“The walking itself was wonderful. Imagine being able to just climb over a stile, or walk through a “kissing gate” (nice, eh!), and go across sheep paddocks, through farm yards, and along creeks running through a forestry block.
We often think of New Zealand as being pretty special, and the Great Walks, as well as our many tracks into the bush, are wonderful. But that country could really learn something from the English when it comes to creating true public access to the countryside.”
By the way, this is an actual kissing gate. The other one at the top is just more picturesque (as well as a whole lot older).