We set off at around 9.30, with some hot weather neccesating plenty of sun cream.

The terrain was fairly flat as we followed the coast towards Helmsdale. However, once past Helmsdale the hill became severe and there was a steep climb for about 4 miles, a steep decent and then another steep climb.

Once out of the Berrisdale Briars we continued on towards lathreonwheel, where we stopped for lunch.

Jam, crackers and flapjack later we set off again and decided to find a b+b in about 10 miles. 10 miles came and went and we found nothing suitable, and so we continued onto Wick where we found a nice B+B for £20 (down from £25).

There the lady made us feel most welcome, and we had showers, relaxed for a while then went to Summerfield to buy some food. Quiche, crisps and reduced sandwitches fitted the bill, and were ate in a local park.

We went to bed fairly late after playing a long game of monopoly.

Distance: 56.3 miles [14.0 mph average] (Cumulative: 831 miles)

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