Ride Reports 2017
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Monday 2nd January: Victoria Park
A glorious sunny day as we met at Caffe Nero in Enfield Town and decided our route. The democratic decision was for the Narrowboat Café, so we set off in the opposite direction for Victoria Park, leaving at around 10:30am. We followed Meridian way to the towpath at Stonebridge Lock, and then a diversion at Tottenham Hale around the bridge works before crossing Hackney Marshes and then alongside the Hertford Union Canal to Victoria Park. Here we found the Hub Café was closed so we had lunch at the Crown Pub or the Fountain Café. Home by the reverse of the outward route until Edmonton, where we split for our various homward destinations. Leader Eleanor, Jeff, Ron, Mark, Maz, Les, Paul, Jane P, Theresa, Michèle, Liz, Martin, Nick, Terry, Peter
Sunday 29th January: Waltham Abbey
A short winter ride with heavy rain forecast for the afternoon. Maybe this affected the turnout, as three people turned up! From Edmonton Leisure Centre we rode north on Meridian Way to Ponders End, then across Gunpowder Park to Avery Lane, which was closed for resurfacing. But of course bikes could get through, and we continued past Woodgreen Farm, Pick Hill and into Waltham Abbey. Here we had lunch at the Gatehouse Café opposite the church. Back on the towpath to Enfield. There was about half an hour of light rain in the morning, but we were home well before the main downpour later that afternoon. Leader Paul L, Paul J, Peter
Sunday 12th February: London Colney (not)
In the middle of a very cold snap, with temperatures just above freezing, grey skies and light drizzle, it was borderline decision by the three who turned up as to whether to continue. Buoyed by an improving weather forecast, we set off through Crews Hill and up Coopers End Lane. But, despite the forecast, the rain came down more heavily so just beyond Potters Bar we came to our senses and turned homeward. Leader Peter, Paul J, John R
Sunday 19th February: Lee Valley South
A milder winter's day from Edmonton Leisure Centre southbound on the towpath. Around the bridge diversion at Ferry Lane Estate, where we saw the orthodox Jewish community in festive mood for the feast of Purim. We continued through the Walthamstow Marshes to the Riding Centre for a café stop. We then rode into past the Olympic Velodrome (with some being detained by the Cycle Surgery Sale) and on to Victoria Park. Lunch at the Hub café, followed by a return to Edmonton along the direct path. Leader Paul L, Jeff, Peter, Eleanor, John R, Hyacinth. Liz, Martin, Bridget, Jane P
Sunday 12th March: Battersea Park
A milder springlike day as we left Edmonton, but with light rain forecast for later. We followed the familiar route down to Victoria Park, where two more joined us. Into London, crossing three times over the Thames bridges on cycle routes 3 and 8 and into Battersea Park. The rain had arrived by now, as we dispersed into various cafés for lunch. The return trip started with a photocall by the Pagoda, then east along the Embankment cycle route. Some left us along the way to take the train home, while others rode all the way back to Edmonton. Leadwer Eleanor, Jane P, Chandra, Faye, Theresa, Les, Maz, Paul L, John R, Peter, Jeff, Paul J
Sunday 19th March: Loughton
A mile south westerly wind as we left Edmonton Leisure Centre south east, then east via Walthamstow, Leytonstone, under Charlie Brown's roundabout to the towpath by Roding river. Then after a comfort stop at Tesco, Chigwell and onwards over the M11 rising upwards to Loughton where we stopped at the Gardener's Arms pub, with western views across to London, about 1pm. After lunch we took a shorter return but with two climbs near Theydon Bois. Through Epping Forest to High Beach, Mott Street (down!) and so home. At Enfield lock we saw Jaques on his bike going east. Leader John R, Theresa, Paul, Peter Mo, Peter Mu, Jeff, Maz, Stephen, Trevor, Bridget. Les met us in the pub for lunch.
Sunday 26th March: Lee Valley Ride to the Olympic Park
The first joint ride of 2017 set off after 10 o'clock southbound alongside the Lee with Lee Valley Park leader Chris, public riders and club members as marshals. A brief tea stop and meet up at Stonebridge Lock, then south again across Walthamstow Marshes, Hackney Marshes and into the Olympic Park. Lunch at the main café there (with extremely slow service), then our return leg via the Velodrome northwards in fine spring weather. Leader Chris, Les, Peter Mo, Eleanor, Mark, Debbie, Paul, Maz, Jeff, Pat + public riders.
Sunday 2nd April: London Colney
Lunch Stop
Photo: Paul
Unlike 12th of February, when we last attempted this ride, today was a glorious sunny spring day. After tea and coffee at Whitewebbs golf café we set off northwest on Coopers Lane Road across to Brookmans Park and Colney Heath. Taking a short cut through Willows Open Farm Paul spotted a herd of (well, acually 4) Alpacas. From there it was a short ride to lunch at the Green Dragon pub, London Colney, where it was warm enough to sit outside by the river. On the return ride about 2pm we climbed Black Lion Hill through Shenley, then on cycle route 12 across to Hadley Wood Station. Finally along Wagon Road east to a brief tea and ice-cream stop at Ferney Hill Farm before finishing back in Enfield Town about 3:30pm. Leader Peter Mo, Paul, Jeff, Theresa, Les, Maz, Bridget, Dave, Susan, Chandra, John R, Peter Mu, Peter Hk, Martin, Eleanor.
