Got that right bet that all the home owners are wishing to live life like us no scenery we can not change and beholden to no one I go with god not mans law! Homes 4wAlls cell ,street prison wing, town is your prison,and I don't want to be stuck in a derelict post. Industrial cotton town that is the most deprived areas in theUK.so I refuse to stay in this poverty ridden region so I'm going to try with my dog to see if we can do the camping life?especially since I'm recovering from a smashed patella and I'm just getting back to feeling good ish?my dog from day one has helped me to get here she's been my physical therapist etc, and because I'm a lone wolf I've had to do everything all dog owners have to do?so much like having a small child to care for but I love her and she is my motivation and now reason to live!heres to getting out there soon knee permitting.my dog gave me the idea of going off grid cos I want her to see proper fields and see nature,not just noise of towns,cities,but the noise I just want my friend to be truly happy doggy forgot to tell you that she's a rescue dog who I took off cos she was going to be a breeder or fighter and she would of probably be dead now but for me getting her away now you have a small idea why I'm going to try going off grid!Ian.!
Seen a lot of hiking vids, done a few of my own hikes over the years. I know what it's like to pitch in the dark and not where your supposed to be. Your video was well done and was informative. Those "other" hiker folks that put out these videos make it look clean and perfect weather etc. yours a real demonstration of both kit and trail.
I love videos like this, I enjoy backpacking and camping and I love seeing locations in other countries. This is an amazing way of getting to see just how beautiful the the country is over there. Most of what we get fed in the US is London, the city stuff, it's always a thrill for me to see actual landscapes (and not just Big Ben and the Palace) this is gorgeous! thank you for sharing
I was looking for my first long distance hike and this video inspired me to give this one a try. I completed it over the August bank holiday and loved it. I had the same camping problem as you on the last night and camped near to where you did, but in some scrub behind trees, screened from the path. Traffic noise all night was a pain though! I really enjoy your videos, many thanks!
watching Pauls videos has inspired me to wild camp. on wed I'm going to camp in goat fell in arran for my first ever camping adventure thanks. hope I make it
I come from a smaller city in Germany called Ratingen, where a man build up the first spinning machine in continental europe, the landlords house is called "Haus Cromford", and now I know where this name comes from ;) additionally this was one of the first major incidents of industrial espionage, copying the waterframe. Thanks for sharing your trips!
I grew up in belper! Always been a Derbyshire lad, always brings a smile to my face seeing it on videos. It really is a hidden gem, so many cool places if you look hard enough.
Thanks Paul, Greetings from Australia. Enjoyed following your explore along the Derwent. I heard a familiar squeak in your pack, I have the Osprey Atmos 50, same sound. Love the idea of using the sleeping pad as a seat, as you did in your previous video. Shall experiment with that. Cheers TurtleMumma 👣🐢🇦🇺
I really like this video. I could hear the sound of the horse eating the grass. I like that the video sort of captures your changes in mood along with the interesting places you pass through.
Well I really enjoyed going on that trip with you . I'm just getting started hiking and camping. I'm 60 years old but I'm having a blast and guys like you have been my inspiration . Thank you for allowing me to come along with you. Dwayne
That looked like some serious miles Paul - well done. Hope the feet are recovered and that you didn't damage any toenails - nothing worse . The lack of camping sites makes me think I will stick to more rural walks, but enjoyed watching you do it. Looking forward to your follow up. ATB Phil
Thinking of hiking this trail in the winter coming up so thanks for this vid and for explaining how you were going to get home from the finish point as I was wondering that!
I enjoyed watching your video Paul - must have been a mixture of feelings when looking for that late pitch. Turned out well in the end eh. When you mentioned the three options I thought C as I was watching - push on a bit further and see what's there. About to watch your camp in the fog!
The random tower belongs to Peckwash mill, the mill is privately owned and is one of the mills of the Derwent Valley Mills world heritage site, I use to be the official illustrator of the Derwent Mills
A thoroughly enjoyable watch. If you wild camp just short of the next town and maybe head off the trail then you can stroll into civilisation next morning for breakfast. A very informative video. Atb Chris
Wow, that was some trip. Thanks for bringing us along Paul. You definitely look like you got the kit sussed. Keep up the good work and hopefully the blisters have gone. ATB
my longest sort of hiking stint was for my DofE when I went from Birling Gap to Alfriston. It was pretty good, ended up walking up and down the Severn Sisters and had lunch up there too
Thank you for your videos, I'm getting to see a side of England that I never would have seen. Can't wait to go back and do some of these hikes. Oh, I also switched from my vasque hiking boots to Altra Lone Peak shoes. My back and feet are much happier.
