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Steve Birkin
posted this comment on October 13, 2019Saturday 12th October. After much discussion 5 rode to The George at Trottiscliffe via Knatts Valley, Plaxtol, Crouch and Offham. The expected rain held off for most of the morning but we didn’t escape it after lunch. A better ride than expected although I did get a puncture in Otford on the way home. The 5 were: me, Ron Castle, Chris Simms, Bob Craig and Dave Binks.
rosemary wakefield
posted this comment on October 10, 2019B1 Leaders
There are still no leaders for many rides, Please will riders who have decided not to lead on certain days and have had their names removed from the runs list volunteer to do other rides. Also other volunteers needed. although I am prepared to fill in if necessary I do not wish to lead more than is reasonable. There is no leader for next week and I will be away so no leader no ride but you could drink more coffee!!!!
Mike Wakefield
Pete Pembery
posted this comment on October 10, 2019On an overcast day, 13 riders left Polhill on route to Kemsing, which was via Knockholt,Eynsford,Horton Kirby, West Kingsdown, to the top of Terrys Lodge where we descended down to the Pilgrims, and made our way through Heversham to Kemsing, where some went to the pub, and others to the Italian cafe.Riders with me, Dave S, Bob S,John W, who all left before Kemsing, Pete B,and Pete J,Tony B, Danny G, Tim, Ray S, Frank H, Steve D, and Paul M.
Barry Barlow
posted this comment on October 9, 2019Wednesday 9th October
12 riders set out for the Star at LIngfield:- Steve Birkin, Bob Craig, Ray Hardinge, Tony Reeve, Martin Gill, Danny Eagles, Martin Howe, David Keith, David Binks, Mike Cleary, Chris Simms and I. Steve dropped out fairly early in the ride, and I managed to lose Mike and Martin just before the pub. Quickly realised they were missing as we sipped our beer, and they soon turned up. Food was excellent, but service was very slow I thank there were some other riders in the pub who arrived after us and seem to get served before us Ho Hum!
Richard Bingham
posted this comment on October 9, 2019Prems ride Wed 9 Oct. Only 3 riders for the 28 miles to The Star Lingfield. Nice weather and route along the ridge, down Gangers and up the gnarly Enterdent before a loop around Outwood and Smallfield.
Pub service was quick and food good including excellent spam fritters. Was also great to meet up with other Groups at the pub. Felt like a club meeting!
The riders out were John Baker, Colin Kane and me
Brian Slade
posted this comment on October 9, 2019B2 LONDON RIDE – WEDNESDAY 09/10/2019
We left London Bridge at 10:30am sharp heading towards Rotherhithe and our coffee break at the WATCH HOUSE café. Following the Thames path towards Surrey Quays and a detour to Decathlons magnificent store. Then onto Russia Dock woodlands, Deptford Victualling Yards, Greenwich Visitors Centre(comfort break), O2, Thames Barrier onto the new extension of the Thames path. Crossing the river via the Woolwich Foot tunnel (thanks to Brian Wood text that both lifts were operational). Next Royal Victoria Gardens and onto the bridge to view the London City Airport runways where we saw (heard & smelt) a plane takeoff. David Morgan decided to take the DLR before we got onto the Greenway all the way to the Olympic Park. Unfortunately we were late in arriving at the Timber Lodge Café and met Brian Woods on his way cycling back home. Ken Mould was lost on route having been delayed with numerous phone calls. Mike Howe went back to the Greenway whilst we were lunching to try and find Ken but to no avail. We left the Olympic Park at 2:30pm and made our way along the Hartford Union Canal to Victoria Park where we joined the Regents Canal and onto Canary Wharf through Millwall Docks onto Mudchute DLR station where we immediately caught a train to Lewisham DLR arriving at the Main Line station at 3:30pm for homeward train journeys.
Many thanks to our Backstop Brian Weeks – other cyclists (in no particular order) were Tricia Hewlett, Rosemary Wakefield, Linda Kemp, Mike Howes, Paul Hills, Paul McAteer, David Morgan, Ken Mould, Eric O’Conner, David Parker, Emrys Wilson & Brian Slade (Leader)
Linda Kemp
posted this comment on October 9, 2019Thank you Brian for a very enjoyable ride to the Olympic Park. You even arranged good weather!
Linda
Brian Slade
posted this comment on October 10, 2019Sorry I forgot to mention that Paul Hills left us at the Woolwich Ferry whilst suffering from a cold to cycle home via Eltham…………..
