Ten Bs left the Yvonne Arnaud fairly promptly (despite Great Western Railway's best efforts) and headed southish with a not very promising outlook. However the sun came out and we were soon enjoying an English summer's day. Briefly using the track we soon crossed the A281 into Shalford Lane. Using lanes as far as possible we soon crossed the river Wey and spent a few wonderful minutes riding along the towpath to Farncombe Boathouse where we rejoined the road to Godalming outskirts. After a long reasonable climb up Brighton Road we turned into The Drive and soon to the steep downhill to Tuesley and Enton Green. Another gradual uphill on a narrow shady lane with a stream at the roadside. Bliss ! Soon we met the A283 where we headed north to The White Hart at Witley where well priced, good food was soon being served and almost Birthday Boy Ian bought the drinks.Thanks Ian.
Another long, gradual climb straight after lunch followed, again on well shaded lanes with spectacular tree roots on display above us. The ride was uneventful to Bowlhead Green where I had a rear puncture. Unfortunately Ed wasn't available but a PLRC (Puncture Location and Repair Committee) was soon formed and in no time at all we were under way again. Thanks all. Soon we crossed the A3 (couldn't quite see the tunnel) and pressed on through Thursley, Elstead and Hurtmore to Hector on The Wey for 3s at 4. Suitably refreshed we left some time later.
What a pleasant almost traffic free summer's day in unfamiliar country with very good company. Thanks all, especially tec Tim and corner markers.
Terry
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