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Walk Sleep Repeat
The continued musings of a hapless wanderer. Younger than Bill Bryson, smaller than Levison Wood, and hairier than Julia Bradbury. In his latest adventure, our bumbling yet affable narrator walks the 100 miles of the stunning and dramatic West Highland Way.
Join him on a memorable hike that takes in all the splendour of the Scottish Highlands. With grand imposing scenery and beautiful shimmering lochs. Mountain peaks, midges, Highland Cows, Irn-Bru, turnip pizzas, waterfalls, wild open moors and going to increasingly bizarre lengths to avoid sleeping in a tent. If you like the sound of any of these things, then this is undoubtedly the audiobook for you.
Join him on a memorable hike that takes in all the splendour of the Scottish Highlands. With grand imposing scenery and beautiful shimmering lochs. Mountain peaks, midges, Highland Cows, Irn-Bru, turnip pizzas, waterfalls, wild open moors and going to increasingly bizarre lengths to avoid sleeping in a tent. If you like the sound of any of these things, then this is undoubtedly the audiobook for you.
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Published October 2, 2019
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Stephen Reynolds
8 books24 followersStephen Reynolds began writing with a bestselling series of travel books about long-distance hiking. His debut novel, The Layers, was published by Valley Press in 2021. A story about the disparate versions of ourselves and what happens when we lose them. Darling Sorrow is his second novel and is published by the Book Guild in 2023.
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May 26, 2018
Walk Sleep Repeat - five stars!!
Stephen Reynolds had such wit I couldnt stop laughing. Case in point - his expectations of turnip pizzas to recalling one of his dreams where he had a lengthy guided tour round a factory. I couldn't put this book down.
With his trusty tent and copious amounts of Mars Bars he walks The West Highland Way c100 miles.
I admire him that he has gone part time to pursue his love of walking. I agree that if your not happy then change it or in his words "Ask yourself what you want, what you need. Never stop asking – don’t just get carried along the wrong path because it’s easier than changing your mind. We only get one go…"
Stephen Reynolds had such wit I couldnt stop laughing. Case in point - his expectations of turnip pizzas to recalling one of his dreams where he had a lengthy guided tour round a factory. I couldn't put this book down.
With his trusty tent and copious amounts of Mars Bars he walks The West Highland Way c100 miles.
I admire him that he has gone part time to pursue his love of walking. I agree that if your not happy then change it or in his words "Ask yourself what you want, what you need. Never stop asking – don’t just get carried along the wrong path because it’s easier than changing your mind. We only get one go…"
June 7, 2018
Excellent! My only complaint – it wasn’t long enough! (the book, that is, not the walk, I’m sure Stephen thought that was long enough!) I read his first book – Just Off For A Walk – earlier this year (an epic tale of walking 630 miles around the South West Coast Path) which I absolutely loved. I actually cried at the end because it was over – Stephen writes in such a way as to make you feel as though you are doing the walk with him. Walk, Sleep, Repeat was just as good a read and walk – albeit shorter (sad smiley face) …….. I also cried with laughter in many places – back-to-front trousers, Albatross, Avon SSS and mountain-themed songs to name a few instances. Some poignant moments – definite growth and maturity! – although, I’m not altogether sure about the Mars Bars and stringy cheese! Thank you Stephen - can't wait for the next walk/book!
June 28, 2018
Another good walk done! What’s next?
Anyone who is either thinking of doing or as done the West Highland Way will enjoy. To help plan or remember the highlights of their walk😃👍
Anyone who is either thinking of doing or as done the West Highland Way will enjoy. To help plan or remember the highlights of their walk😃👍
November 16, 2024
Retsept: võta üks Wodehouse'i fänn ja pane ta jalutama kaunile Šotimaale. Tulemus: saab natuke muheleda, natuke praktilist infot West Highland Way kohta ja teadmise, et on veel neid, kes hindavad jalutamist, aga telgis nii eriti hästi välja ei maga. Täitsa piisavalt hea, et võib ta teisi raamatuid ka proovida.
June 14, 2018
Couldn't put this down! I had to find out if the Mars Bar fuelled 'hero of the West Highland Way' fulfilled his dream of seeing an golden eagle and made it to the end, whilst wholeheartedly embracing Scottish snack culture. Cracking pace and very British comedic tone. Now a more experienced walker after his first big adventure along the South West Coast path in 'Just Off for a Walk', but there's still potential for things to awry - midges, tents, dog walkers and Scottish weather. Brilliant everyman observations really bring the route to life and made me want to dig out my walking boots and insect repellent. Easy read with truly laugh out loud moments, highly recommend it!
September 27, 2018
Read this boot straight after his first book
Exelent read second book I have read on the west highland way and a good read picturing the views described makes me want to go do the walk myself
Exelent read second book I have read on the west highland way and a good read picturing the views described makes me want to go do the walk myself
November 1, 2018
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I am a long distance walker and love every minute it's of doing so but could not talk about it as well as S Reynolds does. A good entertaining read.
I am a long distance walker and love every minute it's of doing so but could not talk about it as well as S Reynolds does. A good entertaining read.
June 2, 2024
It was very interesting to hear of Stephens' journey on the WHW, I really enjoyed the trails and tribulations of the daily thoughts, which a long-distance walker endures throughout the journey.