Eric Oconnor
posted this comment on October 10, 2019Many thanks Brian for a great day. Enjoyed the route enormously especially the Wren church at the coffee stop in the park.
Paul Godfrey
posted this comment on October 9, 2019B2 ride we started with a large group which shrank significantly on the way. Peter Woods, Peter Hawker, Sally Maxwell, Roy Marks, Ken Dean, Clive Adams, Roy Cheeseman, Di Outram and myself set off but by the time we arrived at Lingfield just 5 remained. Ken, Peter W, Clive, Ray and myself enjoyed a good linch and a pleasant ride back, not withstanding myself having technical issues and being stung by a wasp which got inside my helmet.
Paul Godfrey
posted this comment on October 9, 2019Roy C apologies for the misspelling I gave you an unecessary ‘e’
Roy Cheesman
posted this comment on October 9, 2019Thanks for a great day Paul. It was a great route. As Clive said when we got to Knockholt, thirty seven miles with hardly any traffic.I’m used to all sorts of spellings of my name so no worries. Thanks again. Roy.
Brian Slade
posted this comment on October 6, 2019LONDON RIDE – WEDNESDAY 09/10/2019
PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS REGARDING THE MEETING POINT AT LONDON BRIDGE RAILWAY STATION MAIN CONCOURSE.
MAY I SUGGEST THAT WE MEET ON THE CONCOURSE BY THE LIFTS FOR PLATFORMS 6 & 7.
WE WILL BE LEAVING AT 10:30AM SHARP FOR A COFFEE BREAK IN ROTHERHITHE.
LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON WEDNESDAY FOR A LONDON ADVENTURE!!!
KINDEST REGARDS
BRIAN SLADE
Chris Simms
posted this comment on October 6, 2019Saturday 5th October:
Six of us met at Coolings, Blueberry café. Bob Craig went straight home again but I was joined on the ride by Steve Birkin, Dave Binks, Danny Eagles and Tony Reeve. We rode via Chipstead, Yorks Hill (down of course), Hever, Lingfield and Crowhurst before arriving at the Barley Mow, Tandridge for lunch. A dry day and a good ride.
Peter Jones
posted this comment on October 5, 2019A belated A2 report for 2.10.2019. The group left Lullingstone for The Bricklayers in Chipstead via Eynsford, Crockenhill, Chelsfield, Pratts Bottom, Knockholt, Tatsfield, The Ridge where, on the advice of Tony B, we shortened my ‘over optimistic route’ and cut down Chalkpit Lane into Oxsted, Limpsfield, along Pilgrims into Chipstead. The Bricklayers were very welcoming and provided good service and food. The riders were: Peters’ Jones, Pembery and Boden, Tony Beaumont, Bob Stock, Nick Leng-Smith, John Wilks, Danny Gazzi, Frank Hunter, Paul McDonnell, Ray Smith and Mick (?).
Peter Jones
rosemary wakefield
posted this comment on October 4, 2019B1 Volunteer Leaders Required
Vacancies need to be filled for 9th and 16th October, 6th November, 4th and 11th December. Please refer to Runs List and let me know.
Thanks in anticipation.
Mike Wakefield
Bob Craig
posted this comment on October 3, 2019Hi We seem to have lost the Saturday Runs List.
Ray Hardinge
posted this comment on October 3, 2019Bob,
You’re right – I’ve emailed Ken to see what the problem is.
This Saturday the ride starts at Coolings (Knockholt Green and Pleasant at 10.30am).
Paul Dean
posted this comment on October 3, 2019Wednesday B1 Ride to Charcott. In beautiful autumnal sun we headed via Chipstead, Back Lane, Bayley’s Hill and Chiddingstone to The Greyhound at Charcott. The food at the pub was excellent but a bit of a long wait, so probably best that they did not have to deal with the whole of the B group. We sat outside enjoying the sun and then rode back via the less enjoyable Hubbard’s Hill. The riders were the 3 Mc’s (Malcolm McIntyre, Paul McAteer, Tim McCaffrey), Mike Yeo (who left on-route) and myself.
John Baker
posted this comment on October 3, 2019The Prems were heavily depleted this week due to holiday absences so only 2 riders departed from Lullingstone on Wednesday. Farm traffic had turned Knatts Valley into a muddy puncturefest so we detoured up Bower Lane, down Cotmans Ash and across to Plaxtol before descending to the flatlands of the Medway Valley. There was a slight delay when Richard dropped his chain before the climb into Matfield, then it was a full on sprint in blustery conditions to meet up with As at The Woolpack in Benover. A longer than usual ride at 37 miles, due to a couple of unscheduled detours, was covered at an average of 17mph.
