I walked 100k from London to Brighton,
In 2013, I completed this magnificent feat,
Across the South Downs I travelled,
My pre event training upholding me in the sweltering heat.
Over the hilly terrain and stiles at times I climbed,
My stamina tested beyond belief,
At each comfort stop my weary feet rested,
My energy restored with great relief.
I conquered two killer hills at 50k,
In the dark, glowsticks illuminated my paths through the night,
I contemplated whether I should give up this trek,
My spirit however encouraged by dawn and the break of light.
Over 24 hours I had trekked through the heart of the Sussex countryside,
My love affair with Brighton had developed in an interesting way,
Only a couple more hours remained before I reached the finish line,
What interesting surprises would this trek bring forth today?
In the South Downs I approached the end of this trek,
I walked through the finish at Brighton Racecourse to a round of applause and cheers,
I had achieved a major walking achievement in my life as well as a medal,
I sipped a complimentary glass of Prosecco, the memory of walking London to Brighton will be with me for years
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FineBul (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: In the past I have participated in several trek walking challenges. In 2013 , I did a walking trek from London to Brighton 100k. I have always loved BRIGHTON, my favourite seaside resort. Completing the 2013 London to Brighton trek was certainly a physical labour of love where I saw Brighton in a whole different light. Enjoy FineB
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May the strength in your mind that helped you complete the walk always be with you.
When I was a lot younger it was the 50 mile London to Brighton walk.
Hi Goldfinch60,
Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed the poem.
I am happy I did the trek when I did. 25 k challenges are my speciality now and more manageable.
Keep writing FineB
A fine write there Fine. I was worn out only walking to the Co-op and back. mid you, it was 10 miles each way. lol.
Happy Birthday too, yes?! The date format on here would show 9/16. It does not exist in UK format!
Hello Orchidee,
Tbank you.
Many tbanks for the birthday greetings.
I'd think twice before doing a 100k again but I have paid tribute to Brighton in a memorable way.
The South Downs is one of my favourite places to walk in the UK.
Keep writing FineB
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