Hi Paul another great trip out. 20+miles every day is good going. You’re a brave man wearing the kilt, I much prefer the Rab kinetic trousers which are worn on their own. Looking forward to the next video
Cheers Dessie. The kilt is great to be honest. Not sure it's suitable for Snowdon in January though or high winds. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Quite local this one for me, your end point is indeed the Derwent meeting the Trent, If you had gone the other way down the Trent it also meets the River Soar. I live on a boat just down the Soar and have canoed round to and up the Derwent a few miles.
I love walking in Derbyshire (I live in Derby) but I wish I did it more often. Your videos are wonderfully relaxing and will hopefully make me venture out more often!
Great video Paul, i walked part of the Heritage way last year and really enjoyed it, where you camped on your last nights camp looked to be quite close to the Lawn farm.from what i remember. As an idea You will have to try the Dales way next, its the 50th year of the dales way this year. Top video Paul.
The Dales Way is on my list. We walked a little section a month ago. You are spot on with my camp location. hence my early exit. It was nice and flat though haha. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
This is so inspiring. So much of beautiful England and it’s history to see for free as you go along. So many exciting and adventurous weekends you can have for next to nothing (apart from ones initial kit lay out) This route is a godsend as my best mate lives in Froggatt and I have another close friend who lives in Sawley just a mile or so further on from Long Eaton so I’d have a bed for the night at one end and a bed for the night at the other. I would probably reduce my daily miles and preplan my camp sites though. Give me more recuperation time between days. Great video.
Dint know you were a Sheffield lad too ! That quilt looks amazing and more my idea of a good sleep as I’m not built for mummy bags. Thanks for the video. Saw lots of my old stomping ground 👍🏻 Uncle used to live in Darley Dale, right up the hillside.
Not even half way through. Already I am thinking this is one of the best videos I have watched on You Tube. I started watching your videos as Im thinking of doing a bit of bike packing on my ebike. Have been watching you for kit advice............. but one thing my friend you make a bloody good film
I'm truly inspired by your different hiking endeavors. Your country has unmatchable beauty and your guidance regarding the gears and all is both interesting as well as highly useful. Thanks and kind regards, 😊❤🤜
Cracking video loved it. Full of useful information as usual. You need to be on tv Paul. It’s great to watch your over nighters and your product reviews. Absolutely enjoyed it. And congratulations on your 50+ keep them coming 😊👍🏻
That was Ace👍. Interesting contrast between old past industrialisation and gentle countryside. From memory Matlock was where they filmed the brilliant"Dead man's shoes" so it was interesting to see that it was a lot nicer than in the movie.....and less violent. Good mileage too. Thanks for taking us on your journey 😀
Thanks Del. The walk is a good blend of many elements. Matlock is a nice town. No need to take body armour or pepper spray with you. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
If you're looking for pain free footwear, have a look at AKU boots. They don't really seem to have taken off in the UK that much, but they're the only ones I'll buy now, pain free from first wear, and never had a blister. Combined with HJ Hall Protek socks gives really comfortable walking.
Well done Paul. That's a good few miles under your belt with the light pack. I like the little villages and the old industrial buildings. Interested to see what kit worked and what didn't. I feel your pain with the aches and blisters. Can't do any serious hiking now without knee supports and poles. It won't stop me though....😉👣👣 Excellent watch as always mate. Take care............Andy👍
I would love to do that. Some of the place you travel to are epic. I wouldn't mind tagging along sometime if you're up for it? Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Used to camp out at some old lime kilns right near where you spent the second night, would've been perfect but you weren't to know. I grew up in Ripley but live in Florida now. Great video, brought back some fond memories.
