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Englishman Karl Bushby returns home after 28 years walking 30,000 miles around the world

Karl Bushby, a British adventurer, has completed his 28-year journey walking around the world, covering approximately 30,000 miles. He returned home to his mother's house in Hull, northern England, on November 2, 2026. Bushby, a former British paratrooper, began his trek in 1998 at the age of 28. He walked through various countries, overcoming challenges such as jungles, deserts, and bureaucratic hurdles.

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  • ✓ Karl Bushby walked approximately 30,000 miles around the world.
  • ✓ Bushby's journey lasted 28 years, from 1998 to 2026.
  • ✓ He returned home to his mother's house in Hull, northern England.
  • ✓ Bushby is a former British paratrooper.
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Karl Bushby finally returned home to his mother's house in Hull, England, completing his 28-year journey walking around the world.

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  1. Karl Bushby Returns Home After 28-Year, 30,000-Mile Walk

    Karl Bushby, a British adventurer, has completed his 28-year journey walking around the world, covering approximately 30,000 miles. He returned home to his mother's house in Hull, northern England, on November 2, 2026. Bushby, a former British paratrooper, began his trek in 1998 at the age of 28. He walked through various countries, overcoming challenges such as jungles, deserts, and bureaucratic hurdles.

    Why it matters

    Bushby's journey is considered one of the most remarkable feats of endurance and determination in recent history. His walk took him through numerous countries, and he faced various challenges along the way. The journey was initially expected to take 12 years, but it ultimately took 28 years to complete.

    What is confirmed

    • Karl Bushby walked approximately 30,000 miles around the world.
    • Bushby's journey lasted 28 years, from 1998 to 2026.
    • He returned home to his mother's house in Hull, northern England.
    • Bushby is a former British paratrooper.
    • His journey took him through various countries, including jungles and deserts.

    What to watch next

    • Bushby's plans for his future after completing his journey
    • Reactions from the public and his family members
    • Documentation and verification of his record-breaking walk
    Sources used for this update (16)
    1. The New York Times — After 28 Years Walking Across the Globe, He’s Almost Home
    2. AP News — In 28 years of walking, Karl Bushby has overcome jungle, desert and red tape. Now he's nearly home
    3. The Guardian — ‘It’s been a while’: hero’s welcome for UK man after 28-year walk across the world
    4. Reuters — UK adventurer returns home after 28-year trek around the world
    5. CBS News — Englishman Karl Bushby returns home after 28 years walking 30,000 miles around the world
    6. WRAL — Epic 28-year walk to cross the world ends at his mother's door. A look at the trek, by the numbers
    7. The New York Times — A 31,000-Mile Walk Ends in England, at Mom’s House
    8. nypost.com — Karl Bushby, who walked around the world for 28 years ...
    9. Yahoo — Karl Bushby embraces emotional mother as he completes his 28-year, 31,000-mile walk around world
    10. www.cbsnews.com — Englishman Karl Bushby returns home after 28 years walking ...
    11. www.dailymail.com — Karl Bushby finally arrives home: After walking 28 years, 30 ...
    12. abcnews.com — Karl Bushby completes 28-year, 31,000-mile walk around world
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