Cambridge United vs Ipswich Town Pre Season Game
Although Kevin Beattie was never on the books at Cambridge United, it was a very pleasant surprise to be guests at CUFC when they entertained Ipswich Town in a pre-season friendly at the Abbey Stadium. I cannot thank the personnel enough especially Wendy Glancy for the way my partner and I were looked after for the day. The
Clacton to Colchester
Having done a coastal walk from Clacton to Frinton and back, followed by a walk around London visting various Football Clubs, it was time to do my first proper Town to Town walk hitting roads, traffic, lack of walkways and experiencing some hectic moments! I decided to venture to Colchester and unlike my previous training walks, this was one
A Trip Around London
Since I decided to do this massive walk challenge, my friend and I have been lucky in having some big supporters already such as Sir Ian Botham and Ossie Ardiles - see supporters page. Also Jeff Stelling has invited us to join him on his last leg of his 4 walk in 4 days challenge walking from West Ham
First Day Training
Woke up and decided it’s now or never and no more excuses! As I set out of my flat I could hear The Beat’s voice saying “Come on Pal, you can do this” and to be honest that was all I needed. The walk into Town was not perhaps the best start as it was a journey I
England’s Lost Colossus
People often ask what made Kevin Beattie so special, but aside from being a humble, wonderful man, his talents on the pitch were what most people would fondly remember him for. The video below, whilst just a small sample of his talent, is a perfect indication of what made Kevin Beattie so special on the football pitch.
Brunton Park, Carlisle United Ground
The starting point of our journey, Brunton Park is a football stadium and the home of Carlisle United FC. It is situated in the city of Carlisle, Cumbria and has a certified capacity for the 2011/12 season of 18,202. The ground opened in 1909. Brunton Park's grandstand burned down in 1953 and the stadium flooded completely in 2005 and
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