, ice, kinesiology tape and a "supportive" husband seemed to work. 😂

[@davidryan4454]

Wife & i just re-watched these. Still excellent ! Hope Tamsin had no lasting damage & that your house reno is done & you are planning more walks which you will record & post 👍

[@RobandTamsin]

amazing feat- I don't think we've rewatched it all yet. The ankle is good. We are doing bits on the house, but the big news is we got a puppy, so she will be our new adventure companion. :)

[@kevsmt1955]

Fantastic I have enjoyed every minute of your adventure I continue my journey in a couple of weeks time. Take care and I look forward to your next adventure 👣 ⛺️👍

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you so much. We hope your trip on the coast path brings you great weather and fantastic views. ☀🌄🌊🌅

[@RichTallent]

Well done guys. I recommend Pembrokeshire Coast Path next time for you.

[@Seacbeer]

Well done done guy's off this summer to give a bloody good go fingers crossed are make it 👍

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you. Enjoy! jealous that you get to collect stamps!

[@steveparkinson8887]

Many, many congrats to u both, you've completed the "warm up" for the Cape wrath trail.!!

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you! I just had to google Cape Wrath- It looks amazing, it may be a while before we are anywhere near that!

[@Adi-is-Adi.]

You are heroes - Well Done!

[@RobandTamsin]

Thanks ☺️

[@SuperDexta1963]

Well done guys 👍

[@Caroline-ue7lp]

After walking some of the coast path this weekend down near Lands End, I found your channel and just binge watched the whole trek, what an amazing journey you guys made, I'm so full of admiration, I honestly dont know how you kept going, particularly with a pootly foot. Well done guys, super impressive. 🎉

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you for watching ☺️The lands end bit is very nice. It was a great experience and definitely recommend it to anybody. It’s funny with a larger pack we got a lot more interaction with people. It was really nice to chat to people. Are you planning on any more bits?

[@SlowMovingSaddles]

Watched a lot of your videos and hope to do this one day too. Very inspirational! Thank you! Hope you will make some more (multiple day) hike trips and put them on KZbin.

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you. We got a puppy recently, so haven't managed any long multi day hikes. We have got some adventures in our camper van filmed so might be able to upload those soon. We definitely have loose plans for hiking adventures but nothing definite yet. Thank you glad you enjoyed watching our trip.

[@Nia-Kenia]

Just binge watched all 15 videos. Awesome 🤩. Thank You Started recently in the opposite direction. GRADUALLY 🫣. Next section is Osmington to Portland . Would have loved info/affiliation links for your kit. Camera, boots etc.

[@barryvickers724]

Loved your adventure l have walked 6 miles of the swcp and I was knackered so to complete all of it is just fantastic but to complete it with a doggy ankle well that is just remarkable all l will say is Rob you have a special lady mate

[@RobandTamsin]

Hi Barry, glad you enjoyed the SWCP videos. I think we felt quite knackered too when we first set off. The trail gets you fit on a multiday walk. Indeed I do have a special lady. Tamsin was pretty focussed on completing it and we were so pleased the ankle made it through. Trips to physios, rest and sticking on kinesiology tape took it the distance I think. Which part did you walk along?

[@barryvickers724]

@@RobandTamsin hi rob only did paignton to Brixham when on holiday then to our favourite fish and chip shop by the way l forgot to say great editing on the videos we were glued from start to finish

[@jonathanhaynes6542]

Been a brilliant watch from start to finish the last 15 weeks well done at completing the hike, adventure, tough challenge..will now miss my sunday evening watch...well done again to the both of you..

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you for joining us from so early on and staying with us to the end. We (particularly Rob) enjoy a good adventure so it won't be too long before the next one. 😉 T

[@MrBarneymcgrew]

Congratulations Rob & Tamsin, a fantastic achievement and thank you so much for sharing - I will miss not getting my regular update on your progress. Well done especially to Tamsin with that bad ankle. Many would have given up and I am not sure whether it's bravery or lunacy or a bit of both which propelled you forward. I am supposed to be starting from Poole on Thursday (2nd time) but am pre-injured so I need a bit of what you've got. Good luck with your future adventures - I hope you have plans to share again.

