Set off 6th July, Monday morning at 8:00pm. Lands End deserted apart from three weeping women. Covered first few miles so quickly that my entourage wondered where I'd got to!

Eventually they drove by and I was alone on my first leg. My day went well (the entourage's Fiesta didn't though). Covered 65 miles - in the saddle 4.5 hrs - and pitched bivvy OK after a little difficulty.

Had nice meal in restaurant overlooking the sea at Par Sands. Early night as quite tired and aiming to set off early next day. Will twitter on and of as I cannot update this blog myself - this entry and photograph have been done by the family. Thanks to everyone who are supporting me - I know that sponsorhip is still coming in and I may even top £1000 ?!