This is a very nice descriptive video showing all the nicely manicured walkways and historic villages that make for an enjoyable stroll through the British countryside. Very nicely presented Paul. Its the sort of image that many of us from the Antipodes would expect to see when we venture to the mother land (Scotland for me- 5 generations back) which I hope won't be too long away. Paul a young bloke like you shouldn't be needing painkillers on such a pleasant hike your doing here. Blisters!! Mate the next time you buy a pair of hiking boots/shoes try wearing 2 pairs of heavy quality Merino woolen socks to the shop. You look quite restricted in your gait when viewed from behind. It appears your boots are far too tight and your feet need to be held in place by a couple of layers of woolen socks and not by the structure of your boots. Personal advice from over 55 years of daily work and hiking boot wear. A double layer of wool helps stop your feet sweating and becoming soft, hence blisters, but of course everyone has a different foot shape.
Well thank god for the Square & Compass mate, they turned up trumps... I really enjoyed this mate, had to watch in parts mind you, but a real cracking video that I will defo watch again this weekend on my TV... Stealth camp as well, good job you found somewhere, but still had the back up of a friend to rescue you... I love Matlock Bath been a few times, it's interesting to hear about the old Cotton Mill... You didn't seem to keen on the cable cars, lol... That's a great walk that, not too long either, but I think you need to look at the coast to coast next, then I can see if I fancy it... ;) Nice one Paul...
Loved this! For a more enjoyable experience I recommend picking up the White Peak Loop at Rowsley and following it all the way in to Matlock - it avoids having to walk along the A6 but still passes close to the Square and Compass at Darley Bridge for beer and/or camping.
I have just watched this Paul excellent video fills me with great expectations of trying to enter into my first camping trip I have slowly built up the gear just need to get myself a decent rucksack thank you very much Phill
I tell you what I do on my river walks Paul if coming into a town or decent village - I head for the sports pavilions or the church porch. I love to doss sometimes and it saves pitching. I let this one roll whilst squatting. Very enjoyable. Mark
I've been up those cable cars a couple of years ago. They were a lot of fun, if you don't mind heights. I also went in the cotton mill. Definetely recommend visiting the area to anyone who hasn't been.
Great video Paul. I’m thinking of doing some long distance walking trails like this. They will make a nice change from the hills. Wild camp, campsite or B+B. I guess keeping the pack as light as possible still applies to keep the enjoyment. Like the sponge idea too The dams at the beginning are where the Dambusters practiced for their famous raid in WW2 - there is a small museum To them ( only open sundays I think ?) thought you would have mentioned that ? Keep ‘em coming
There’s only one Paul Messner! Class mate! Going myself soon probably across brecon maybe lake langorse to the five waterfalls! First hike so hopefully a good one! Cheers for the motivation 👌
Great adventure Paul, all part of the fun getting cut short of places to pitch lol. Not heard of the stove make before. They look like they do some decent kit.
Not seen this one before. One of your best imho. Love your solo stuff. The Peak District has that amazing ability to be remote and beautiful one minute and urbanised confusion the next. Was with you when you were panicking about finding somewhere to camp. Video quality is amazing. Keep your channel going you have lots of supporters. Didn't realise you were a Sheffield lad.
Was meant to be doing the coast to coast end of May but looks likely will have to push it back and try for September time. This looks a great training walk for something that is longer distance, loved on your final nights camp you said you shouldn’t really be there but still got in some time to do gear reviews in the morning!
Great vid mate! Looking forward to a few hikes and canal boat trips in the UK. Chartered a canal boat in southern France a few years ago, and that was a great trip. The midlands canals look just as interesting to me.
I grew up in Belper....my dad worked at Belper Mill... I now live in little eaton....you could have pitched up in our garden! It's Make n ey....I got married at the Hall!
Enjoyed the vid Paul , looks like a pleasant hike , i will be doing the West Highland Way later this year and have been trying to lighten my carry weight , had a good few ideas from some of your posts. Hope the feet are ok
I'm only up to 6 mins or so but i get really mad at campsites who 'only do caravans' . Surely they can see you're not a partying madman (not on this trip anyway) or some yob. Really boils my p#@s
I've pitched on caravan sites and its been a nightmare. Tents usually segregated to near the play area. I've had football's hit my tent and the worry of broken tent poles. Some families caravaning with children are inconsiderate. On this occasion the caravan site looked quiet so perhaps OK but generally best to avoid. The rear garden of a pub is better.
A great few days hiking mate , rattled some miles in the first day . It looks a really nice hike that Heritage way . A bit of stealth camping was the order of the day No2 . The pack looked really comfortable and light atb Dave...
