Evidence (daffs, bluebells, lambs) that spring had arrived was all around on a glorious sunny day; its warmth gently tempered by a visit from Eurus or maybe Kaikias.
We took the (Epsom/Ashtead) Commons route. Descending level crossing gates forced us south but there was no delay when the trains crossed just as we reached the foot crossing. Familiar ways (the Bookhams, Dirtham Lane, etc) brought us the top of Coombe Bottom with hordes of cyclists going in the opposite direction. I opted for Shere village rather than its bypass and we soon were joining the early comers in Jordans Caravans making 18.
Thirteen turned left at Gomshall Mill to begin an obvious line to Pitch Hill, Ewhurst, Ellens Green and The Queen's Head in Rudgwick. Here a minor international misunderstanding sent three onto The Fox. Food was quickly served with Frank well pleased with his £5 two courses.
An hour later the rats returned and a much travelled route brought us to Newdigate where Irene and Pam turned left and the rest turned right for Tanhouse Farm. A good 45 minutes in the company of CQ was spent showing up our lack of knowledge sheepwise. 70 miles door to door.
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