Hi, it's only my second challenge this year, so I'm still pretty new to it all. I met some people last year who stayed at Cougie Lodge and spoke really highly of the experience (especially the food!) How do I go about booking a meal/bed there, please?

Hi Andy
If you take a look at page 8 of the Event Details you will have used to plan your route, the contact details are there under Accommodation, Cougie Lodge, Melanie.
It is a fab place to stay, enjoy.

Andy,

Staying at Cougie is a great choice - I did last year.
I camped on the lawn with a couple of other challengers, a few others took advantage of the bunkhouse.
Melanie's brother is the chef and knows how to cater for hungry backpackers.

We had a great evening eating and talking (and consuming a beer or two)- one of the highlights of last years event for me.

Thanks, Louise and Graham!

Apologies for very late reply. I was away with the kids (and the fairies.....)