Nice video Paul & well done on the challenge. Start in the peaks one of my favourites did the Edale circuit couple of weekends ago & Curbar edge always a good destination for a quick 10miler. Not sure about tabbing through Derby though! Good to see how your kit worked out. Look forward to the next one.
Hi Paul, I have sat and watched your videos all day. I have never wild camped before but I am absolutely dying to get out once things open up again, thank you for your videos and keeping me entertained during lock down 3.0 🤙🏻🤙🏻
22:47 I thought you were squeezing the water into your boot! lol. Good video, cheers. Watch Pat Dickinsons videos for urban camping ideas, not sure it would be for me mind, the few times I've wild camped close to civilisation I've always been too conscious about being spotted by a farmer/landowner.
What a great video. Showing exactly what people miss by staying indoors instead of getting outdoors and seeing what Britain has to offer. Maybe you should think about doing a round Britain trip ???
Nice one Paul, the part where you complained about your legs and going up stairs in Belper was just about in my back garden, if I’d have known you could have camped over at mine LOL, where you ended up that night wasn’t ideal as you get some dodgy people going along there at times, me included on my bike 😂 me and @marktayloroutdoors did part of that route last year and you made it look easy! Great video but this doesn’t give you a full feeing of just how far it is, there’s not enough pain face 😂 💪👍 looking forward to the next one.
No need to lust after the fancy house brother, you’ve got freedom packed in your bag and a super positive attitude! Much more important 🙏
Lust can never be satisfied. That's the nature of lust.
First name Last name You will have what you visualize and believe in. Read “The Magic of Believing” by Claude Bristol.
@@tenminutetokyo2643 that's new age nonsense. Not only nonsense, but dangerous for your eternal soul too brother. Faith in Christ only
Got that right bet that all the home owners are wishing to live life like us no scenery we can not change and beholden to no one I go with god not mans law! Homes 4wAlls cell ,street prison wing, town is your prison,and I don't want to be stuck in a derelict post. Industrial cotton town that is the most deprived areas in theUK.so I refuse to stay in this poverty ridden region so I'm going to try with my dog to see if we can do the camping life?especially since I'm recovering from a smashed patella and I'm just getting back to feeling good ish?my dog from day one has helped me to get here she's been my physical therapist etc, and because I'm a lone wolf I've had to do everything all dog owners have to do?so much like having a small child to care for but I love her and she is my motivation and now reason to live!heres to getting out there soon knee permitting.my dog gave me the idea of going off grid cos I want her to see proper fields and see nature,not just noise of towns,cities,but the noise I just want my friend to be truly happy doggy forgot to tell you that she's a rescue dog who I took off cos she was going to be a breeder or fighter and she would of probably be dead now but for me getting her away now you have a small idea why I'm going to try going off grid!Ian.!
@@charityandgrace872 Faith in a myth used to enslave people in a death cult? No thanks.
Seen a lot of hiking vids, done a few of my own hikes over the years. I know what it's like to pitch in the dark and not where your supposed to be. Your video was well done and was informative. Those "other" hiker folks that put out these videos make it look clean and perfect weather etc. yours a real demonstration of both kit and trail.
Thank you. It's not all roses and sunshine on most trips. It's good to show how it really is. Glad you noticed. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Great video. Congrats on the 50+ mile hike! I enjoy getting to see the beautiful sites of England. Cheers from a US fan.
I love videos like this, I enjoy backpacking and camping and I love seeing locations in other countries. This is an amazing way of getting to see just how beautiful the the country is over there. Most of what we get fed in the US is London, the city stuff, it's always a thrill for me to see actual landscapes (and not just Big Ben and the Palace) this is gorgeous! thank you for sharing
I was looking for my first long distance hike and this video inspired me to give this one a try. I completed it over the August bank holiday and loved it. I had the same camping problem as you on the last night and camped near to where you did, but in some scrub behind trees, screened from the path. Traffic noise all night was a pain though! I really enjoy your videos, many thanks!
"I'm having a pint either way" that got you a subscribe.
watching Pauls videos has inspired me to wild camp. on wed I'm going to camp in goat fell in arran for my first ever camping adventure thanks. hope I make it
Good luck
Nice to watch your hike! Thanks for sharing.
