West Horsley - Loxwood - Capel
I've got your number
On Drungewick Lane Canal BridgeMonday, May 30, 2011
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Sunday, 22 May
Old Windsor - What could possibly go wrong?
Route planned, food and drink ready, 11's venue identified, alarm set, what could go wrong? However well prepared you think you may be, something will get you! On this occasion, bike out and ready to go, put a few pounds of pressure in the tyres - bad idea. Presta valve broke off in track pump. Replace wheel. We're off. Fine until Esher roundabout going under A3, cranks lock and can't pedal. Halt and take refuge. What's wrong? No idea - cranks simply wont turn. Then I see: a link has snapped. Find chain tool, shorten chain, shorten ride, limp back home. I knew I should have replaced that chain! Not quite well enough prepared.
Grateful thanks to Lisa for letting me know that that a strong headwind had led to a change of lunch venue from Hurley to White Waltham. Sorry I wasn't able to share it!
Grateful thanks to Lisa for letting me know that that a strong headwind had led to a change of lunch venue from Hurley to White Waltham. Sorry I wasn't able to share it!
Jeff
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
The CTC Conversion to Charity - Outcome of Vote
The CTC - born 1878 - died 2011At the CTC AGM last Saturday, the outcome of the vote on the changes to the CTC Memorandum and Articles of Association was a large majority in favour of the motion. This means that the CTC will be proceeding with arrangements to convert the CTC into a full charity.
Although the voting took place last Saturday at the AGM the CTC has not released the full voting figures. They have said only that over 11,000 members voted, of whom 88.3% supported conversion.
Of this 11,000 I understand from other sources that 5,439 voted for the motion and 4,184 left the Chairman to decide for them. The Chairman held 1,212 proxy votes against the motion. Votes + proxies in the room were 72 for and 73 against. Bottom line seems to be:
- For: 9,695
- Against: 1,285
- Abstentions: 206
Members across the country will now have to decide what their personal response is to this significant change to the CTC as a membership organisation for cyclists and what choices they have. I'm sure that we shall be considering those options.
Jeff
Monday, May 16, 2011
Sunday, 15 May
Gomshall - Godalming - Newland's Corner
Ed
Elevenses at GomshallElevenses was at Jordans - Gomshalll not Chalfont - where on and off road came together. Then it was into the woods for the knobblies and onto the A25 for the skinnies. Ed led the tarmaceers via Albury and Blackheath to Bramley, then up (yes, definitely up) some narrow, leafy lanes across Munstead Heath, then down to lunch at the Jack Phillips, Godalming.
The return was along Meadrow past the ghost of the former CTC HQ, before heading for Chilworth. At Blacksmith Lane, I decided to sacrifice the climb to Newland's Corner as well as a few calories, and bade farewell to the group, to take the A25 for Dorking and home, my shorter route just breaking the 50 mile barrier.
Thanks to Ed for an enjoyable ride on a distinctly cool May day.
Jeff
Monday, May 09, 2011
Sunday 8th May 2011
As well as leading from Kingston Bridge, it seems my role included the write-up!
With new rider Tim in tow, we vied with a continuous stream of joggers as far as Hampton Court. The lower road through Sunbury Shepperton and Chertsey was much less crowded; St Anne's Hill got us to Virginia Water and the Great Park was entered beside the Wheatsheaf. Slaloming round the numerous pedestrians we were soon at Savill Gardens when eventually a dozen were grazing. Surprisingly all followed the leader who set off at a canter astride the Roberts. Within the park we were stopped twice: (1) when asked to ride in sixes (2) yet another race(horsey); as we left, a Lancaster trundled overhead heading towards Heathrow; VE-Day it was.
Regulars will know the route: the Peanut, Maiden's Green, Nuptown, Moss End, Binfield FC and so the Green Man at Hurst was reached from the southeast. An alfreso lunch was followed by Shurlock Row, Warfield Church, North Ascot and back into the park where we had left it. After the quick descent of Tite Hill came Thorpe bypass and Chertsey and a final stop beside Shepperton Lock. For much of the day blustery and cloudy but warm when the sun broke through; and no rain. Around 70 miles.
