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For over ten years I have known I would walk from Lands End to John O’Groats, cross-country. This is not something to be undertaken lightly but when the chance came for a sabbatical from work the planning really began.

At that time Dan Hawkes joined the party, which provided the possibility of sharing the load of the communal items as well as companionship (i.e. someone to blame when it all goes wrong) and a much needed safety net in case one of us suffers an injury.

We will leave on Saturday 1st July 2006 to start the 70 day, 1100 mile walk and will be carrying a pack weighing approximately 23 kilos containing essential lightweight kit. I will be avoiding all built up areas and using tracks and bridleways at all possible times.

Water will be replenished by using natural sources and water purifier. Food will be selected to meet out 5000 calories per day need and picked up at village post offices at three to four day intervals.

The route and equipment planning is immense which is on top of the physical training readying for walking 16 miles everyday for ten weeks carrying a fully loaded pack.

Currently I am employed as a Joint Managing Director and am hoping to use the business relations to raise approximately £6000 and use the trip as a fundraiser as well as a personal challenge.

Dan is employed by Pfizer who also list the Kent Air Ambulance (our chosen charity) as one of their chosen charities.

If all goes well we should be in John O’Groats on the 9th September 2006 for a much welcome bath and beer.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Kent Air Ambulance Trust will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

So please sponsor us now!

For more information on our walk (training, background, progress etc) please visit our site at our official site.

Many thanks for your support,
Justin &Dan

Better late than never - a massive well done to both of you. Donation by Sally Durham 12/10/06  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well Done Boys! An AWSOME achievement Donation by Big Bro Mark and Family 27/09/06  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Massive achievement guys, well done Donation by Geoff Crouch 25/09/06  

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an epic achievement - well done !! Donation by gordon johnson 23/09/06  

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Justin - your Nan has told me all about your marvellous adventure. Well done to you both Donation by Irene (Nan's Friend) 20/09/06  

£5.00

Seems a slow jog as a woman completed this distance in 12 day this week!!!!! Donation by Jeff Twyman 19/09/06  

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You are the champions...my friends! Donation by Stevie Mark Xander & Freya 18/09/06  

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Good Job Boys!! Donation by Laura 16/09/06  

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These boots are made for walking!!!!!!! Donation by Joseph Giardina 12/09/06  

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Awesome! Donation by Joanna Bozza 07/09/06  

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Wonderful stuff! Donation by Jan 06/09/06  

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Jolly fine effort chaps Donation by len godden 01/09/06  

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Sorry the donation's a bit lat boys, drinks are on me when you get back! Donation by Les Jackson 30/08/06  

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Donation by Josh 28/08/06  

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Well done keep going - from Juna and all the family Donation by Juna 28/08/06  

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run, Forest, run! Donation by Anna 23/08/06  

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Total Respect and admiration for you both, well done guys. Looking forward to seeing you soon! Donation by Dean, Maria, Mia & Ellie the Dog (God help me) 22/08/06  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck to you both, fair play for doing it, must be hard, but starting to think rather be you. Donation by Jonesy 21/08/06  

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Well done, keep going and dont eat each other! Donation by Lucy, Jason, Peter and Joel 18/08/06  

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Eric wishes he was with you! WOOF! Donation by Charles 13/08/06  

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keep your best feet forward!! Donation by lukey 13/08/06  

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you're going great guns! Keep going lads Donation by dad hawkes 12/08/06  

£200.00 + £56.41 Gift Aid

Great effort, just keep going, lots love. Donation by Kev,Lou,Liam&Elie 11/08/06  

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A great idea! Hope it all goes well. Donation by Tom Courtney, Alpro Ltd 07/08/06  

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wishing you warm weather and cool feet! Donation by vicky 02/08/06  

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If you zoom in enough on the satellite map, you can actually see you two walking... Donation by Trousers 31/07/06  

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remember the water and look after your feet Donation by Mandy 30/07/06  

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Apologies for the late arrival!! Hope the weather cools down for you guys. Brilliant effort Donation by Wayne (Big Bro) 29/07/06  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

good on u lads Donation by anonymous 29/07/06  

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Good Luck Donation by jonathan rose 27/07/06  

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