I come from a smaller city in Germany called Ratingen, where a man build up the first spinning machine in continental europe, the landlords house is called "Haus Cromford", and now I know where this name comes from ;) additionally this was one of the first major incidents of industrial espionage, copying the waterframe. Thanks for sharing your trips!
I grew up in belper! Always been a Derbyshire lad, always brings a smile to my face seeing it on videos. It really is a hidden gem, so many cool places if you look hard enough.
Thanks Paul, Greetings from Australia. Enjoyed following your explore along the Derwent. I heard a familiar squeak in your pack, I have the Osprey Atmos 50, same sound. Love the idea of using the sleeping pad as a seat, as you did in your previous video. Shall experiment with that. Cheers TurtleMumma 👣🐢🇦🇺
I really like this video. I could hear the sound of the horse eating the grass. I like that the video sort of captures your changes in mood along with the interesting places you pass through.
Well I really enjoyed going on that trip with you . I'm just getting started hiking and camping. I'm 60 years old but I'm having a blast and guys like you have been my inspiration . Thank you for allowing me to come along with you.
Dwayne
That looked like some serious miles Paul - well done. Hope the feet are recovered and that you didn't damage any toenails - nothing worse . The lack of camping sites makes me think I will stick to more rural walks, but enjoyed watching you do it. Looking forward to your follow up. ATB Phil
Still don’t know how I came across this channel, but me and our lass love it 😂!
Thinking of hiking this trail in the winter coming up so thanks for this vid and for explaining how you were going to get home from the finish point as I was wondering that!
Subbed a couple of days ago. Love your style! So interesting and relaxing. Keep up the good work Sir 😊
Beautiful area, love the stonework in the villages.
Lovely trail that is. Beautiful scenery.
Another great video Paul the heritage way sounds and looks great thank you
I enjoyed watching your video Paul - must have been a mixture of feelings when looking for that late pitch. Turned out well in the end eh. When you mentioned the three options I thought C as I was watching - push on a bit further and see what's there. About to watch your camp in the fog!
It was getting a bit grim. I was tired but had to push on. I knew something would turn up even if it was in a sports field. Thanks for watching
Really enjoy your videos, Paul. Keep up the great work!
This trip looks badass.
These videos are really inspiring to me, haven't been proper walking for years.
The random tower belongs to Peckwash mill, the mill is privately owned and is one of the mills of the Derwent Valley Mills world heritage site, I use to be the official illustrator of the Derwent Mills
Thank you for that. It was bugging me at the time as I couldn't find the info
If you need other info on places/history in peak district area let me know, I am a mountain leader
A thoroughly enjoyable watch. If you wild camp just short of the next town and maybe head off the trail then you can stroll into civilisation next morning for breakfast. A very informative video. Atb Chris
Beautiful countryside. You are blessed to live in such a wonderful area.
Great job Paul, that was some hike. Once again thanks again for the great entertainment and a very informative video along the way mate.
Wow, that was some trip. Thanks for bringing us along Paul. You definitely look like you got the kit sussed. Keep up the good work and hopefully the blisters have gone. ATB
Blisters all gone now thanks. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Excellent upload,lovely scenery and showing how real hiking and camping in the UK is. 👍🏻
Beautiful landscape, great video! Congratulation. Cheers from Switzerland!
Great video! I've binged watched all your videos over the last few days and found them all to be really Interesting keep up the good work
Glad you are enjoying the videos. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
my longest sort of hiking stint was for my DofE when I went from Birling Gap to Alfriston. It was pretty good, ended up walking up and down the Severn Sisters and had lunch up there too
Thank you for your videos, I'm getting to see a side of England that I never would have seen. Can't wait to go back and do some of these hikes. Oh, I also switched from my vasque hiking boots to Altra Lone Peak shoes. My back and feet are much happier.
Good effort mate, covered a good distance there. I'm moving to the Derby area soon, so thank you for showing me some of the area. 👍
I'm glad that you found it useful. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Hi Paul another great trip out. 20+miles every day is good going. You’re a brave man wearing the kilt, I much prefer the Rab kinetic trousers which are worn on their own. Looking forward to the next video
Cheers Dessie. The kilt is great to be honest. Not sure it's suitable for Snowdon in January though or high winds. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Such a beautiful landscape!
Love the sponge idea. Wish there were places that beautiful to hike here in Texas.