Excellent bangers and mash at The Woolpack and prompt service. We were joined on the ride home by Martin Gill on his first ride back after a few weeks away on the promise that it would be a gentle bimble – which it wasn’t. Arrived home pleasantly knackered and looking forward to well earned evening refreshments.
The riders out were Richard Bingham and John Baker.
Ken Dean
posted this comment on October 2, 2019Wed B2 ride to Mark Beech (or Markbeech depending on which signpost you read)
13 riders set off via Bessels Green, Back Lane, Ide Hill and Bough Beech to the Kentish Horse, who despite short notice, made us welcome with a smile, good service and food.
On route we lost Cliff Bell, Cathy S, David Parker and John Thomson but were compensated by Eric O’Conner who joined us at Ide Hill. The remaining members of the group, apart from myself were John Broadfoot, Heather & Trevor, Brian Weekes, Peter Woods, Trish, Linda Kemp and Chris Brett.
On the way home we enjoyed tea and banter at the Ide Hill cafe.
A pleasant sunny day if a bit fresh early on.
Ray Hardinge
posted this comment on October 2, 2019Today’s A1 ride to the Woolpack in Benover had us waving to the shoppers in Sevenoaks High Street, dodging the dog walkers in a beautiful, sunny Knole Park and flying down the hill at Plaxtol with a stiff tailwind. From there on it was a breeze along to Golden Green and East Peckham to the Woolpack. An excellent choice of pub, since the food was good, service cheerful and atmosphere friendly.
The 10 happy riders were Chris S, Bob C, David K, Dave B, Martin G, Martin H, Barry B, Danny E, Dom H and myself.
Malcolm McIntyre
posted this comment on October 1, 2019I am down to lead B1 group on 11th December, but won’t be able to do that date. Any volunteers most welcome.
Apologies, and thanks.
Paul Godfrey
posted this comment on September 29, 2019Sevenoaks Distric Council are running a Silver Sunday intiative aimed at getting senior citiznes to try a new activity. The club is featured on their website showing the ride from Lullingstone this Wednesday. It is therefore possible that anyone interested will turn up at Lullingstone and I would ask that members keep an eye out for newcomers and point them in the direction of a committee member or ride group leader.
Chris Simms
posted this comment on September 29, 2019Saturday 28th September:
Three of us met at Lullingstone – Dave Binks, Martin Howe and myself. We rode via Ide Hill, Four Elms, Markbeech and Penshurst to the Plough at Leigh. A bit of a windy day made it hard work but the pub was warm and cosy. I managed to get another puncture somewhere between Wrotham and home but otherwise a good day.
David Sims
posted this comment on September 26, 2019Hi one and all,
I am running the Roses trip again, for 2020 second week in September, usual European Bike Bus, 7 nights Half board in the Marian Platja hotel about £650
Any body interested message 07896336474, or email fourpedals309@gmail.com
This of course is not a Meridian trip but a holiday organised by me
Cheers
Dave Sims
Cathy Sharman
posted this comment on September 26, 2019I am down to lead a B1 ride to the Jail Pub on November 6th but I am having a Cataract op on Tuesday 5th so will not be riding, could someone pick this up for me? Many thanks Cathy
Richard Bingham
posted this comment on September 25, 2019Wedns 25th. Prems ride. Only 3 riders at Coolings and with our leader having to pull out we had no planned ride. We decided to do a loop West and meet up with the A2s for lunch at the Stanhope Arms in Brasted. The loop ended up as 31 miles. Along the ridge, down Gangers up The Enterdent before a quick dash around Lingfield and Edenbridge. With time pressing on it was up and down Toys to finish in Brasted. Good ride in the end and not too wet. Riders were John Baker, Colin Kane and me
Malcolm McIntyre
posted this comment on September 25, 2019A very select B1 group this Wednesday for the ride to East Peckham. After an initial light moistening, we enjoyed clear skies and sunshine by lunch at the Blackbird and Thrush where, the service was cheery and very speedy.
Shame on the stay at home fair weather lightweights.
Excellent back marking by Nick Leng-Smith.
Ken Dean
posted this comment on September 25, 2019Wed 25th; B ride to Pembury via A21 Cycleway
After overnight rain 7 brave souls met at Otford pond at 10am. Despite a damp start it soon cleared up to give a mainly dry day with the odd glimpses of sunshine. Apart from myself the riders were Roy Cheeseman, Dave Collier, John Broadfoot, Linda Kemp, Cathy and Paul Hills.