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you! Highly recommend Kinesiology tape, rest days and maybe getting a medical opinion. The physios I saw told me what to look out for so I could manage my injury. I think FOMO was probably a big motivator and having got so far not wanting to give up. Also constant blind reassurance that i could do it helped a fair bit. We just got our 1975 VW Camper out of storage so hoping to share some of our adventures in that. 😀Good luck with your adventure on the Coast Path may the sun shine on you and the wind always be at your back. 😊 Let us know how you get on. (Rob is pretty keen to have a go at the reverse route) 😳 T😉

[@MrBarneymcgrew]

@@RobandTamsin thanks for the suggestions - will definitely have a look at kinesiology tape. Not surprised it was measured advice and encouragement that got you through although it can't be done without a bit of bravery and lunacy here and there as you know. Yes so I will be going 'backwards' this time - I can't wait, I'm sure it will be a completely different walk.

[@davemachin4006]

Well done both of you we are inspired

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you, we appreciate the support. ☺ Which bit do you fancy having a go at then? 😉

[@christinewiedman576]

wow what a great travelogue of your long walk, well done, thank you for posting and sharing your journey...I was just reading the book The Salt Path and wanted to see the actual scenery...came upon this series and am so grateful...what spectacular scenery, wonderful how you captured it in these videos

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you so much Christine. We were inspired by the Salt Path too. The scenery is so inspiring and so different across the different coastlines. Worth seeing in real life if you can!

[@GreyGhost.]

magic effort

[@rogerbament6926]

hi just watched all this series of swcp great job congratulations

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you ❤

[@katiejanemarie9838]

Well done. I have loved watching your swcp videos. Like the vibe you both have ❤️ I'm planning on walking swcp from Sept/Oct, you remind me to take/enjoy my time and bring some whimsy with me. You guys deserve more views and likes.

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you Katie for following our journey. We really appreciate it. September / October is a lovely time to experience the trail. The days do shorten quite quickly as you hit November though 😉 Definitely take it all in. Have a lovely time.

[@katiejanemarie9838]

@@RobandTamsin Thank you. Will do 😊 Thanks for letting me know, hoping for it too be decently cool too in autumn.

[@dazbass007]

Fantastic guys awesome effort and memories you will cherish forever ❤️ catch you on the next adventure 😀 atb daz

[@RobandTamsin]

Yes. We will see you on the next one!

[@sebmorrison]

Great stuff, well done! Have you posted anywhere what kit you took and perhaps what you might change in retrospect?

[@RobandTamsin]

Hi, no I don't think we have done an update. We sent a lot back. Less is definitely more. I can give you a list here if you need.

[@telhunter7919]

Fantastic achievement guys, loved every minute of your trek. Hope to see more of your treks in the future, thank you for sharing.

[@RobandTamsin]

Thanks for watching and for your support 😉

[@ruaridhdalrymple3275]

Wooo well done guys great achievement!! 🍾

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you for watching and supporting us in the comments, we really appreciate it. 😁

[@bren4061]

Well done , what can one add a Roller Coaster of a hike, really glad we found your channel we looked forward to every episode thank you both for posting bren

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you for watching. This last one was a biggy, especially the montage at the end. Glad you enjoyed it. Please come back and visit when we put up our next video 😀

[@surfa48uk]

Well done to you both, I am currently doing the SWCP so I know the pain and joys of this hike. But congratulations 🎉

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you. Oooh which bit are you on? Rob is missing it so much 😂

[@surfa48uk]

@@RobandTamsin I have arrived at Newquay, 8 1/2 days in from Minehead . loads lighter kit wise than you both and wild camping .

[@RobandTamsin]

@@surfa48uk excellent well done! You must be speedy too. 😀

[@andrewclark7650]

Just finished watching all the videos and loved every bit of them. Gives a great insite into everything the SWCP has to offer. Its definitely on my bucket list gor the near future. Just wondering if you were to do it all again sould you do it the same time of year and in the same direction. 🤔 Tamsin you were legend to keep going where im sure many would have thrown in the towel. Great job the pair of you. 🙂

[@RobandTamsin]

@@andrewclark7650 thank you good question. Personally I’d like to do it in the spring heading into summer as the days lengthen. It was tough when clocks changed. Not sure I would do it the other way as that Devon bit at the start is pretty tough. Also the ferry’s are more likely to be running in south Devon the closer you are to summer… and close to zero to camp in is not recommended! So spring to early summer would be my preferred choice 😀

[@andrewclark7650]

@@RobandTamsin thanks for your thoughts on that as it has certainly helped me decide when and which way. It's nice to hear from experienced seasoned adventurer's. 🙂

[@yogabylauranicole2851]

Tamsin! How the heck did you make it so far with a busted ankle??! You are amazing!