Nice, calm video. I love the enthusiasm on different sights
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching
Quite local this one for me, your end point is indeed the Derwent meeting the Trent, If you had gone the other way down the Trent it also meets the River Soar. I live on a boat just down the Soar and have canoed round to and up the Derwent a few miles.
I love walking in Derbyshire (I live in Derby) but I wish I did it more often. Your videos are wonderfully relaxing and will hopefully make me venture out more often!
Great video Paul, i walked part of the Heritage way last year and really enjoyed it, where you camped on your last nights camp looked to be quite close to the Lawn farm.from what i remember. As an idea You will have to try the Dales way next, its the 50th year of the dales way this year. Top video Paul.
The Dales Way is on my list. We walked a little section a month ago. You are spot on with my camp location. hence my early exit. It was nice and flat though haha. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Very enjoyable watch. Thanks for sharing it.
Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
This is so inspiring. So much of beautiful England and it’s history to see for free as you go along. So many exciting and adventurous weekends you can have for next to nothing (apart from ones initial kit lay out) This route is a godsend as my best mate lives in Froggatt and I have another close friend who lives in Sawley just a mile or so further on from Long Eaton so I’d have a bed for the night at one end and a bed for the night at the other. I would probably reduce my daily miles and preplan my camp sites though. Give me more recuperation time between days. Great video.
Dint know you were a Sheffield lad too !
That quilt looks amazing and more my idea of a good sleep as I’m not built for mummy bags.
Thanks for the video. Saw lots of my old stomping ground 👍🏻
Uncle used to live in Darley Dale, right up the hillside.
Not even half way through. Already I am thinking this is one of the best videos I have watched on You Tube. I started watching your videos as Im thinking of doing a bit of bike packing on my ebike. Have been watching you for kit advice............. but one thing my friend you make a bloody good film
I'm truly inspired by your different hiking endeavors. Your country has unmatchable beauty and your guidance regarding the gears and all is both interesting as well as highly useful. Thanks and kind regards, 😊❤🤜
Cracking video loved it. Full of useful information as usual. You need to be on tv Paul. It’s great to watch your over nighters and your product reviews. Absolutely enjoyed it. And congratulations on your 50+ keep them coming 😊👍🏻
Thank you Robert. I can't see the BBC knocking my door down any time soon. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Great video Paul. I’m really looking forward to organising my 53 mile Sheffield Country Way next year after seeing this video. Thanks.
Did you post this in one of the groups? I need to check it out as it’s so close to home. Hope you had a great Christmas
@@PaulMessner hi Paul. Yes I posted it on your page. If your up for it I’d be chuffed to walk with you.
@@summitupmark5615 I’ll check it out and get back to you. Remind me in the new year please
Crazy mix of backpacking and urban environments. Beautiful out there!
That was Ace👍. Interesting contrast between old past industrialisation and gentle countryside. From memory Matlock was where they filmed the brilliant"Dead man's shoes" so it was interesting to see that it was a lot nicer than in the movie.....and less violent. Good mileage too. Thanks for taking us on your journey 😀
Thanks Del. The walk is a good blend of many elements. Matlock is a nice town. No need to take body armour or pepper spray with you. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Excellent video. You've inspired me to start planning a bikepacking weekend along your route!
If you're looking for pain free footwear, have a look at AKU boots. They don't really seem to have taken off in the UK that much, but they're the only ones I'll buy now, pain free from first wear, and never had a blister. Combined with HJ Hall Protek socks gives really comfortable walking.
Well done Paul. That's a good few miles under your belt with the light pack. I like the little villages and the old industrial buildings. Interested to see what kit worked and what didn't. I feel your pain with the aches and blisters. Can't do any serious hiking now without knee supports and poles. It won't stop me though....😉👣👣
Excellent watch as always mate. Take care............Andy👍
thank you Andy. My knees have seen better days too. Too much football. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Great looking walk and very nice scenery. Maybe one day you might think about doing the TGO challenge up my neck of the woods.
I would love to do that. Some of the place you travel to are epic. I wouldn't mind tagging along sometime if you're up for it? Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
@@PaulMessner Anytime mate.
I'd rather have your backpack and freedom than any large house! ATB to you and thanks for a lovely video!
