I had done more exploration of routes in the general northerly direction from elevenses stops and this time settled on one containing park riding, stately homes, the Rugby Stadium, the National Archive and even a river ride through a sewage treatment centre. Interspersed with some more urban stretches which are always a bit problematic with a large group I also decided on a cafe, rather than a pub stop as service is usually quicker and you don't have to book.
This turned out quite well as the 24 who made it to lunch in Chiswick Park put quite a strain on the seating and the catering staff. The scent from the Sarcococca shrubs by the bike park was also welcomed.
We passed the A group going in the opposite direction after lunch near Chiswick Bridge, quite a coincidence with so many road options in that area.
Initially the Thames was almost dried out near Isleworth though later was in full flood with the spring tide which made a change from the almost flooded river path by Richmond the last time I went there.
6 finally got to the tea stop in the Tiltyard cafe by Hampton Court Palace in the gathering gloom.
Thanks to Stephanie for being the back marker and Tim for the route map.
More urban style rides to come from me.
Harry Cole
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| Harry's route from Hersham to Chiswick House for lunch then back to Hampton Court Palace for Tea ( I make it 20.1 miles from Elevenses to Tea) |
A Geographers A to Z view of part of the route from Syon Park, around the Chiswick loop and back towards Richmond. This hopefully illustrates some of the more obscure paths explored today. Click on a map to view it then click on the '+' magnifier over the map to see it with maximum clarity. If anyone is still baffled about elements of this route please ask me for clarification. - Tim
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