Sunday February 10 2013

Had I been less responsible I might have stayed in bed for the rain it was relentless. So it was something of a surprise that we numbered eight at Bocketts - in truth seven as Dave was headed home. Our outward route went via Gadbrook Lane, Norwood Hill (where Richard call it a day) and Charlwood. Prestwood Lane is demonstrably not a priority for West Sussex's highway department. Soon we were huddling beside an open fire in the Gate with all clothing which could be decently removed steaming gently on the available radiators.

With dipping temperatures the unanimous vote was for home so after Parkgate and Pixham Lane we went our various ways. No cars at the stepping stones, no bikes at Rykas so perhaps no surprise when the A24 cycle path bow waves went over the tops of my boots. It could have been worse; snow flurries as I climbed into bed.