Hi paul come up to the west coast of scotland youl will love it mate great vid as always
we bought some carding machines from that mill you shown, it was a nice trip down there so i imagine its a better walk!
nice little memory you pulled out of me there thanks haha
Used to camp out at some old lime kilns right near where you spent the second night, would've been perfect but you weren't to know.
I grew up in Ripley but live in Florida now.
Great video, brought back some fond memories.
My neck of the woods. Great video. You’re doing a superb job.
This is a very nice descriptive video showing all the nicely manicured walkways and historic villages that make for an enjoyable stroll through the British countryside. Very nicely presented Paul. Its the sort of image that many of us from the Antipodes would expect to see when we venture to the mother land (Scotland for me- 5 generations back) which I hope won't be too long away. Paul a young bloke like you shouldn't be needing painkillers on such a pleasant hike your doing here. Blisters!! Mate the next time you buy a pair of hiking boots/shoes try wearing 2 pairs of heavy quality Merino woolen socks to the shop. You look quite restricted in your gait when viewed from behind. It appears your boots are far too tight and your feet need to be held in place by a couple of layers of woolen socks and not by the structure of your boots. Personal advice from over 55 years of daily work and hiking boot wear. A double layer of wool helps stop your feet sweating and becoming soft, hence blisters, but of course everyone has a different foot shape.
Well thank god for the Square & Compass mate, they turned up trumps... I really enjoyed this mate, had to watch in parts mind you, but a real cracking video that I will defo watch again this weekend on my TV... Stealth camp as well, good job you found somewhere, but still had the back up of a friend to rescue you... I love Matlock Bath been a few times, it's interesting to hear about the old Cotton Mill... You didn't seem to keen on the cable cars, lol... That's a great walk that, not too long either, but I think you need to look at the coast to coast next, then I can see if I fancy it... ;) Nice one Paul...
Loved this! For a more enjoyable experience I recommend picking up the White Peak Loop at Rowsley and following it all the way in to Matlock - it avoids having to walk along the A6 but still passes close to the Square and Compass at Darley Bridge for beer and/or camping.
I have just watched this Paul excellent video fills me with great expectations of trying to enter into my first camping trip I have slowly built up the gear just need to get myself a decent rucksack thank you very much Phill
Brilliant video again. Well done on completing the massive hike!! Well done Paul 👍🏼
I tell you what I do on my river walks Paul if coming into a town or decent village - I head for the sports pavilions or the church porch. I love to doss sometimes and it saves pitching. I let this one roll whilst squatting. Very enjoyable. Mark
Cheers Mark. I did contemplate two cricket pavillions along the route. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
@@PaulMessner Maybe next time dive into one. It was a good trail. A pleasure to watch.
Congratulations Paul on a fantastic trail absolutely brilliant vlog and on my doorstep too.. hopefully bamford edge soon...
I've been up those cable cars a couple of years ago. They were a lot of fun, if you don't mind heights. I also went in the cotton mill. Definetely recommend visiting the area to anyone who hasn't been.
Great video Paul. I’m thinking of doing some long distance walking trails like this. They will make a nice change from the hills.
Wild camp, campsite or B+B. I guess keeping the pack as light as possible still applies to keep the enjoyment. Like the sponge idea too
The dams at the beginning are where the Dambusters practiced for their famous raid in WW2 - there is a small museum
To them ( only open sundays I think ?) thought you would have mentioned that ? Keep ‘em coming
There’s only one Paul Messner! Class mate! Going myself soon probably across brecon maybe lake langorse to the five waterfalls! First hike so hopefully a good one! Cheers for the motivation 👌
Nice one Paul. Looking forward to the next one.
Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Great adventure Paul, all part of the fun getting cut short of places to pitch lol. Not heard of the stove make before. They look like they do some decent kit.
Not seen this one before. One of your best imho. Love your solo stuff. The Peak District has that amazing ability to be remote and beautiful one minute and urbanised confusion the next. Was with you when you were panicking about finding somewhere to camp. Video quality is amazing. Keep your channel going you have lots of supporters. Didn't realise you were a Sheffield lad.
I'm an adopted Yorkshireman
Excellent video sir! That’s a great watch ! Inspiring! Well done you for getting out there! That was a lot of miles on day 1!!