With new rider Tim in tow, we vied with a continuous stream of joggers as far as Hampton Court. The lower road through Sunbury Shepperton and Chertsey was much less crowded; St Anne's Hill got us to Virginia Water and the Great Park was entered beside the Wheatsheaf. Slaloming round the numerous pedestrians we were soon at Savill Gardens when eventually a dozen were grazing. Surprisingly all followed the leader who set off at a canter astride the Roberts. Within the park we were stopped twice: (1) when asked to ride in sixes (2) yet another race(horsey); as we left, a Lancaster trundled overhead heading towards Heathrow; VE-Day it was.
Regulars will know the route: the Peanut, Maiden's Green, Nuptown, Moss End, Binfield FC and so the Green Man at Hurst was reached from the southeast. An alfreso lunch was followed by Shurlock Row, Warfield Church, North Ascot and back into the park where we had left it. After the quick descent of Tite Hill came Thorpe bypass and Chertsey and a final stop beside Shepperton Lock. For much of the day blustery and cloudy but warm when the sun broke through; and no rain. Around 70 miles.
Saturday, May 07, 2011
Monday, May 02, 2011
11s at Old Windsor
May 22nd I can't find a cafe in the Tea List on line at Old Windsor so what cafe is to be used as i wish to meet at11s
From PeteM
From PeteM
Sunday, 1 May
Horley - Nuthurst - Capel
Last Sunday it was the White Horse; this Sunday the Black Horse. Determined not to miss the departure from elevenses, I arrived half an hour early to join Bob in the Waitrose café Horley, to await the gang from North Cheam. This gave time for a bacon roll, some chat and an unexpected solution from Bob to the previous Sunday's curious incident of the disappearing C&M at Hedgerly.
After an extended elevenses, leader Andrew marshalled his men and made off at a smart and wind-assisted pace in cool sunshine. A S.Westerly tack took us through Charlwood, Ifield, Faygate, Colgate, Partridge Road down to Hawkins Pond and up to Mannings Heath. Despite a slipped chain or two, it was then an easy spin via Monk's Gate to the Black Horse Nuthurst. Some supped at the pub; the black sheep grazed in the shadow of the Church of St Andrew; Andrew chose the bus-shelter.Our return was South to Mapleh
urst, West to Copsale, North to Doomsday Green and the outskirts of Horsham, where two gentlemen of our number leapt to the aid of a cycling damsel in distress with a wayward saddle. Secured and safely mounted, she was then able to resume her duty visiting wayward residents who had failed to return their census forms. Our duty was to mount Old Holbrook on our way to tea and cake at Capel. With sugar in our veins, it was then a familiar skelter via Newdigate to Dorking and West Humble, where some took the low road to Leatherhead and some the high road up Little Switzerland, each then to choose his own way home. Many thanks to Andrew for leading us on a sporting ride; 60 enjoyable miles for me and many more for others.
Jeff
urst, West to Copsale, North to Doomsday Green and the outskirts of Horsham, where two gentlemen of our number leapt to the aid of a cycling damsel in distress with a wayward saddle. Secured and safely mounted, she was then able to resume her duty visiting wayward residents who had failed to return their census forms. Our duty was to mount Old Holbrook on our way to tea and cake at Capel. With sugar in our veins, it was then a familiar skelter via Newdigate to Dorking and West Humble, where some took the low road to Leatherhead and some the high road up Little Switzerland, each then to choose his own way home. Many thanks to Andrew for leading us on a sporting ride; 60 enjoyable miles for me and many more for others.Jeff
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
More Lechlade Easter Pics
You may wonder why Steve was seen stalking on all fours in a Cotswold meadow? Yes you have guessed it he was looking for his Fritillary! Meanwhile Jake and Ian were expressing much happiness after a great weekend made even better by the fantastic weather and the view of the Thames from the towpath opposite our hotel was idyllic.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Easter at Lechlade
Most of the Easter group out side The New Inn where we stayed for 3 nights
Monday, April 25, 2011
Sunday, 24 April
Burnham Beeches and Hedgerley
The Alternative Ride
The Alternative Ride
After 35 miles of solo sweat and grunt, I arrived at Burnham Beeches just in time for Bob to tell me: "You've missed them". Never mind. It is only a couple of miles from 11's to lunch at Hedgerley. I'll have a cake and cuppa and see them at the White Horse - or shall I? No sign of them! They must have gone elsewhere. Time to see the parish church, then a gentle spin for an early tea back home. I wonder where they went.