Only two mishaps; Linda’s stumble was soon put right by a good meal at the pub(Black Horse at Pembury), my puncture was quickly repaired with an aerosol can (must by another).
Although this was a ‘car assisted’ ride of some 35 miles, it could be reclassified as a ‘normal’ ride for a slightly faster group.
David Keith
posted this comment on September 25, 2019Although the weather forecast was not very promising, especially for this morning, I was joined by Chris S, Tony R and Danny E at the Pondview Cafe in Otford for the ride to Mundy Bois. Whilst it was damp under tyre the heavens did not open so we decided to “give it a go”. All was well until just after West Malling when I let the team down for the first time with a “pinch-punch”. There were not audience members as all chipped in to get us on the road again. Soon afterwards, at Barming Heath, I let the team down again! This time the culprit was a thorn. Following another group repair job we felt a little deflated so did a U-turn and headed to the Scared Crow for a delicious lunch. Ironically on the ride home we had some showers – so much for it clearing up! A big thank you gentlemen for your assistance and being prepared to “give it a go”.
Chris Simms
posted this comment on September 25, 2019Not a bad ride in the end, David. Didn’t get too wet. However just to keep you company I managed to get a puncture somewhere between Wrotham and home. Not our day really!
Ken Dean
posted this comment on September 24, 2019Wed B Rides to Tunbridge Wells
Weather unpredictable but decided to proceed. Will be at Otford for a 10am start.
Ray Hardinge
posted this comment on September 23, 2019A1 Riders,
We need a leader for this Wednesday’s ride to The Black Horse at Stansted. Can someone volunteer please and let me know so that I can advise the pub.
Ray.
Barry Barlow
posted this comment on September 23, 2019Aren’t all the A1s going to Mundy Bois with David Keith? I thought we were going to cancel the A1 rides when there was an away day.
michael wakefield
posted this comment on September 22, 2019Hi all B1 Riders
Volunteer leaders are needed for 9th October Polhill to Lingfield and 16th October Dunton Green to Benover.
I will not be available on these days so will a rider or two take pleasure in volunteering.
Please email me so the runs list may be updated. Except for these there is a full compliment of leaders to the year end.
Mike Wakefield
Barry Barlow
posted this comment on September 21, 2019I am writing this post because for the Dordrecht holiday this year we have to reserve the hotel rooms now for 2020 to get a good price and to secure them. This is not a commitment and we will only ask for a deposit when we submit the final numbers, but if we do not reserve rooms they may all be taken. We really need to know by the end of September to secure the rooms
If you are at all interested please complete the form accessed from the news item at the side of the page. Or else get in touch with Heather or me directly.
ronald castle
posted this comment on September 21, 2019Wednesday 18th September 2019 ‘A1’ ride from The Olympic to Smarts Hill.
Joining me were Bert and Agnes, Martin Howe, David Keith and Danny Eagles and Tony Reeve met us at the Spotted Dog.
Our ride was mainly flat until we arrived at the bottom of Smarts Hill on the climb up to the pub where we were in need of our lunch and refreshments. A good day’s cycling.
Richard Bingham
posted this comment on September 19, 2019Wednesday 18 Sept: Prems ride from Olympic to The Kings Arms Upnor. Nice sunny day we followed and usual 26 mile Beaumont/Gill route via Southfleet, Cobham and Lower Higham. A bit of impromptu offroad around Nurstead and a missed turning at the end left us on a scary bit of A228 dual carriageway. Anyway, pub was great and we sat in the garden in the sun. A couple of routine punctures on the way back but nothing beyond us. 70 miles for me and the legs felt it! The riders out were Colin Kane, Dave Hickman, Julian Hutchings and me
Danny Gazzi
posted this comment on September 18, 2019Wed 18th Sept, A2 ride. 5 of us set off from the Olympic through Darenth, New Ash Green, Longfield Hill, Meopham, Harvel, Vigo and down to the George in Trottiscliffe. The service there was a bit less slick than usual, but still well above average. A lovely sunny day, but the warmth is going, and the wheat has been harvested from the fields. A few more vans on the road than we would have liked, including one that held everybody up because it couldn’t get past a lorry going the other way, but generally quiet lanes. The 5 were Steve Daniel, Paul Dean, Malcolm McIntyre, Bob Stock and myself.
