From Land's End to John-o'-Groats

TO JOHN O' GROAT'S 15
The surface of the road was in perfect con-
dition hereabouts; free from mud and dust.
A little later, under an avenue of trees which
stretched for some considerable distance, it
was rather greasy. Now we emerged into the
open again with Penzance not far ahead.
The town hall clock at this place (io miles)
was passed at
7.20.
At this early hour the sun had considerable
power, foretelling a sultry day. The shops
were not as yet open ; but a few business early
birds wending their way slowly along the streets
enquired politely where I was bound for, and
were interested when told.
The first stopping-place was at Hayle, 8 miles
further. This town was reached at
9
o'clock
—exactly the time I intended arriving.
A breakfast consisting of eggs, white bread,
tomatoes, and weak tea was here partaken of,
and the journey was resumed after a halt of
half-an-hour.
At 10.45, Cambourne (132 miles) was left
behind. The thriving town of Redruth, with
its electric trams, and Chacewater were passed ;
and by 1.45, the city of Truro was entered.
The inhabitants turned out in full force, quite
a