After being dropped off this morning the route climbs up Croy Hill which was shrouded in most and you can see spots of the Roman forts and it was quite spooky like a centurion might appear out of the swirling mist before you, especially with the church bell tolling in the distance. (I was gong to add a video clip but it took too long to upload)
Today started out in splendid fashion by meeting two of the most amazing people. Libby at Allanfauld farm B&B was a fantastic host and has possibly the best B&B in Scotland, not only did she provide first class accommodation and breakfast but also donated to my fundraising and gave me a lift to the JMW to pick up the path again. Then on the towpath heading out of Kilsyth I met an amazing guy called Ben Smith who is running 401 consecutive marathons!!! He gave me inspiration and apparently vice versa as he mentions www.the401challenge.co.uk in his blog
After following the towpath through to Bonnybridge the route passes through another Roman fort before dropping down to the amazing Falkirk wheel and visitor centre. There is also a mini Kelpies structure to view before heading out to the real thing at Helix park. The Kelpies are absolutely immense and take your breath away and particularly beautiful in the evening sunset.
Had to run out to the Kelpies to get the best of the fading light and after running back it was time to search out more European football and dinner , unfortunately or fortunately as they lost 5-0 on aggregate I couldn't find Spurs game live so ended up watching the scousers vs the mancs. Dinner was taken at Johnston's restaurant and bar and very nice it was too, the experience was made even better by the guys serving who were both chatty and friendly.
So day 5 and onwards Eastwards to my shed at Bo'ness
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