Jeff
Jeff
Monday, April 18, 2011
Sunday, 17 April
Brooklands - Er? - Ripley
Today, machine took over from man and decided where we should go. Windlesham? Computer say: 'No'. Paul, who understands these things, will explain in his report. Suffice it to say that we were magnetically drawn to cycling's Pole Star, the Anchor at Ripley.Today's ride went well....for a few miles. Steph, Geoffrey, Jeff, Don, Dave, Graham, John G and myself left Tesco Brooklands and headed up to Addlestone, then on to Ottershaw and into Chobham as planned. My Satnav then decided to try and help me by ignoring the route I had loaded and directing me in the wrong direction and away from Windlesham and the planned route to lunch. This, with a helping of dodgy map reading, sent us down to Woking and followed my planned afternoon route, which would have taken us to Ockham Bites. I didn't realise that I had taken a wrong turn until it was far too late, by which time Don and Dave had decided to follow a different compass heading. When I finally did stop, we were very close to the Anchor, so we lunched there.
When I create the routes in Memory Map and load them into my Satnav, if the route does not line up with the road exactly, it tries to take a different route, which I normally ignore. Lesson learned. Be more careful in creating my routes and do not just follow what it says. This is the first time this has happened and hopefully the last!
Paul
Note from Jeff:
Another supermarket café to tick off today: Brooklands Tesco Extra. Even Barnes Wallis would have got lost in a hangar that size! A shock for Terry on arrival - bumbag missing. Retrace cycle tracks back home to Effingham - no sign. But a call to Mrs L solved all: bag (with mobile) had been found in Byfleet by a good Samaritan and was reclaimed later with all present and correct. Three cheers!
Jeff
When I create the routes in Memory Map and load them into my Satnav, if the route does not line up with the road exactly, it tries to take a different route, which I normally ignore. Lesson learned. Be more careful in creating my routes and do not just follow what it says. This is the first time this has happened and hopefully the last!
Paul
Note from Jeff:
Another supermarket café to tick off today: Brooklands Tesco Extra. Even Barnes Wallis would have got lost in a hangar that size! A shock for Terry on arrival - bumbag missing. Retrace cycle tracks back home to Effingham - no sign. But a call to Mrs L solved all: bag (with mobile) had been found in Byfleet by a good Samaritan and was reclaimed later with all present and correct. Three cheers!
Jeff
Monday, April 11, 2011
Sunday April 10 2011
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.
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.
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Charity Vote - John Meudell resigns from CTC National Council
Dear All,
In the light of the voting papers that you will have just received, you may be interested to read the following letter of resignation from John Meudell, who represents members in SE England on the CTC National Council. I share his concerns.
Your District Committee opposes the proposed conversion of the CTC into a full charity. You can still oppose the conversion by voting against Motion 1 on the voting form. Do not forget to put your signature in box 2a (beneath your membership number) and put a X in the appropriate box for Motion 1 in section 3, headed Charity Vote - Direct your proxy how to vote. The other blank columns are for family members, who may wish to vote differently from you.Don't forget to vote on Motions 2 - 9 on the back of the page - and don't throw it away!
Please contact me if you would like to discuss.
Comment to follow.
Jeff
Monday, April 04, 2011
Sunday April 3 2011
Memo to ride secretaries and leaders: Never rely on family run enterprises in Mother’s Day! Arriving at the Blue Moon café it seemed that Michelle was probably having her breakfast cooked for her on Mother’s Day and the café was closed. A few phone calls and miles later everyone was assembled at Rusper Golf Club. Pam, Irene and a few others having already ridden 30 miles decided on a shorter loop to Charlwood and rejoin us for tea. So 9 of us set of to rejoin the original route at Wimlands Lane and make our way via Faygate and Grouse Lane to the Wheatsheaf at Ashfold Crossways. Most if not all had brought sandwiches forewarned of the likely difficulty of getting food promptly. Fortunately it was bright and fairly sunny so an enjoyable hour was spent in the garden. From there we went via Coos Lane to Handcross and then through Pease Pottage and up the drive to Cottesmore School. A short stretch of bridleway, new to most, including a tunnel under the A264 led us into the edge of Crawley. Then through Bewbush to the path over the railway at Waterfield which leads to Ifield Mill. From there its only 100m to Rusper Road and a straightforward run to Parkgate via Langhurst Lane and Partridge Lane. Then a phone call from Pam to say that tea at Brockham had also fallen victim to MD and they were off to Denbies where we regrouped for tea. A very pleasant day even with a bit of adhoc rescheduling.
