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‘It’s been a while’: hero’s welcome for UK man after 28-year walk across the world

02 Nov 2026, 13:51 UTC · 2 independent sources
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🚨 KARL BUSHBY RETURNS TO HULL Karl Bushby arrived back in Hull after a 28-year odyssey spanning 29 countries and 36,000 miles. He became the first person to walk continuously across planet. He said, “I’ve no idea which direction I’m going. Everybody point the way,” in Queen Victoria Square. He also said, “Sorry to keep you all waiting – it’s been a while.” Source: The Guardian, ABC Australia #UK

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