25 of us left the hall and proceeded to pass through Bushy Park, over Hampton Court Bridge and on to Box Hill by way of Thames Ditton, Chessington, Epsom and Headley. On the way some decided to make their own way to the pub for lunch, Ed had a puncture and was OK for us to go on so our numbers were a little reduced by the time we arrived at the Running Horses in Mickleham having joyfully negotiated the climb up ‘Box’ and then the decent via the hair-pin bends.
We arrived a little later than usual at the pub but the staff were more than happy with that as they had said the pub was very busy so when we got there we were able to have their attention, the food being served promptly.
I decided to adjust the route to ensure we would be in time for tea so whilst some again decided to make their own way from the lunch stop the remaining riders climbed up ‘Little Switzerland’ on to Leatherhead and then to Epsom Common. We arrived at The Old Moat at 3.45pm, just in time for tea and cakes or scones.
The weather was great and the company the same.
As always, thanks to Jennie for back marking and all the very important corner markers.
David
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David and Jennie played a trick on anyone who might have been expecting our ride from Teddington to be a flat one. There were several ups and downs including one of the most enjoyable assaults on Box Hill we have made for a very long time.
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Yes, the return route had me guessing all the way... we don't often do a left at the top of Little Switz. but worth it to cross Epsom Common in lovely sunshine.
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