Brian Greenwood
Brian Greenwood
Friday, April 01, 2011
Forthcoming 03/04/11 ride........
Now is the time to try out that breadmaker that someone bought you many years ago................
Food at the published lunch spot is let's say......limited..........something to do with a certain (heavily promoted commercial) annual event.
Btw.........HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY mum!
Food at the published lunch spot is let's say......limited..........something to do with a certain (heavily promoted commercial) annual event.
Btw.........HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY mum!
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Sunday 27th March 2011
Ohhhhhhhh what a lovely day.
Just a few lines on my ride into Kent which began from Carshalton at 9.10am.
Joining me was Janice,Jolanta,Ed,Paul & just before West Wickham......Dave.
Arriving in good time at Lullingstone Park Golf Club we sat outside in the warm sunshine in this peaceful spot overlooking the Darenth Valley.
The track down to the River Darenth was a little stony in places but perfectly rideable.
Under the viaduct at Eynsford then a steep climb to Romney Street and a short distance to Heaverham for lunch.
Another nice spot and if this was Surrey you could be sure of a packed pub.......but this being Kent plenty of space,although it's not 1pm yet.
Some lovely lanes to Shoreham where a closed museum(opens next weekend!) mean't High Elms was to be the tea location.
A fantastic day (not my words......lol).
60 miles.
Nice little film on this annual event........http://vimeo.com/20622427
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Sunday March 20th
Including Canadian newbie Margaret from Morden the double figures at the start said it’s Spring! A northern route began at Hampton Wick gate now much easier for cyclists. Hampton, the Hanworth spiral and BP Sunbury would have been familiar to anyone on last Wednesday's B ride.
Then it was right into the back streets of Ashford and Knowle Green. Staines town centre was reached via the council offices. Instead of turning for Pooley Green, Ian who had gone to the front was last seen heading towards Thorpe. Meanwhile the rest endured a delay at the level crossing before Hummer Road lead the way to 11s at Runnymede. (Thanks Graham)
As I left my house in Egham my phone rang with a plea for help from Ian - he was lost, not far from where I live! At least I got one or two miles in before 11's. Oh my goodness, so many cyclist in the cafe, as Graham said, Spring was definitely in the air!
Our route took us up Priest hill which I always find a struggle so I, and a few others left the cafe before the faster/fitter riders! We then made our way into Windsor great park via Bishopsgate and out on to the A332. After turning right at the peanut roundabout we headed for Maidens Green. A right turn into Bishops Lane, then after a few more lefts and rights we passed Moss End Garden Centre. We then took the next right, left into Ryehurst Lane, up past the cemetery to take the
turn to Binfield to have lunch at the Victoria Arms. I had phoned earlier with our expected number and boy, didn't they do well!!
Tables had been put together to seat the dozen or so who were dining and the food was good and the service was incredibly fast!! There was actually seventeen of us at lunch, not all eating in the pub!
We were all ready to leave by 1.30. Our return route took us along a couple of bridle paths (I didn't hear any complaints!) Oh dear!
Jeff's rear mudguard did get mangled but I understand it had happened before - sorry Jeff! First bridle path was after the sewer works approaching Moss End and our next was after the Carnation estate.
The third bridle path led us towards Ascot Race Course. The weather was truly kind to us and it was a real pleasure cycling with friends in all these open spaces - for after the race course we headed for Windsor Great Park again, this time entering from Water Splash Lane, Ascot Gate to exit at Bishops Gate.
Irene (who's ride I was leading) had booked us in for tea at the Riverhouse Arts Centre cafe at Walton for 4pm, (closing at 4.30pm).
The previous Sunday it had taken Irene and I two and half hours to get from Binfield to Walton - hence - I was for ever conscious of the time all afternoon!!
Thus we could not dally for too long, so from this point we took a direct route to Walton. Down Tite Hill into Egham, where we just had to stop to answer natures call! We then continued along the Avenue to take the cycle/pedestrian path under the M25 into the Causeway to Staines, Laleham Road to Shepperton, Manygate Lane, over Walton bridge and so to tea - arriving at 3.50!!!
