ChrisP

You're lucky we seem to be in dog paradise.

Either dog walkers at the bottom of the garden.

Or dogs barking for hours.

Must do more Social Distancing tomorrow and get away from them.

Hi Leigh good idea tack them on the Virus News page in Club News.

Evening manage my 2nd Social Distancing ride today.

Didn't do as as many miles as Roger but i know my left from my right.

Not to difficult getting out with weather like today, and how nice to ride on quiet roads.

Just need the sun to stay out for a few months.

Keep safe and happy cycling.

Le Guide 

As John Shelley has already mentioned, meeting for club runs will

stop until further notice. 

I have just completed my first Social Distancing ride and think i've seen more solo 

riders out than ever. Some in shorts, not ready for that yet.

What a great day for biking. Sun out a little warmer a touch of spring in the air

The hedgerows are starting to turn green and i heard the first Skylark singing

high in the sky above Hartlebury.

It was like a travel back in time, no shops open, not many cars about, pubs closed.

No Sunday luncher's rushing to pass you on the way out or back from pub.

This is how Sunday riding used to be. Only drawback I will have to start making my

toasted marmalade sandwiches to take with me.

So keep safe, keep healthy and keep riding.

Keep in touch.

See you ASAP.

Chris P

Chairman

Took the camera out today the first time this year.

Got the timing right and arrived at the station just before Moira and John.

A few pictures for those who remember what a proper railway station and carriage look like

What were these used for.

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Not many trains about.

Tme to go home.

Best day of the year so far sunny, warm no wet roads just a little windy.

It is with much sadness that I have announce the

passing of Evie yesterday Friday 28th February.

The youngest daughter of Michelle and Chris Thompson.

Our deepest sympathy and thoughts go out to 

Michelle, Chris and Charlotte at this sad time.

Chris and Hilary.

Have you got the date for the 2020 Tommy Godwin Challenge in you diary? It's Sunday 22 September and there are only 14 days to go  until entry opens on 1 March.

A limited number of discounted Early Bird entries will be available for the 100km and 73km routes. Once these have sold out normal entry rates will apply.

We are very excited  because we will be celebrating some significant milestones this year:

. Tommy would have been 100 years old

. We expect the total raised for the Hospice to exceed £100,000 

. The Olympics are being held in Tokyo, and the last time it was held there, in 1964,  Tommy was Manager of the GB Cycling Team. 

The Organising Team

An update from Alan.

The hospital picture a little dramatic but after x rays and MRI scan no serious damage.

A few stitches in his nose but still has a very sore back after a week has passed.

The water has now disappeared from the hole after a week.

 Picture of the crater taken today, ladder required to escape.

Just recieved from our Man in Dorset. Alan T

Flooded road+
Pot-hole=A&E (Thurs 23 Jan). Ouch!

Beware.

I think that might have been Phil Carbutt from Kiddy.

The finger job might stop you from picking your nose?

I did venture out today with Roger B we set of at 10:15 and rode straight

down the A38 to Droitwich.

As we reach Bromsgrove the fog got very thick and the temperature began to drop.

Dropping down past the Chateau the temp went down to minus 2.5 but being tough or

daft we pressed on.

We rode up the Saltway turning up past Hanbury Hall to Jenny Rings.

We went straight over but as the temp hadn't risen and the fog was still bad we decided not to turn

for Broadacre but continue for home.

Pleased to say by the time we reached Tarddebigge the sun came out the sky turned

blue the the temp went up to a very warm zero.

That made a pleasant end to the day.

Signing of Pardoe

Must stop now have a dinner to cook.  

Yes another sad loss to the cycling world.

If those wishing to attending the funeral can let me know, as the Beacon

would like to have an idea of numbers to cater for.  

Hi Ivor

Top right hand corner of the page a bell and next to it an envelope.

Open the envelope and in the top right hand corner click compose new which opens message page.

Can't make it tomorrow have a good ride.

A happy birthday to Mick Flanagan.

Best wishes from Chris & Hilary.

The raving mad group enjoying a seasonal get together for breakfast.

Note!! the new bench would have come in handy if the fire wood ran out.

John E has now brought his own gas stove can't wait for the fire to warm up.

Olly following a small portion diet has a tiny mess tin for cooking. 

Tess and Lottie show their upbringing with the best china plates to eat of.

John E having trouble with his plumbing.

Team photo.

Now for the ride to the pub.

A quick look back to see the ladies bringing up the rear.

Good to have Hannah back out on the bike again but the hills don't get any easier.

I think Lottie is taking a rest.

Soon back on the bike will have to get her trained up for next years Birmingham Velo.

Final push for the pub.

Podium slipper use by the world sprint champion.

Another great end to the year.

A great day weather warm and sunny.

Food and drink as good as ever.

And of cause excellent company.

Let's do it all again in 2020.

A very Happy Christmas and New Year to all our followers.

Usual meeting place Lydiate Ash Road by the bungalows.

Start time  10 o'clock'ish short ride to Kitchen in the woods.

After a gastronomic feast we will proceed to The Swan for refreshments.

Don't forget frying pans food etc.

Lights will be needed it could be dark when returning home.

Be there whatever the weather Hopefully it should be a dry day.  

As John said cafe a very good find.

Weather not to cold but rather windy.

The view over the fields from the back of the building is great.

Should be good in the summer sitting outside.

Now for the important things tea, food and a chat.

All good things come to an end.

Now for the ride home.

After a short stretch to Pershore into the wind the right turn for Pinvin put the wind

behind us for the rest of the ride home.

As the pictures show the sun was out most of the time.

Roger an I only got caught in a shower climbing the Lickey's.

More sad news i'm afraid.

Don Harrison died early yesterday morning.

Our thoughts go out to his family.

Chris & Hilary

Just to finish the weekend off a chinese at John & Ann's.

Thanks for a good night.

Hilary and Chris would like to thank all those that attended or Clubs

70th annual get together and made it a special evening.

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A short cold run today after a late night and busy week.

Did more reminiscing after last nights 70th club dinner.

Also some eating and tea drinking.

Nice to have the sun out but only 1-2 degs.

Chris T's new winter bike.

Rather a grey day some fog about and plenty of standing water.

Rode out with Roger B to join the others via Earlswood.

Arrived just after them.

Squeezed into the setting and roasted by the fire.

Most of the artwork taken by Moira.

Almost took this one up Johns nose.

Just good friends.

Apart from the gloomy weather a good ride no wind about.

Yes it was a little cold out my Garmin didn't get above 5 degs.

Still the cafe was warm food hot and the tea welcombing.

After all the rain the river was high but not over the wall like in the past.

With food and drinks on the table the smiles are back.

I think the winter has arrived.

The drop in temperature gets to the chest as well as the legs.

Maybe it is our age?

No probably just the time of year. 

Please note there has been a change of venue after the funeral.

It will now be held at The Kings Norton Golf Club.

Please inform anyone you might have mentioned it to.

It is with deep sadness that I have to announce the death of Eddie

one of the founder members of the club.

He was recently diagnosed with motor neurone disease and passed away last night.

Our thoughts go out to Mavis, their girls Susan, Debbie and Caroline and the rest of the family.

As our Chairman for many years he will be deeply missed.

With deepest sympathy,

Chris and Hilary.