Distance: 14kmElevation: 780mTime: 4h49Accommodation: El Molinero I woke after a strangely restless night’s sleep. At first, having an enormous manor house entirely to ourselves had felt like a luxury. Then, somewhere in the middle of the night, my imagination decided to turn against me. I kept reminding myself how incredibly safe Spain is, but when…
Tag: Hiking with Mum
Hike 5: Espinama to Calameño
I have a thought today as I recline here on the softest couch, my head perched on an Orso (Bear) embroidered cushion. The birds dart around me, each calling at different pitches and rhythms. The sun creeps through a gap in the awning of this delightful glass room, while the scent of roses drifts towards…
Hike 2: Poncebos to Caín
One of the most spectacular hikes in the Picos de Europa, winding through dramatic gorges, cliffside paths and mountain tunnels before reaching the picture-perfect village of Caín. Alongside the breathtaking scenery came reflections on healing, growth and the unexpected moments that remind us how far we’ve travelled, both on the trail and within ourselves.
Picos Des Europa – The arrival
Travel Day
A long travel day from the coast to the mountains, complete with early morning bag repairs, Barcelona traffic, airport coffees and plenty of laughter. As the peaks of the Picos de Europa came into view, so did the excitement for the adventure ahead. A story about travel, family, recalculating ambitious hiking plans and the joy of exploring the mountains with my mum.
Finding Trust in Nature: Lessons from Pelion
I’ve been navigating a really turbulent time lately, sitting with and in pain, unearthing limiting beliefs, old wounds, and patterns that no longer serve the version of me I’m becoming. I’m sure that when the time is right, I’ll find the words to write about it all. But for now, my mind keeps drifting back…
my grateful plate 