D Tour

Welcome to these special snack sized episodes of the D Tour, designed to help you make the most from being outdoors. Harriet reflects on how connection often shows up in quiet, unexpected ways, like a chance meeting or a shared story on a bench. She’s joined by Anna, Carl Case, Peter Berry & Deb Bunt, and Lovemore Munowenyu, each offering their take on belonging, dignity, a...

Welcome to these special snack sized episodes of the D Tour, designed to help you make the most from being outdoors. From singing on the trail to sharing playlists, Harriet explores how music brings comfort, confidence, and connection. She meets Tony Christie, who shares how performing still brings him joy after a dementia diagnosis.  Anne McKiernan tells a powerful story of music r...

Welcome to these special snack sized episodes of the D Tour, designed to help you make the most from being outdoors. From trail flapjacks to a proper cup of tea, food meant comfort, connection, and care on Harriet’s journey. She’s joined by Sue Hinds, who discusses food as a form of dignity in dementia care; Adam Purnell, who shares the sensory magic of cooking over a fire; and Kate...

Harriet opens up about how walking helped her face fears and find confidence, one step at a time.  Ruth Thompson and Manpreet Gill explain how movement affects the brain and why spending time outside is beneficial.  Debbie North shares her story of embracing the outdoors again with all-terrain wheelchairs. And Gordon Malcolm gives tips on how to gently build...

Welcome to these special snack sized episodes of the D Tour, designed to help you make the most from being outdoors. In this episode Harriet reflects on how the outdoors speaks through sound, scent, and touch, from the rustle of leaves to the smell of wild chamomile. She’s joined by Pix Ashworth   from Land & Water, who shares how scent directly connects to memory, and Gord...

This special bonus episode of the D Tour reflects on some of the themes raised over the past three months of Harriet's walk from Lands End to John O'Groats. We look at the complexities of dementia, as well as how highlighting the importance of wellbeing and the support systems available. This episode is sponsored by MedicAlert UK Harriet is still fundraising, so if you'd like to support her, you c...

Three months after setting off from Land's End on an epic journey on foot, Harriet has made it to John O'Groats. Her D Tour for Dementia Adventure has taken Harriet through England, parts of Wales and now the very tip of the North East of mainland Scotland. This week she's reflecting on that journey, the people she met, the friends she's made and the recurring themes of the past 90 days. If you li...

Harriet shares her thoughts on the challenges she's faced walking 900 (plus!) miles from Land's End to John O'Groats. She's dealing with busy roads and a storm as well as crumbling cliff edges. And this has got her to thinking how dementia really is one of life's ultimate challenges. You'll hear from dementia campaigner Nancy McAdam and her daughter Fiona about how they've adapted since Nancy was...

During one of her final weeks walking from Land’s End to John O’Groats, Harriet delves into the challenges faced by individuals living with dementia who live in rural areas, highlighting how isolation can impact mental and physical health. Harriet spends a day with Dementia Adventure founders Neil Mapes and Lucy Harding who share why they set up the charity as well as the positive impact of mainta...

Harriet explores the themes of independence and community as she walks the West Highland Way. There’s lots to consider when it comes to independence and a dementia diagnosis, and it’s not just about the independence of the person living with dementia. Their families also face challenges around their independence too. She’s joined by two Grahams in this episode - first Graham Horner from Macs Adven...

Harriet explores the profound impact of mood and motivation, particularly during challenging times, drawing parallels between her journey of walking 900 miles and the emotional highs and lows faced in life and caring for those with dementia. Harriet reflects on her personal experiences, including the anniversary of her mother's passing, and emphasises the importance of small, meaningful moments in...

Harriet explores the changing seasons and how they reflect the transitions we experience in our lives, particularly for those living with dementia. As Harriet walks from England to Scotland, she shares her thoughts on the importance of nurturing connections with nature. We hear from Sue Hinds from Dementia Adventure on the importance of routines and how seasonal shifts can affect both individuals...

What's on your bucket list? What adventures do you want to experience? And are all your adventures big epic tasks like Harriet's 900 journey from Land's End to John O'Groats. Well the good news is adventures don't have to be mega to have huge benefits for you. In this week's episode Harriet takes a detour from her D Tour to enjoy some well earned R&R, before heading off to experience a day wit...

If you like what we are doing and want to support the Dementia Adventure Support Fund please donate Dementia Adventure has been at the forefront of providing fully supported, small group short breaks for people living with dementia and their carers for 15 years. Our supported breaks offer more than just respite; they provide meaningful, purpose-driven experiences that significantly enhance the qua...

The D Tour podcast is proudly sponsored by Macs Adventure Macs Adventure specialise in self guided walking and cycling holidays for independent, active people who don't want to be part of the crowd or restricted by set dates and schedules. If you like what we are doing and want to support the Dementia Adventure Support Fund please donate Dementia Adventure has been at the forefront of providing fu...

The D Tour podcast is proudly sponsored by Macs Adventure Macs Adventure specialise in self guided walking and cycling holidays for independent, active people who don't want to be part of the crowd or restricted by set dates and schedules. If you like what we are doing and want to support the Dementia Adventure Support Fund please donate Dementia Adventure has been at the forefront of providing fu...

The D Tour podcast is proudly sponsored by Macs Adventure Macs Adventure specialise in self guided walking and cycling holidays for independent, active people who don't want to be part of the crowd or restricted by set dates and schedules. Three weeks into her 900 mile adventure and food is a hot topic for Harriet. It's something she's been talking about a lot. Eating breakfast, skipping evening m...

The D Tour podcast is proudly sponsored by Macs Adventure Macs Adventure specialise in self guided walking and cycling holidays for independent, active people who don't want to be part of the crowd or restricted by set dates and schedules. Harriet's D Tour continues as she completes the last few days of her Cornish adventure and heads towards Devon. Harriet is taking on the 900 mile walk from Land...

The D Tour podcast is proudly sponsored by Macs Adventure Macs Adventure specialise in self guided walking and cycling holidays for independent, active people who don't want to be part of the crowd or restricted by set dates and schedules. Harriet has taken the first steps on her 900 mile D Tour. And most of them seem to be up hills along the South West Coastal Path in Cornwall! In this first week...

The D Tour podcast is proudly sponsored by Macs Adventure Macs Adventure specialise in self guided walking and cycling holidays for independent, active people who don't want to be part of the crowd or restricted by set dates and schedules. Harriet Thomas has set off on her incredible journey on foot from Land's End To John O'Groats to raise funds for Dementia Adventure. But you can't just wake up...

The D Tour podcast is proudly sponsored by Macs Adventure . Macs Adventure specialises in self-guided walking and cycling holidays for independent, active people who don't want to be part of the crowd or restricted by set dates and schedules. Harriet Thomas is off on a D Tour! She's walking 900 miles from Land's End to John O'Groats, and she wants you to join her.  The D Tour podcast will doc...