Day 3: Broad Blunsdon to Somerford Keynes

We started out today in full waterproofs, in anticipation of the worst, and were not disappointed. After some quiet tracks and damp grassy paths, we followed the Thames to Cricklade, passing under the A419 which was originally the Roman Ermin Street. Highlights of the day were the delicious pasties from Michael Hart, the Cricklade butcher, and the lovely flowery water meadows there.

We had walked this section of the Thames Path before, on a rainy day in early spring, and I’d hoped it would seem more appealing in summer, but not today.  The path zigzags around the flooded gravel pits of the Cotswold Water Park, but there are few interesting views, and we didn’t see much wildlife apart from one Little Egret.

We’re staying at our first ever Airbnb tonight and very comfortable it is too. All going well apart from the weather and let’s hope there’s something amusing to write about tomorrow before you all lose interest!  Nearly forgot… 13.7 miles today.