Ride report by Andrew B
Three riders met at PC for a ride to Lily’s Tearoom on a windy and damp early autumn morning, including a guest (and hopefully new member) Andrew S. With Mark leading, the three set off on the planned route through East Beckham, Gresham, Felbrigg estate, Cromer, Northrepps, Gimingham, Trunch, Paston Green, Edingthorpe and Spa Common (having picked up Graham A on the way). As there was a strong head wind, and the roads poor due to the heavy rain the night before, the planned loops to Mundesley and around Trunch were missed out.
On arrival at Lily’s Tearoom which is part of Hadfields Nursery, we found Ian had bagged a table having made his own way there which was lucky as it was very busy. We all enjoyed a good lunch and plenty of tea and coffee. The generous cakes servings were appreciated by all. This was a new venue for us and we will visit again, I’m sure.
As we prepared to leave Andrew S discovered a flat tyre which was unfortunate as he had been extolling the benefits of tubules tyres! However, he was able to pump the tyre up quickly as it self-sealed, although he had to add more air several times on the way back.
The route back took us through Withergate, Worstead, Swanton Abbott, Felmingham (were Graham A left to make his own way home), Colby, Aldburgh (were Andrew S left us to make his way home), Barningham and up to Hill Farm. Again, the route was shortened from the planned 54 miles due to the strong wind. Andrew B then left to make his way back home leaving Mark to ride back to PC. Overall, a good day’s cycling and amazingly a mainly dry one.
PC to PC 47 miles
Average speed 14.0 mph
Total Elevation 2000 ft
Riders: Andrew B, Andrew S (Guest), Graham A, Mark M, Ian A. Ian made his own way to and from the café, for a 34 mile total and 14mph average.
Upcoming Rides –
Saturday 5th October – Station Café, Reepham
Wednesday 9th October – Old Dairy, Stanfield
Routes for rides on the website under Dates and Destinations: https://nnwheelers.co.uk/club-runs/
Visit the Clubs Runs Gallery for larger and more photos: https://nnwheelers.co.uk/club-runs/club-runs-photo-gallery/
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