
Almost there…
Mull of Kinytre to Kilberry As a classic introduction to Scotland, I spent the night fighting…

Acts of human kindness, part 2
An important shout-out to my friend Anthony, from Kennexstone campsite in Wales, for always being so…

A big crossing… So close yet so far
Isle of Man to Northern Ireland Prior to this crossing, I woke up in my tent…

A big day: Moelfre to Port St Mary (Isle of Man)
Up before the larks at 2.30am! No rest for the wicked I guess… Tides flows west…
Video content!
I’m attempting – when data connections allow – to upload videos on my trip. Here are…

The Journey continues
Overview: port eynon – tenby – freshwater west – st davids – cardigan – LLyanrhystud – …

Refuel and Resupply – the Gower
A red warning for wind lead to 3 days of rest in the Gower after the…

Progress map glitch (fixed!)
The map is working again now! If you’ve been following progress, you’ll have realised there’s currently…

Paddle updates – Channel Crossing!
Read below for my paddle updates detailing the journey from Newquay to Wales including my Channel…

The Journey so far
PADDLE DAY 1 : Plymouth Marine Aquarium to Looe My first day I encountered pretty strong…

Press Release
Retired firefighter takes on epic kayak challenge for charity This week, a retired Bath firefighter has…

Finally Paddling
This morning (13th May) at 9am, my adventure finally began! Starting nearby Plymouth Aquarium, I set…

Equipment List
Sea P&H Scorpio HV MKII scudderWerner Corryvreckan cranked paddlesShuna straight back up paddlesPlayboater DeckKokatat Odyssey dry…

Wellbeing. What’s the big deal?
WELLBEING. Whats the big deal? This section may not be for everyone. I have included a…

Peoples Fundraising page now live
My Peoples Fundraising page is now live and active – please visit peoplesfundraising.com/donation/bigbluekayak to make a…

Trip details (for the Kayakers)
This trip has been a lot of effort to plan and put together. What makes me…

Wildlife sightings (for the nature lovers)
As I go around the coast I am hoping to encounter some fantastic wildlife. This I…

Preparation – how much?
It has been debatable – how much preparation should I do spending weeks on small warm…