My apologies for going ahead of a couple of riders but it was very satisfying to know they were in the capable hands of Graham AND Ian was well looked after by Steve - 'cos Ian told us all at tea!!!
At least a dozen folks stayed for tea and cakes, sitting in the open air! Again,we had wonderful service! A huge pot of tea at one pound each and free top-ups of coffee!
As Graham said, 16 miles from Kingston to Runnymede - I know Francoise and Frank's total mileage was 64 miles: mine a paltry 50!!
Thank you Graham, and thanks to all for a great day out... Pam :)
Then it was right into the back streets of Ashford and Knowle Green. Staines town centre was reached via the council offices. Instead of turning for Pooley Green, Ian who had gone to the front was last seen heading towards Thorpe. Meanwhile the rest endured a delay at the level crossing before Hummer Road lead the way to 11s at Runnymede. (Thanks Graham)
As I left my house in Egham my phone rang with a plea for help from Ian - he was lost, not far from where I live! At least I got one or two miles in before 11's. Oh my goodness, so many cyclist in the cafe, as Graham said, Spring was definitely in the air!
Our route took us up Priest hill which I always find a struggle so I, and a few others left the cafe before the faster/fitter riders! We then made our way into Windsor great park via Bishopsgate and out on to the A332. After turning right at the peanut roundabout we headed for Maidens Green. A right turn into Bishops Lane, then after a few more lefts and rights we passed Moss End Garden Centre. We then took the next right, left into Ryehurst Lane, up past the cemetery to take the
turn to Binfield to have lunch at the Victoria Arms. I had phoned earlier with our expected number and boy, didn't they do well!!
Tables had been put together to seat the dozen or so who were dining and the food was good and the service was incredibly fast!! There was actually seventeen of us at lunch, not all eating in the pub!
We were all ready to leave by 1.30. Our return route took us along a couple of bridle paths (I didn't hear any complaints!) Oh dear!
Jeff's rear mudguard did get mangled but I understand it had happened before - sorry Jeff! First bridle path was after the sewer works approaching Moss End and our next was after the Carnation estate.
The third bridle path led us towards Ascot Race Course. The weather was truly kind to us and it was a real pleasure cycling with friends in all these open spaces - for after the race course we headed for Windsor Great Park again, this time entering from Water Splash Lane, Ascot Gate to exit at Bishops Gate.
Irene (who's ride I was leading) had booked us in for tea at the Riverhouse Arts Centre cafe at Walton for 4pm, (closing at 4.30pm).
The previous Sunday it had taken Irene and I two and half hours to get from Binfield to Walton - hence - I was for ever conscious of the time all afternoon!!
Thus we could not dally for too long, so from this point we took a direct route to Walton. Down Tite Hill into Egham, where we just had to stop to answer natures call! We then continued along the Avenue to take the cycle/pedestrian path under the M25 into the Causeway to Staines, Laleham Road to Shepperton, Manygate Lane, over Walton bridge and so to tea - arriving at 3.50!!!
My apologies for going ahead of a couple of riders but it was very satisfying to know they were in the capable hands of Graham AND Ian was well looked after by Steve - 'cos Ian told us all at tea!!!
At least a dozen folks stayed for tea and cakes, sitting in the open air! Again,we had wonderful service! A huge pot of tea at one pound each and free top-ups of coffee!
As Graham said, 16 miles from Kingston to Runnymede - I know Francoise and Frank's total mileage was 64 miles: mine a paltry 50!!
Thank you Graham, and thanks to all for a great day out... Pam :)
Monday, March 21, 2011
Milano - SanRemo 2011
For those, including me, that missed the race on Saturday........here is the last 10km.
http://video.gazzetta.it/gran-finale-classicissima/4b1bb1c8-524f-11e0-b9ca-66d1ff1246c2
http://video.gazzetta.it/gran-finale-classicissima/4b1bb1c8-524f-11e0-b9ca-66d1ff1246c2
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Sunday 13th March 2011
The best country lane
Spring is not far away – just before setting out I made a quick change from winter gloves to lighter mitts. Five of us set out from Cheam and rode up Farthing Down, past the spruced-up car park, in mild but cloudy conditions. We arrived in good time at Bletchingley but to no avail as we discovered the tea place would not open for another 25 minutes or so. Propping a message on the window sill we rode off to the Café Nova at Godstone garden centre where our numbers rose to eleven.
