Amazing to think that Ted has walked 260 miles during 2024! Which is good going, since he only joined us on the 22rd April 2024!
Please give him a follow at www.strava.com/athletes/tedthedog
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Ted’s longest walks of 2024 so far…
Here are the longest walks we have done with Ted so far during 2024.
- Cross Britain Way : Day 006 : Horbling to Folkingham – 03/06/2024 – 10.86 miles
- Cross Britain Way : Day 009 : Between Ropsley and Old Somerby to Little Ponton – 29/07/2024 – 9.96 miles
- Grantham Station to Bottesford Station via Grantham Canal – 01/07/2024 – 9.61 miles
- Leicestershire Round : Bruntingthorpe, Willoughby Waterleys and Ashby Magna Circular – 13/05/2024 – 9.43 miles
- Cross Britain Way : Day 007 : Folkingham to Sapperton – 17/06/2024 – 8.54 miles
Please do give him at follow at www.strava.com/athletes/tedthedog
UK TV programmes to watch this week : 27/07/2024
Secrets of the London Underground (U&Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 30th July 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **
Thames Tunnel. Series 4, episode 5. Tim Dunn and Siddy Holloway explore the very first tunnel under the Thames.
Cumbria: The Lakes & the Coast (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Wednesday 31st July 2024)
In Appleby-in-Westmorland, it’s milking time for Harriet and Chris McPhee’s 300 goats, but Harriett plans to turn today’s milk into cheese. The 8th custodian of the Lowther Castle, Jim Lowther, has commissioned local stone mason James Lightfoot to save the building from turning to rubble. In Cartmel, the village comes together to celebrate its rich, medieval heritage.
Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 1st August 2024)
Lyme Regis. Series 7, episode 5. The comedian explores Britain’s best-loved seaside resorts, beginning with Lyme Regis on the south coast, starting at historic harbour, the Cobb. From here she makes her way along the jetty bumping into a group preparing for a game of water polo in the sea. Lyme Regis is on Dorset’s Jurassic coast, and on Monmouth beach Susan meets chef and forager Harriet who shows her a locally sourced twist to accompany classic seaside favourite, fish and chips.
All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.
You need to check out David Alonso!
You so need to check out David Alonso Gómez, who is a Grand Prix motorcycle racer. He looks so good in his Lycra and leathers!!
Check him out at www.instagram.com/d.alonso80/
UK TV programmes to watch this week : 20/07/2024
Surviving The Post Office (BBC 1/HD | 8:30pm to 9:00pm | Monday 22nd July 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **
Actor Will Mellor, the star of the TV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office, takes a journey across England to meet some of the real-life sub-postmasters whose lives have been torn apart by being wrongly accused of theft. For some facing the past proves a troubling experience, while for others it heralds a liberating new step forwards.
Secrets of the London Underground (U&Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 23rd July 2024)
South Kentish Town. Series 4, episode 4. Tim Dunn and Siddy Holloway get exclusive access to the disused station at South Kentish Town.
The High Street: Shops We Loved & Lost (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 25th July 2024)
Part one of two. A look back at the high street of yesteryear, celebrating favourite shop brands, including Wimpy, Top Shop, Tammy Girl, Blockbuster and BHS. Plus, a tribute to one of the most missed shop brands of them all, Woolworths, and in particular its much-loved sweets section. Nick Hewer traces the chain’s rise to becoming a cherished high street fixture, while former Woolies shop assistant Cheryl Baker reveals secrets from the other side of the counter. Narrated by Hayley Tamaddon.
Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 25th July 2024)
Irish Coast. Series 7, episode 4. The comedian takes her campervan into a different country for the first time, exploring the captivating landscapes of the Irish coast. In Derry she meets the man famous for creating the contemporary murals that transformed the city. Next, Susan tours the iconic Wild Atlantic Way, a breath-taking coastal route renowned for its rugged cliffs and enchanting beaches. The presenter also explores Ireland’s rich folklore, and meets a man who has reintroduced wolves to the Irish wilderness for the first time in two centuries.
All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.
Now done 82% of #walk1000miles – 2024
That’s me done 82% of #walk1000miles. So 821.73 miles down and 178.27 miles remaining!
Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine
Middle of July 2024 most popular photos
Below are the top five most looked at photos on this website so far during July 2024.
Number 1 (112 views) : Synergy Red Cycling Skinsuit
Number 2 (71 views) : Synergy Neon Lime Cycling Skinsuit
Number 3 (54 views) : Synergy Navy Cycling Skinsuit
Number 4 (40 views) : Myself at Stamford railway station
Number 5 (35 views) : Synergy Neon Lime Cycling Skinsuit
Love these photos? Many more at www.gordon-valentine.com/zenphoto/me/2024/
UK TV programmes to watch this week : 13/07/2024
MOTD Live: UEFA Euro 2024 (BBC 1/HD | 6:30pm to 10:40pm | Sunday 14th July 2024) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **
Spain v England (Kick-off 8.00pm). Coverage of the final, which comes from Olympiastadion in Berlin, where England are aiming to win the tournament for the first time. Somewhat surprisingly, this is the first meeting between the two at a major finals since Euro 96, when England progressed via a penalty shootout after a goalless draw at Wembley Stadium. Wembley was also the venue in 2021, when Gareth Southgate’s men were on the wrong end of their final shootout against Italy, but they now have the chance to become the first England men’s senior team to win a major tournament on foreign soil. Spain have undoubtedly been the best team in the competition so far, and have seen off Germany and France in their last two matches to reach this stage, and victory here would see them become the most successful nation in European Championship history.
Secrets of the London Underground (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 16th July 2024)
Waterloo. Series 4, episode 3. Tim Dunn and Siddy Holloway explore the forgotten tunnels underneath one of Britain’s busiest stations – Waterloo.
Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Thursday 18th July 2024)
West Yorkshire Valleys. Series 7, episode 3. The comedian explores the West Yorkshire Valleys, beginning in Keighley, and also visits Holmfirth, best known for being the setting of sitcom classic Last of the Summer Wine. Susan then heads to the rugged Ilkley Moor, and in the charming village of Upperthong, she investigates the sport of welly wanging. Last stop is York, where she visits the National Railway Museum.
All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.
Now done 80% of #walk1000miles – 2024
That’s me done 80% of #walk1000miles. So 800.68 miles down and 199.32 miles remaining!
Keep up-to-date with all my cycling and walking adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine
Getting ready for a cycle
Just a short video of myself. Getting ready to head out a cycle! Since it was raining, give me a good reason to wetsuit up!
This video was filmed using a Tapo 2K 4MP QHD Indoor Camera (Tapo C225). Which I use to keep an eye on Bugsy and Ted.