Maureen kindly led the way to Walton on Thames from North Cheam this morning, via Chessington and the Dittons, through Molesey, then past St Mary's Church, taking the back route between reservoirs through to the community centre. We were all quite well wrapped after the weekend's cold snap, but it was somewhat milder this morning, so we'd worked up a thirst and healthy glow by coffee time. There we were joined by Don, Peter and Ray, and by Ann and Tony, who had wisely decided to ride with us in view of the promised heavy rain this afternoon.
All wishing to stay closer to home, we decided on lunch at the Jolly Coopers in Hampton. Booking at about 11.30, they had laid up a table for us in the lovely dining room when we arrived about an hour later. Food and drink was delicious and we enjoyed lots of chat over lunch.
Departing around 2 pm, the rain arrived as we were halfway across Bushy Park, so we didn't all quite manage to get home ahead of a good soaking! No Tea stop today. About 25 miles for North Cheamers.
~ Helen
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