A beach bivvy by train
I usually give helpful location instructions for my train adventures but I’m not going to this time. There are plenty of beaches out there but if we all end up at the same one, we might unwittingly cause some damage.
Station: One near the coast or a meandering river
Travel time from London: As long as you like
Travel time from Bristol: Probably quicker
Author’s adventure tip: Don’t overpack, you’ll be carrying your rucksack further than you expected because you’ll be keen to find a secret spot. Make sure you know what time sunset will be and plan to stop walking or cycling just after.
Practicalities: If you’re bivvy camping near a toilet, you’re probably too near civilisation so take toilet roll and a bag to take it home in once you’ve used. Burying poo in sand isn’t very friendly so you might choose to take that home too.
You won’t have a tent to sit in so prepare yourself for an early night. Make sure you check the tide heights and times before you decide where to settle.
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