Very evocative write-ups Jane, Wow and others. I'm not sorry to have missed it this year - other things were vying for, and in receipt of my attention.
I suspect I will be drawn back to the DD in years to come - I'll be surprised if things turn out otherwise.
I like the 4 ferry return stunt - trouble is, I don't think I could ever do it. My cycling day needs to end with a bath, a hearty meal at a table and crisp white sheets preferably in a bed.
Camping? Non, merci.