The grit of a Falklands veteran Bootneck
72-year-old Royal Marine. Heart attack survivor. Walking 1,400 miles. Alone.
Robin Bishop, King’s Badge holder and Falklands veteran, has recently started walking from Unst — as close to Muckle Flugga as you can get on foot — all the way to Land’s End.
He’s 72. He recently had a heart attack.
He's carrying his own kit.
No support vehicle. Just pure Bootneck grit to get him through it.
You never lose that mindset developed in the Corps.
He set off 9 August. He's already past 125 miles and into Orkney.
His wife Wendy said it best: “This isn’t just a walk. It’s a test of determination, resilience, and the Royal Marines spirit that has never left him.”
All for the Royal Marines Charity — supporting veterans and their families.
Want to back him?
Just Giving page is here.
For updates on his effort, see his wife Wendy's Facebook page here.
Below, Robin (right) before he set off.

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