A Group 23 October

The early rain seemed to have kept all our regulars with SW postcodes at home today so we started with just 8. We set off up Punchbowl Lane in the hope of a dry run but just after Roothill Lane the drizzle started. A short stop to don waterproofs as it came down heavier but not for long. At his point Toni realised that his bag with waterproof, money etc was still at Dorking. Jeff produced a spare waterproof and he was persuaded to continue. A call from Terry later confirmed that the bag was safely at St Martins. So then south to Parkgate, Partridge Lane and down the newly resurfaced Orltons Lane to Lambs Green. From here we cut west through Wimland  and Green Lane and over the level crossing to Warnham. Table service and excellent food was provided at Greets though good food doesnt come quickly and it was 2.30 before we set off again. We returned through Rowhook and Forest Green to Holmbury St Mary where we parted company with Toni ( and Colin) at Raikes Lane so he could return to Dorking. The remaining six headed for Shere and Combe Bottom before tea at West Horsley. The weather improved and we were rewarded with a lovely afternoon.