Seven riders set off from the Cathedral, including two newbies: Andrew and Dare Sam. The ride leader took the scenic route, accidentally on purpose, from the Cathedral: riding around the Cathedral before setting off on the route proper to Newent. It was the funniest ride I think we have had in a long time. We took a route though the back roads of Maisemore before turning left in Hartpury and then right onto Blackwell’s lane before turning left onto Mill Lane towards Redmarley. At Redmarley the road became a bit more lumpy. Just before Redmarley d’Abitot we took Drury Lane, which was rather narrow and muddy, leading to some grumbling and Nev reminding me that there was a much better alternative in Rock lane. We then turned right in Redmarley going towards Dymock where we took the main road to the garden centre for a well deserved coffee and cake. 20 miles in total.
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