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Wednesday 22nd July 2026

 Forecast looking OK so rides will be on.

Wednesday 15th July 2026

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Short Ride 1 Report by Andrew Short version 25 miles, Cherry Tree Garden Centre, 10 riders Less short version Who? David lead an eclectic group of riders including:- Andrew, Betty, Chris, another David, Helen, Janet (Andrew’s long suffering partner on her first ride), Mick G x 2 and Peter. Chris, Betty, Janet, David, Peter, Helen, Mick and David Where did you go? We went up to the fabulous Cherry Tree Garden Centre up near Bradmore, fabulous location and great to sit out. If I had gone in the car I could have spent some serious cash on some of the marvellous items for my garden! What topics did you discuss at coffee time? I'm not sure why, but lots about Michael O'Leary and Ryan Air today, especially how to avoid incurring extra charges at the airport!! What was your route? No idea, I just follow the person in front!! Fortunately, a fellow rider recorded it and here it is! What were the roads like? To be honest some really need resurfacing schemes, for example th...

Wednesday 8th July 2026

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Short Ride Report by Andrew Short version 8 riders, 19 Miles, East Goscote Nurseries Longer version Who? Ian led a group of riders including myself, Mick, Chris, Betty, Terry, Anne, as well as Ian's wife Jo who retired from work the previous day!! Andrew, Mick, Chris, Betty, Terry, Ian and Jo (partially hidden) at the Tea Garden Cafe, Cossington Where did you go? We went to the fantastic coffee shop at East Goscote Nurseries just outside Cossington. It was as brilliant as always and sitting out in the shade was a delight. The offerings at East Goscote nurseries were as delicious as always and I'm led to believe the cakes were an absolute treat! I rather let the side down just managing the small free “jammy dodger” accompanying my tea rather than lovely portions. What were the roads like? There were three sets of temporary traffic lights to navigate in...