'Never mind the weather, never mind the rain'!!!! How appropriate for to-day! Bob led nine A Group through the country lanes (I didn't notice any place names-sorry)! from Dorking to lunch at Horley. Not quite true, Tony D'I left us for home after a few miles whilst Mike M. Vic, Julian, Rob, Frank H. Steve and myself (Pam) continued on our sociable ride to Weatherspoons- surprised?! What a pleasant pub! The exterior is 'Art Deco' as is the interior with a really good ambience. Turns out it was a car showroom! The proprietors name was Jack Fairman - a grand name for a car dealer! We all sat around one table and there was lots of chat and laughter. Ian left early as he had to get home, but when we were ready to go the rain was lashing down, so we stayed a little longer before leaving for tea at Denbies. Our route took us along roads that skirted Reigate and via more lanes to the Coach Road through Betchworth golf course from Brockham.
Steve and Frank didn't stay for tea and Mike had peeled off well before Brockham. Several B Group riders arrived and had mostly left before Bob, Vic and I.
What a pleasure to ride home in the dry and the warmth of the sun after the days soakings! My mileage for the day was 70 and I have yet to go to Staines for a pint or two with my diving friends. Thanks Bob, a great day!
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