This change of elevenses resulted in an unscheduled encounter with Tilburstow Hill but from then on it was plain sailing, so to speak, past the Crowhurst yew and Lingfield racecourse to Dormansland. Shortly after we turned into Smithers Lane. Rolling past the farmyards, one or two hillettes, good views at this time of year and the delightful Furnace Lake this was unanimously declared the best lane for cycling in the south-east of England. Nine of us lunched in the garden at the Fountain pub, notable for its prominent CTC sign. It was a little chilly outside until the temperamental outside heater burst into life. Across from the pub the red phone box is now without its telephone but, with piles of second-hand books, continues in service as a library.
Avoiding the main road we rode to Mark Beech and a good long downhill stretch to Edenbridge. Darkening skies finally gave way to steady rain. Another change of plan, we decided to ride up Tilburstow again and back to Lamingtons at Bletchingley for tea. This was a good decision. It is a fine place for tea and the cakes are especially recommended. There will be another chance to sample them on 5 June.
From the gateway to the south I covered 74 miles, not bad at all for this time of year.
..............from Mike.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Capel Teas (Sundays Only)
In essence they are fortnightly. Thanks to Bob the dates are:
Apr 3 and 24, May 1, 15 and 29, Jun 12, Jul 10 and 24, Aug 7, 21, and 28
Sep 11, Oct 2, 16, and 30, Nov 20
Apr 3 and 24, May 1, 15 and 29, Jun 12, Jul 10 and 24, Aug 7, 21, and 28
Sep 11, Oct 2, 16, and 30, Nov 20
Monday, March 07, 2011
Sunday, 6 March
Sunday, March 06, 2011
Hilly 50
Well done Graham for an excellent event and for managing to gather so many cyclists to this great annual Hilly. Here you are at the finish as the last of the riders approach the end. Not sure if you were leaning on the post with exhaustion or just having a scratch but well done for riding out from Kingston and back and standing around in the cold to the end. Thanks to Ed for marshaling at Logmore Lane and to all the many helpers at the start for the signing on. Our special thanks go to all the riders who entered and took part, some 187, we hope you enjoyed your day. It was great to see so many participate from the FNRttC crew and we wish you all a successful 2011 season after this early season warm-up. Well done the tandem riders and also those on fixed especially if you got up White Down as I know one of you did who accompanied me. A special congratulations has to go to the old (young) man himself Ray Dare who at 84yrs finished in 2.1/2hrs. Phenomenal!!
Sunday 6 March
The temperature at nearby Effingham was 5C and with a north-easterly wind blowing it seemed considerably colder when ten of us left West Horsley Squires, destination Guildford. After a few hundred yards or metres east we turned north onto the bridleway which led to Lollesworth Lane, West Horsley. En route to Wisley airfield we passed The Hautboy, now scheduled to be converted into flats (Lady Harberton must be laughing in her grave). The airfield was approached via the bridleway through Bridge End Farm - carefully avoiding the free-range hens. The recent film crew left the airfield neat and tidy - another is due soon. Keeping to the lanes we passed The Anchor at Pyrford Lock then via Papercourt Lane, Old Woking and Jacobs Well and cycle lanes to The Row Barge, Riverside, Guildford. Baguettes etc are not served here on Sundays but we were allowed to have childrens portions of roast lunches, which most found sufficient. Having been advised of our coming the landlord had arranged a table (with tablecloth) in a separate bar, complete with real fire. Very pleasant ! Normal menu is available during the week - worth bearing in mind for a Wayfarers stop, possibly outside, riverside. There was a unanimous decision to have 3s at Ockham Bites, so after lunch we crossed the A25 via an interesting bridge then briefly rode alongside the A25 before joining the cycle route adjacent to the Wey and A3, leaving it north of Burpham and using the cycle track alongside the A3 to Ripley and OB. A dry day's ride, the sun was out a lot of the time but the last stretch was into a chilly headwind !
Terry
Terry
Wednesday, March 02, 2011
Sunday 6 March 2011
Lunch on Sunday is at The Row Barge, Guildford. They don't sell sandwiches, baguettes, etc on Sundays but will sell us childrens portions of roasts if preferred (as long as we eat up all the vegetables).
See you at Squires.
Terry
See you at Squires.
Terry
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