Dave Collier
posted this comment on September 18, 2019Wednesday 18th Sept.2019. B2 ride from Swanley Olympic to The Ship at Southfleet. 12 riders set off in the sunshine from Swanley, they were: Eric O’Conner, Eric McNally, Trish Hewlett, Di Outram, Peter Hawker, Ken Dean, Paul Godfrey, Paul Hills, Brian Weekes, Brian Wood, Mike Howe and myself. At Sutton at Hone, Eric M and Mike H left us and we continued on through S. Darenth and Horton Kirby and up the climb of Mussenden Lane. At Speedgate Peter H departed heading for lunch at Stansted. After descending and ascending two valleys we arrived at Longfield Hill. It must be noted here that on two strenuous climbs, Eric O’Conner who had been doing extra training over the previous few days was not last to the top! We skirted Istead Rise, went past the Southfleet pond and down to The Ship. The pub is very pleasant and service & food was good. All agreed that we should use this pub again.
David Parker
posted this comment on September 18, 2019Wednesday 18th September B1 ride from Swanley to Southfleet
On a brilliant day for cycling Trevor Sims, John Broadfoot and Roy Cheeseman joined me in a ride through Farningham, Knatts Valley, Ash, Longfield Hill and New Barn to Southfleet.
The Ship at Southfleet ws excellent with good food and quick friendly service.
ronald castle
posted this comment on September 14, 2019Wednesday 11th September 2019 combined Prems and Al car assisted ride from Lenham to Dymchurch.
Chris Simms, Tony Reeve, Colin Kane, Richard Bingham, and Dave Hickman joined me for the yearly ride across the Romney Marsh. Conditions were blustery but thankfully there was no rain. We stopped for lunch at the Shepherd and Crook pub in Burmarsh and on the return the three A1s stopped for tea at the Rare Breeds Centre in Woodchurch while the prems pushed on home as they didn’t use their cars.
Richard Bingham
posted this comment on September 14, 2019Cracking ride Ron, Many thanks again.
rosemary wakefield
posted this comment on September 13, 2019WEdnesday Faversham Ride
with me were Chris Brading, Paul Dean, Danny and Paul from the A2`s. good coffee at Havershans in Faversham and lunch at Red Lion Baddlesmere. Bit windy at times with a fast ride by the sea with the wind on our tails. All motorists were polite including the one who reversed his car into me!!!
Mike Wakefield
David Parker
posted this comment on September 12, 2019Wednesday 18th September. The destination for the B1 group has been changed to Southfleet, as I have been advised that the Amazon and Tiger is not open on Wednesdays.
Peter Hawker
posted this comment on September 12, 2019Wed. 11th. As the ‘C’group rep. I joined the ‘B 1’s and 2s’ from the Rose & Crown to Mark Beech led initially by Diana, latterly by David Parker. A pleasant, good value lunch in the Kentish Horse.
Reasonable weather. An uneventful ride. “Who could ask for anything more?”
Pete Pembery
posted this comment on September 11, 2019A2 riders met at the Rose and Crown Dunton Green,we discussed where we were going, Tony and John headed to Shorne, the rest of us went on a 30 mile ride, with over 3,000 ft of climbing,that ended up at the Lookout Cafe at Biggin Hill,our route was via Aynsford, Well Hill, Chelsfield, Nash,Cul du Bedlestead, Tatsfield,with me Pete J, Malcolm, Rick, Nick, Steve, Dom, and Jane
Paul Godfrey
posted this comment on September 11, 2019B2 ride from Shorne Country Park joining me were Mike Yeo, Heather Sim, Dave Cooper, Ken Dean, Brian Weekes, Brian Woods, Cliff Bell, Eric O’Connor, Ian Doughty Jeff Drummond and Tony Wild. My Garmin decided to throw a hissy fit and so Ken and Cliff used their Garmin and knowledge to navigate. Rosie’s tea room was busy but the food was good and very reasonably priced. A very windy but dry ride with some very different views.
Paul Godfrey
posted this comment on September 11, 2019Apologies should be Dave Collier
Paul Godfrey
posted this comment on September 9, 2019B2 Car assisted ride starting from Shorne Country Park at 11.00. Coffee and refreshments available at the country park.Easy ride on the Isle of Grain with lunch at the tea rooms in Lower Stoke. The route is on the runs list
ronald castle
posted this comment on September 9, 2019Wednesday 4th September 2019 ‘A1’ Ride.
