Aka Edinburgh the birthplace of Harry in theory, where JK Rowling penned some of her works and certainly the 7th book Deathly Hallows.

Also in prep for the marathon I spent time running around the city including a parkrun at Holyrood and Arthur’s Seat and again along the Leith river. These were particular highlights!

Summer has gone
Was it ever here?
I am summer
So are you
Let's make it last forever

National Trust treasure documents the ownership of this thatched bungalow. The centre also documents the act of union which was a failure for the Cathloics in 1800 by effectively succeeding power to London.

Great race up UK’s largest mountain outside Scotland. Finished in 2 hrs almost on the dot. Wet conditions were cooling.

The race went okay. I had misjudged a 300m climb two-thirds in and had to pace out a few leaps. The night before I realised this but had done enough distance runs to keep myself positive of making the cut-off at 1hr near summit. The top was refreshingly cool and aided a smooth-ish descent.

Today I needed a rest so attended Conwys Castle for tired runners!

I’m here for a mountain race on Saturday. After an unsuccessful trip to two barbers I finally caved and opted for forest trail direction swallows waterfall.

Last night’s run still keeping the heart going but ideally early is best. Found a church and trinket shop Bob Dydd. I wonder why?

Tomorrow I’ll be up Snowdon at 1085m.

Day 1 and I’ve already topped Table Mountain. Low season means no queues just unparalleled views. I’m slightly dizzied by looking up at the equator.

Day 1 and I’ve already topped Table Mountain. Low season means no queues just unparalleled views. I’m slightly dizzied by looking up at the equator.

Took a couple of days to explore Lisbon. Highlights Pena and Geronimoes cathedral

Ticked of my list Sintra Palace, Pena, Geronimoes cathedral, and Belém. Streets are lined with tiled buildings. Highlight was getting into Pena and seeing the high level dining rooms. Ferdinando II had some resolve to see his buildings to completion.

Lovely city, romantic and lively. Met friends at Praca do commerciale, scene of regal assassination in early 1900s. Dined in Pink area. Tomorrow Sintra Palace.