Frank C set out from Wimbledon bathed in gentle sunshine from blue sky, but by North Cheam's meetup the fog was obscuring the sun, and the temperature dropped to bitter. So we were six hardy riders setting out for Cobham this morning, Sandy, Frank B, Anne, Frank C, Ken and me.
We arrived at coffee just as the last of the B groups were departing, some looking very Christmassy in anticipation of their lunch! Ours being next week, we were nonetheless delighted to find the British Legion warm, welcoming as always and with seasonal decs up. Mince pies and shortbread to go with our coffee were a delicious treat and it was good to see Neil C, taking a bye from the A ride today, with Don and Peter T.
Around 11.30 we started thinking about where to go for lunch. We were soon on our way to The Woodman in Lower Ashtead, and I lead a shorter route than usual, through Stoke D'Abernon and bypassing Leatherhead town. Thus we arrived just in time to get the last big table and all sit together!
Food and service were excellent and we enjoyed the usual merry social intercourse and cosy ambience. There was no tea stop this afternoon, but we enjoyed a sunny ride back over Ashtead and Epsom Commons.
About 25 miles today for North Cheamers.
~Helen
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