I plan to walk the WHE next year and am doing my own research prior to embarking on my own journey, my take home from this was the debate about weather to I crude the Ben Nevis climb at the end of the WHW trek.
I plan to walk the WHE next year and am doing my own research prior to embarking on my own journey, my take home from this was the debate about weather to I crude the Ben Nevis climb at the end of the WHW trek.
August 11, 2021
A lighthearted story of walking the West Highland Way
I enjoy his style of tongue in cheek, never too serious style both in the writing and his approach to long distance walking.
I enjoy his style of tongue in cheek, never too serious style both in the writing and his approach to long distance walking.
January 18, 2019
Amusing read that I consistently read in an English accent in my head. More detailed than his previous book, but I enjoyed it more because I've visited the places he described.
In summary, midges suck but Scotland is beautiful to hike through. Also, I strongly disagree with him, but Irn Bru is nasty. Don't ever try it.
4/5 stars.
In summary, midges suck but Scotland is beautiful to hike through. Also, I strongly disagree with him, but Irn Bru is nasty. Don't ever try it.
4/5 stars.
December 19, 2019
Diary of a weary trave!er
Our host takes us along on his bike along and up the West Highland Way. His daily reports give us the readers his accounts and feelings along the way. His love for outdoors he shares with us and the use of the tent which he carries the whole of the Way he totally forgets about so maybe a complete outdoorsman
Our host takes us along on his bike along and up the West Highland Way. His daily reports give us the readers his accounts and feelings along the way. His love for outdoors he shares with us and the use of the tent which he carries the whole of the Way he totally forgets about so maybe a complete outdoorsman
April 14, 2020
Great read
As someone who has done similar, stepped back from full time work in favour of a simpler yet richer life, I felt I'd lived much of what Stephen enjoys, I'd even written a book myself, and could smile back at myself as I realised what we have chosen to do isn't weird at all. Loved the first book, loved the second, next to finish the trilogy
As someone who has done similar, stepped back from full time work in favour of a simpler yet richer life, I felt I'd lived much of what Stephen enjoys, I'd even written a book myself, and could smile back at myself as I realised what we have chosen to do isn't weird at all. Loved the first book, loved the second, next to finish the trilogy
July 6, 2019
A pleasant book but no page turner, he tries to be amusing but misses the mark more than hits the mark. I have already got the third one and have read his first effort, I hope he improves a wee bit .
August 7, 2020
The book is pictorial and insightful as well as funny, it has more walking and talking and little drama.
The author makes us all fee like he is just someone we know, doing something crazy yet incredible
The author makes us all fee like he is just someone we know, doing something crazy yet incredible
July 21, 2019
A daunder
Fun read and a great wee book when you can,t get out for a daunder. Great for aspiring WHA walkers to get a feel of the beauty of Scotland.
Fun read and a great wee book when you can,t get out for a daunder. Great for aspiring WHA walkers to get a feel of the beauty of Scotland.
August 15, 2020
Loved this
Enjoyed your ramblings. Please keep walking and writing as you keep me entertained. I’m now off to buy a Mars Bar!
Enjoyed your ramblings. Please keep walking and writing as you keep me entertained. I’m now off to buy a Mars Bar!
June 7, 2024
A quick read, but the author isn't half as funny as he thinks he is, and if the attempted humour doesn't land with you then there isn't much else about this book to stand out in any way.
October 12, 2024
I can only assume that the other reviews were left by the author’s family. Truly dreadful written in a preachy, pompous and condescending style (loose description). I wasn’t surprised to read this was self-published. This couldn’t have escaped to the bookshelves any other way. Flexible working has an awful lot to answer for “Dear (traumatised) Reader”.
The worst issue with this writing is the gross injustice it does to the beauty of the West Highland Way itself. The pretentious prose singularly fails to capture either the atmosphere or experience of completing of one of the UK’s most popular and truly beautiful long distance walks.
A very disappointing read about I route I know well and love. If you’re genuinely interested in the West Highland Way, don’t waste your money on this nonsense. Go and purchase the Official HMSO WHW Guide instead and go experience it for yourself.
The worst issue with this writing is the gross injustice it does to the beauty of the West Highland Way itself. The pretentious prose singularly fails to capture either the atmosphere or experience of completing of one of the UK’s most popular and truly beautiful long distance walks.
A very disappointing read about I route I know well and love. If you’re genuinely interested in the West Highland Way, don’t waste your money on this nonsense. Go and purchase the Official HMSO WHW Guide instead and go experience it for yourself.
September 30, 2024
Fantastic read!
Awww I loved this book...one man's journey along the West highland way and up Ben Nevis. Honestly felt like I was there with him in some chapters. This is defiantly on my bucket list!
Awww I loved this book...one man's journey along the West highland way and up Ben Nevis. Honestly felt like I was there with him in some chapters. This is defiantly on my bucket list!
March 28, 2024
Better than Bill Bryson, and I actually like Bryson!
April 15, 2024
Meh, book was alright, although I don’t think I have ever heard so much praise and love for mars bars before.
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April 21, 2025West Highland Way: A descriptive introduction to the Scottish trail, this is a short but enjoyable read.
September 15, 2024
*Audio Book* The author depicted the usual travel cliches; packed too much, planned too little, ate too much of something bad, drank too much of something good . . .
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