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I pass a track. It travels northwards along Kent's coastline, passing spectacular chalk cliffs, sandy beaches, bays and rock pools to reach Reculver. So much mud is exposed in Pegwell Bay when the sea retreats, combined with the high salt content meaning that the mud doesnt freeze, results in huge numbers of waders and wildfowl feeding and resting here. Click on the little box in the corner to follow the trail (the little detour you can see is where I found the cows). The foodstuff that gained its very name from this town. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". London born and bred, I have previously moved to the South West, and now Yorkshire, mixed in with some van life, looking for all the best places for hiking. Im sure youll enjoy it Lizzie, and lets hope for some good weather. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Though shortlived, the Hoverlloyd operations live on, if now just hosted by YouTube. Updated page: this stretch is now open to the public. The Viking Coastal Trail begins at the village of Cliffsend near Ramsgate. All SR.N4 hoveraft were phased out from 1991, replaced by catamarans. See information about all stretches in preparation around Englands coast. I wonder what they have been up to. Ramsgate was one of the main embarkation harbours during the Napoleonic wars. This part of the walk is very pleasant. You will now be walking in Stonelees Nature Reserve. When King Ethelbert converted to Christianity, he could not have conceived of how many people would be inspired following in his footsteps. If the Germans landed in this accessible bay (invading like the Vikings before them) their tanks would be obstructed by this concrete line. Both estimations allow for time to read the leaflet and enjoy each point listed on the trail. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The lake has a reputation for large carp, including Big Girl, a Mirror Carp weighing around 39lb that gets caught a couple of times each year. Walk to Sandwich along this charming coastal route with views of the Channel and Goodwin Sands. Make your own way back to Deal, once you have rested and enjoyed Sandwich. The England Coast Path takes a sharp turn back on itself when Sandwich is reached as it follows the tidal river out to the coast, passing Bloody Point as it does so. It was great, but a bit challenging. John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich did not have time to sit for a meal due to his gambling habits, his valet was ordered to bring him meat tucked between two pieces of bread.