Ride report by Andrew B
Five riders met at PC on a cold, but dry winters morning, for a run to the Stables Café, Blickling With Mark leading, the five set off on the planned route through East Beckham, Lower Gresham, Sustead, Hanworth, Alby, Erpingham, Colby, Felmingham, Tuttington and Aylsham. The route was uneventful and with a bit of winter sun we soon warmed up.
On arrival at Blickling we found Graham who had already bagged a table for us all. We all enjoyed a good lunch with the soup and scone combo being the most popular choice, although other went for more substantial options. Ian displayed his recent bargain jersey purchase to us all (not sure if he has shares in the supplier!)
After lunch Graham left to make his own way home, whilst the remainder followed the route through Silvergate, Oulton, Corpusty (were Andy S peeled off for home), Ramsgate Street, Edgefield, Hempstead and Selbrigg Pond were we stopped to check out the swans! Shortly after this Ian left to make his way back to High Kelling (he assured us he had done the rest of the route on the way to PC in the morning!). The remaining three riders then followed the route back PC via. Bodham and West Beckham, with Chris leaving us at West Beckham. Even though it was a relatively short ride I think we all found it enough! Overall, a good days cycling in fine weather for the time of year.
PC to PC 42 miles
Average speed 14.0 mph
Total Elevation 1600 ft
Riders: Andrew B, Andy S, Chris S, Ian A, Graham A, Mark M
P.S. Stables Café reopened on Monday after a refurb, which would explain the loss of the big table and the appearance of the pillows on the ceiling (supposed to be feed sacks, I think): https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/24911335.stables-cafe-blickling-hall-norfolk-reopens/
Upcoming Rides –
Saturday 8th February – Junction 21, Themelthorpe
Wednesday 12th February – Lily’s Tearoom, North Walsham
Routes for rides on the website under Dates and Destinations: https://nnwheelers.co.uk/club-runs/
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