 One of the earliest was by Carlisle who left Land's End on 23 September 1879, went to John O'Groats House and arrived back at Land's End on 15 December; taking 72 days (exclusive of Sundays); covering .To prove his journey, he kept a log book which was stamped at any Post Office he passed.An early end to end on bicycle was completed by Messrs Blackwell and Harman of Canonbury Bicycle Club.