Short Ride Report by John An overcast morning produced a strong turnout with 4 groups departing before John set off with Dom, David, John N., Clyde, Marcus, Dennis, Dave, Eric and Sandy (a new rider) on what is probably our flattest ride to Syston. The riders set out via Cross Lane and Shelthorpe and continued south through Quorn and Mountsorrel where they turned east to cross the Soar to Sileby. The road to Cossington was blocked to motor traffic so the riders enjoyed a quiet road until the joined the cycle track taking them to the Grand Union Canal. David on Meadow Lane Turning off at Meadow Lane the riders wended their way to the Duck and Willow Cafe on Brookside. Dom, David, John N., Clyde, Marcus, Dennis, Dave and Sandy After refreshment the group returned whence it had come with riders dropping off as they neared their homes. At the end just Marcus and John remained, arriving in Loughborough just after noon. Intermediate Ride Report by Andrew Short version:- Nine riders,...

Short Ride Report by John A beautiful sunny early spring morning saw an excellent turnout of more than 30 riders at Holt Drive. Five rides were offered and John was joined by Margaret, Dennis, David, Clyde, Derek, Max, Keith and Eric with East Leake as the destination. The group headed out of Loughborough via Meadow Lane before turning south along Stanford Lane then climbing to Hoton and on east to Wymeswold. From there they headed north to Wysall where the display of daffodils around the church wall could be admired. Clyde and Derek leading Dennis and Margaret west along Costock Road Heading west through Costock, the riders paused outside Love & Piste and ascertained that they were still closed on Wednesdays. Continuing into East Leake the group arrived at Bryers where they discovered Patrick and Laurie already taking refreshment. Laurie, Patrick, Dennis and Margaret David, Clyde, Derek, Max, Keith and Eric Having enjoyed a repast in the sunshine, the riders dec...

Short Ride 1 Report by Andrew Short version Jade's, 21 miles, nine riders Less short version A glorious spring morning at Holt Drive saw another excellent turn out. Two short rides were on offer and as one was to Jade's (Newton Linford) this rider had an easy decision to cycle to this coffee shop venue. Ian kindly offered to lead out myself (Andrew), Anne, Betty, Catherine, John, Mick, Steve and Terry while Chris joined us at Jade's following on from an early morning dental appointment. The route up to Newtown Linford was circuitous*, I can't recall the exact path but I'm fairly sure it involved Quorn, Mountsorrel, Rothley, Cropston Reservoir and Bradgate Park. The offerings at Jade's were as magnificent as always, I pretty much managed to avoid temptation, so maybe I don't need to get my hands on ozempic medication after all!! Betty, Chris, Ian, John, Mick, Steve, Andrew, Catherine and Terry outside the Jade Cafe at Newtown Linford Following o...

Short Ride Report by John An early Spring day with the prospect of sunshine produced a good turnout with riders negotiating the works surrounding the square at Holt Drive.Four rides sallied forth with twelve rider opting for short ride to the Flying Goose Cafe at Six Hills. John was joined by Rob, Chris, Robert, Betty, Eric, Andy, Derek, Mick, Andrew, Margaret and Dennis The riders headed south towards Quorn, turning east to cross the Soar into Barrow and then up Melton Road to Paudy Lane and the Salt Way. (This was a Roman Road and the name "Paudy" is believed to derive from the old English "paude," which mean "paved".) Derek and Andrew on Paudy Lane After negotiating a section of the rather busier Six HIlls Lane, the riders arrived at a busy Swim Six Hills where they queued with swimmers for refreshments in the Flying Goose Cafe. A table was located and all the riders were eventually served. Rob, Chris, Robert (half hidden), Betty, Eric, Andy, D...