It's quite a lot carrying a pack but worth the effort. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Well done !!! Excellent tips and advise as always !!! Well done
Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Brilliant video thanks Paul
Was meant to be doing the coast to coast end of May but looks likely will have to push it back and try for September time. This looks a great training walk for something that is longer distance, loved on your final nights camp you said you shouldn’t really be there but still got in some time to do gear reviews in the morning!
You started where I went horse riding and ended where I went boating. So many happy weekends.
Cracking video mate fair play. Looked a great walk thanks for taken us along.
Just stumbled upon this mate.....very good vid, really well made and informative....thanks for your efforts...
oh you got something!!!!!! note to self , finish watching before commenting.
My mate is from Matlok used to drive that little train and work on the boating lake as a summer student job :)
Great vid mate! Looking forward to a few hikes and canal boat trips in the UK. Chartered a canal boat in southern France a few years ago, and that was a great trip. The midlands canals look just as interesting to me.
Really enjoying your vlogs Paul. They bring back memories of when I used to enjoy the great outdoors! Keep up the good work!
I grew up in Belper....my dad worked at Belper Mill...
I now live in little eaton....you could have pitched up in our garden!
It's Make n ey....I got married at the Hall!
Enjoyed the vid Paul , looks like a pleasant hike , i will be doing the West Highland Way later this year and have been trying to lighten my carry weight , had a good few ideas from some of your posts. Hope the feet are ok
Feet are good now thanks. The WHW is something I want to do also. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
I'm only up to 6 mins or so but i get really mad at campsites who 'only do caravans' . Surely they can see you're not a partying madman (not on this trip anyway) or some yob. Really boils my p#@s
My p*ss was bubbling too Billy. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
They are daft as a brush if they dont recognise you from youtube or google you. People can see your filming fools
It probably wasn’t due to not being a ‘madman’ it was most likely due to their insurance policy. So not personal. I understand his frustration. 😁
I've pitched on caravan sites and its been a nightmare. Tents usually segregated to near the play area. I've had football's hit my tent and the worry of broken tent poles. Some families caravaning with children are inconsiderate. On this occasion the caravan site looked quiet so perhaps OK but generally best to avoid. The rear garden of a pub is better.
English people type funny.
A great few days hiking mate , rattled some miles in the first day . It looks a really nice hike that Heritage way . A bit of stealth camping was the order of the day No2 . The pack looked really comfortable and light atb Dave...
Really happy with the kit I took Dave. May need to look at some new footwear though. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Love it - thank you for taking us with you!
Nice video Paul & well done on the challenge. Start in the peaks one of my favourites did the Edale circuit couple of weekends ago & Curbar edge always a good destination for a quick 10miler. Not sure about tabbing through Derby though! Good to see how your kit worked out. Look forward to the next one.
The first 2 days were definitely the more picturesque. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Hi Paul, I have sat and watched your videos all day. I have never wild camped before but I am absolutely dying to get out once things open up again, thank you for your videos and keeping me entertained during lock down 3.0 🤙🏻🤙🏻
22:47 I thought you were squeezing the water into your boot! lol. Good video, cheers. Watch Pat Dickinsons videos for urban camping ideas, not sure it would be for me mind, the few times I've wild camped close to civilisation I've always been too conscious about being spotted by a farmer/landowner.
Brilliant video as always Paul love it 👍👍
Great channel, really enjoy that you are just being you 👍🏻
Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
What a great video. Showing exactly what people miss by staying indoors instead of getting outdoors and seeing what Britain has to offer. Maybe you should think about doing a round Britain trip ???
If I had the time I would Danny
U the man messner! Always enjoy watching your videos!
Cheers Thomas. Thanks for watching. Best wishes Paul
Great video Paul, loved seeing an area of the world I most likely will never get to visit.
Nice one Paul, the part where you complained about your legs and going up stairs in Belper was just about in my back garden, if I’d have known you could have camped over at mine LOL, where you ended up that night wasn’t ideal as you get some dodgy people going along there at times, me included on my bike 😂 me and @marktayloroutdoors did part of that route last year and you made it look easy! Great video but this doesn’t give you a full feeing of just how far it is, there’s not enough pain face 😂 💪👍 looking forward to the next one.
DownHillCol yeah I recognised that bridge in froggat Col 👍🏻
Another nice video Paul, thank you. I enjoyed it.
Thanks for watching Ian. Best wishes Paul
really enjoyed this paul you should do more of these multi day hikes !