Chris Sims, Bob Craig, David Keith, Martin Howe, Chris Brett, Steve Birkin, Tony Reeve, Danny Eagles, Bert and Agnes and me took a undulating ride from Polhill Garden Centre to the Greyhound Pub in Hever.
Sorry for the late posting.
rosemary wakefield
posted this comment on September 9, 2019B1 Ride Wednesday 11th Sept. FAVERSHAM
Start 1100 at Havershams Coffee and Sandwich Bar Market Place Town Centre near Guildhall
Trains from Bromley South 0927 St Marys Cray 0910 Swanley 0915
Car parking outside centre or use long stay car park near station entrance opposite petrol station. on left of this is alley go left and carry on to Market Place..
Ride is 41 miles and we will traverse esturary wall on grass/gravel path at Conyer Quay.
Mike Wakefield
Chris Simms
posted this comment on September 8, 2019Saturday 7th September.
Six riders met at High Elms on a somewhat chilly morning. We rode via Downe, Westerham, Chartwell (where we lost Bob and Martin briefly), Four Elms and Ightham Mote. We decided to have lunch at the Plough, Ivy Hatch, which was OK but a bit expensive and not a great choice of sandwiches. Those out today were myself, Ron Castle, Martin Howe, Steve Birkin, Tony Reeve (who left us near Charcott) and Bob Craig.
Ken Dean
posted this comment on September 8, 2019Friday Evening Shoreham Walk
Forecast looking good. Start at 4.45 with sandwich buffet at end of walk.
Approx 4m / 2hrs.
Add your on the website so that I have an idea as to how many the pub have to cater for (max £5).🏃🏃
Michael Yeo
posted this comment on September 10, 2019Hi Ken, I think I put my name on the walk list. Mike Yeo
Colin Kane
posted this comment on September 5, 2019Prems 4th September. Polhill to The Crown, Turners Hill.
We kept up a lively pace via Westerham, Crockham Hill, Limpsfield, East Grinstead and a loop up to the Weir Wood reservoir, just because the boys like to climb! before cutting back to Turners Hill.
The service a food were both excellent which we enjoyed in the late summer sunshine. We returned via the more direct and faster route across Crawley Down and Newchapel. Just the wind to contend with.
Riders Martin Gill, Dave Hickman and Richard Bingham joined me for this Fast & Furious adventure. No mechanicals!
Tony Reeve
posted this comment on September 5, 2019I am thinking of going to southern Germany for a few days riding at the beginning of October. I plan to fly to Munich then take the train to Nuremberg. Cycle from Nuremberg to Bamberg then Rothenburg an der Tauber and return to Nuremberg. Three days approx 60/70 miles a day
I will take my own bike (bike case hire available from £30/40 per week available from a number of bike shops.)
I am happy to add another day riding around the Starnbergersee which can be accessed via the S Bahn from central Munich if anyone wishes to extend the trip. Any takers?
David Sims
posted this comment on September 5, 2019A2 ride report for 4th Sept 2019
Riders were David S, Danny G, Peter B, Tony B, Nick LY, Paul M
We rode to the Greyhound at Lingfield
Kenneth Mould
posted this comment on September 4, 2019Wednesday 4th September 2019
Today I led my brave band of Meridians on a B2 ride.
With a Dunkirk Spirit, we evacuated Polhill Garden Centre just after 11.00am.first we descended Polhill(newly tarmaced)
turned onto the Otford road(which could do with being re-tarmaced).At the pond we were joined by the mastermind specialist, Dave Collier at the same time Trevor Simm peeled off. Our number of riders remained at 9.Headed onto
Kemsing and turned down towards Noahs Ark hung a left at Fullers Lane and crossed the busy A25,emerged just before
Stone Street, up passed the two abandoned pubs. Soon at Ivy Hatch. Turned down the A227,forked off towards Plaxtol. Down & up the hill to Crouch, onto Offham then climbed up to The George at Troiscliffe arriving at about 12.55pm.
On todays ride were : David P,Paul G,John B,Sir Ken D,Paul H,Dave C,Patricia,Rosemary W,Trevor S,and myself.
Ken Mould
Diana Outram
posted this comment on September 3, 2019B2 ride Headcorn to Tenterden 28th August 2019
Very late report of excellent trip by Di, Linda, Ken Dean and backstop Paul Godfrey chasing the B1s to the station at Tenterden. A more sedate return journey was made to the Headcorn air strip where we were rewarded with several ancient aircraft actually taking off and becoming airborne. Something we have failed to achieve on previous occasions. Only marred by a light rain shower on the way back to the station. Many thanks to all for their company.