What started as a personal journey after injury has become a testament to the power of walking poles and regular outdoor activity. Each step along Gordon Promenade felt purposeful, measured, meaningful. The promenade sits steeped in history, part of the Saxon Shore Way and the starting point of the magnificent Wealdway. Historical defences have guarded this stretch of the Thames since Iron Age times, and walking here connects me not just to my own journey but to centuries of travellers who've passed this way.

I paused several times to breathe in the river air and admire the environment. A cruise ship moved slowly down the Thames, heading out to sea – a reminder that journeys, whether by foot or by water, are about the steady accumulation of distance, one step at a time.

As I walked, the morning light glinted off the Thames, and I couldn't help but think about the 792 miles already logged. The beauty of this location lies in its simplicity, paved paths, river views, and the peaceful rhythm of walking beside flowing water.

It's not dramatic or challenging, but that's precisely what makes it perfect for reflection and contemplation.