Housestead to Chollerford

Day 7, Sunday, September 22

10 miles

Another up and down day but less up and down than yesterday. Unfortunately for my gut, it’s mostly ibuprofen getting me through the hip and knee pain. Still, no blisters, blue skies, and amazing views.

We stayed at the George Hotel in Chollerford. It is a 17th century building, redone inside so it looks more 1940s, and, at least in our room, lacking hot water, so not as charming as one might hope. Up until now, the accommodations have been way more lux than we expected so we just spent the night and walked on without complaint.

I was fascinated by a couple of Temples of Mithras along the trail. The book suggests the spiritual practice was roughly equivalent to Scientology.