[@RobandTamsin]

Haha thank you! Lots of Ibruprofen! and believe it or not a bit of self confidence that I could get it done 😀Doing it for the ladies ☺

[@yogabylauranicole2851]

@@RobandTamsin heck yeah! That’s what I like to hear!!!

[@steveparkinson8887]

There's no kid like a big kid!!

[@RobandTamsin]

He's definitely a big kid. He tried a rope swing over a river this weekend - he ended up with soggy feet!😂

[@gerda_travel3016]

Loved the series! Gorgeous footage. Is that the Gopro 10 or 11?

[@alanmaingard7126]

Brilliant job guys! We loved every episode and especially the final stretch! Great work - the distance alone is mind blowing let alone the conditions and terraines! We have friends doing it right now so we’re following them at the same time as watching your vlogs. Congratulations, it was spectacular to watch - thanks!

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you for watching. Hopefully you have a flavour of what your friends are experiencing. The weather is pretty good now so they must be having a lovely time 😀It's a great place to make memories. Where are your friends now?

[@alanmaingard7126]

Ok, sorry - they are day 39 and reached Crafthole last night. They are loving it though finding it quite strenuous especially when the rain hits! And in some places quite over grown but crews are here and there fixing bridges and cutting back the growth. They’ve also got hit by stinging nettles a bit. It’s been wonderful to compare walks and see the same spots and even some of the same horses!!! Crazy. What’s next for you guys?

[@rossmcdade4146]

Another great video. Great achievement. What’s your next adventure going to be?

[@RobandTamsin]

Thanks. ☺We have some bits and pieces that need editing, possibly some van life adventures from Japan. We are planning on having a go at The way of St James - in Spain, as it is a dual Pilgrimage route with the Kumano kodo that we did in Japan. We also fancy some of the Welsh coast path or we'd like to combine a campervan/ hiking trip in Ireland. Any suggestions/ ideas are very welcome. 😉

[@philippashanahan9338]

I keep rewatching these videos! I love them and when we’ve done those sections, we watch again! We’ve got 15 sections to go( we haven’t done them in a particular order- just when we can. Although we’re now determined to finish this year! We live in Devon so easier to do in bits. Are you planning on doing the Camino Way? 😊

[@RobandTamsin]

Thank you for rewatching :) We would love to do the Camino Way. You might have seen we completed Kumano Kodo so are keen to be dual pilgrims. Since completing the Coast Path we got a dog so have been waiting for her to mature so we can take her on longer hikes. Of course she is an adventure dog! We hope to get back to making more videos soon as we are moving to Switzerland at the end of April...

[@philippashanahan9338]

Oh how lovely! I’ve been to Switzerland a few times . It’s beautiful but very expensive! I watched your Kumano Kodo trek as well! It looked great- Japan looks beautiful!😊

[@daystate123]

@rob and Tamsin.... Just binge watched the complete walk, really enjoyed it. I always said to myself that if I ever get made redundant, I do this walk before starting a new job. Can I ask... Roughly, how much £££ did it cost please... Start to finish?

[@RobandTamsin]

I have to be honest it wasn't cheap. Campsites were usually £20 a night the cheapest was £5 , However with the weather we did stay in a fair few inns, hotels and airbnbs. These varied in price I think around £70 per night. We also had to buy supplies and meals. Probably around £5000 but it must be possible to do it much cheaper.

[@NotASheep100]

Good for you.. weldone... have just discovered your channel. As me and my wife are just contemplating starting this long distance walk. However, I'm very anxious about how many streams and rivers we will have to cross. Please... what did you do ? Was it very wet and muddy ..

[@RobandTamsin]

The rivers are mostly on the South Devon bit. There are some that have Ferrys all year round then some that have seasonal ferrys and some that you can cross at low tide. If we got stuck we walked to the river and got a taxi around the river to the otherside. There were streams across the beaches mostly but there was usually a bridge 😉

[@NotASheep100]

Thanks very much... weldone for your accomplishment, excellent stuff.