ME, although not in one day!

Thats an emotive subject; friends of mine that have been walking LDPs for many years adopt this 'single journey' only stance. Also that backpacking is the only real way. I tend to disagree, its horses for courses as far as Im concerned, but having said that Im going back in 2012 to try the PW again after completing it in two bites last year (got sick 60 miles from end an ha to come home for a few weeks before returning). However people do it Im sure we all agree its an awesome walk.

Got to agree with that. During my 5 day C2C last September everyone I met doing the route, all seemed to be getting the same out of it, no matter how long they were taking or method of doing it. They were ALL enjoying the experience.
Dave.

AS one of the people who worked on formuating the initial route of the Wolds Way, the issue of timing was never a consideration. Access to the countryside was far less available in those distant times and the idea was to promote healthy outdoor recreation. Any artificial limitations on National Trails have been promoted totally unofficial by individuals who have no official support. Go out and enjoy them as you wish. They are there to do over as long or as short a period as you will enjoy.

This does not apply, of course, on privately created walks or challenge walks such as the Lyke Wake.

It s your walk do it your way, the only thing that matters is keeping safe and enjoying it whichever method you use.

Joyce, I agree with you, part of teh fun is looking for alternative routes and trying them out. The main thing, as you state is to enjoy it.

Mick