Sunday 9th April: South Herts Circular Ride
Burnt Farm Ride
Photo: Paul
A very warm spring day as we met in Enfield Town Park by the temporary café van. There was an intial delay of about 10 minutes delay as the peloton was 20 strong then off north on road across Hilly Fields, onward to Cattlegate Road, off road on Burnt Farm Ride with a quick photo call and water stop. Then past Goffs Oak to Hammond Street down Darnicle Hill, up to Newgate Street village, down Carbonne Hill and over the cross roads to Northaw. Finally before lunch we rode on the B156 to the Chequers pub, where we sat outside in very warm sunshine. Some left at 2:30, while the rest enjoyed a visit to the Oshwal Jainism Centre with its pink and white temple, where we were made welcome and told about the temple's rôle. Eventual return to Enfield about 4:30 pm. Leader Paul, Jeff, Pat, Peter Mu, Jayne, Karl, Chandra, Maz, Les, Maggie, Eleanor, Ron, Denise, Dave, Theresa, Stephen, Paul J, Debbie, John R, Chris.
Sunday 16th April: Tall Ships at Greenwich
Riding off 12:15 from Stonebridge Lock Tottenham, southwards via Markfield and Springfield Parks to join the Greenway eastward to Woolwich Ferry. On the south side some tall ships were moored by Woolwich Pier. We enjoyed a late lunch break by the Thames Barrier café, outside! Then riding west to Greenwich, the Cutty Sark and the foot tunnel to Island Gardens. Here we found a good riverside viewing point by the Ferry Boat Pub to see the departure of about 20 sailing ships from various countries starting their trip to Portugal or Canada. Our return ride took in Limehouse Basin, the Grand Union Canal, Mile End Park, Victoria Park and the towpath to Stonebridge lock finishing about 6:50pm. A great route and view. Leader Eleanor, Paul, Jane, Theresa, Maz, Jayne, Sarah, Les, DEbbie, Dave, Susan, Jeff, Pat, Chris, Michèle.
Picnic time
Photo: Michèle
Waiting to embark
Photo: Michèle
The Cutty Sark
Photo: Michèle
Santa Maria Manuela
Photo: Michèle
Unidentified ship - can anyone help?
Photo: Michèle
Artemis
Photo: Michèle
Sunday 23rd April: Harlow
Coffee stop at Epping
Photo: Paul
Ladies in Pink.
Photo: Michèle
A fine day started by the Greyhound pub Enfield Lock, then across Gunpowder Park, east up the more gentle part of Avey Lane, Pynest Lane, Upshire to the High Road Epping where we stopped for tea. We continued north to Tyler's cross and onto the rather confusing Harlow cycle paths. These took us into the town centre and on to the Town Park café for lunch. After lunch the short ride to the Decathlon sports store were some bought more 'stuff', before returning on paths south west then Broadley Common, Bumbles Green to Lee Valley and Waltham Abbey. Here we split for our homeward rides. Leaders Martin, Jane P. Liz, Jeff, Paul L, Stephen, Maz, Les, Sarah, Paul J, Eleanor, Faye, Jackie, John R, Michèle, Peter Mo.
Sunday 30th April: ECC Annual Lunch
Ready for the Presentations.
Photo: Peter
Those riding left Enfield Town park at 10:45, up Carrs Lane with a quick call to Bush Hill Gardens to see the Cycle Enfield Doctor Bike. Then along Wellington Road, Lincoln Road, South Street to Waltham Cross. A dry breezy wind and sunshine took us into Lee Valley White Water Centre. Here we ate a buffet lunch followed by our annual awards for 2016 with certificate, cups, thanks and some rather bizarre prizes. We also had a video link to Les and Maz in Blackpool. We finished off with thanks to our hosts as we left about 3:45. Ride Leader Paul, Stephen,Eleanor, Michèle, Jeff, John, Theresa, Bridget. Non riders Peter, Jane, Paul J, Jayne, Sarah, Trevor, Jill, Lance, Chris, Colin, Liz, Martin.
Sunday 7th May: Richmond Park
This ride met at Liverpool Street Station by the Kindertransport Memorial at 9:45 to set off across the city and along the new Embankment Cycleway to Pimlico and Battersea for a quick stop in the park. Then Albert Bridge, past Fulham football club to Hammersmith Bridge before looping back through Barnes to Roehampton Gate and the café in Richmond Park. A puncture in the last quarter of a mile was fixed during the lunch stop before we rode clockwise around the park road to Pembroke House café. We saw several herds of deer in the park before returning on a similar route with another stop at Battersea Park, reaching Liverpool Street around 4:15 p.m. Leader Eleanor, Paul, Peter, Chandra, Hyacinth, Jane P, Theresa, Jayne, Karl, Dave, Susan, Will, Mark B, John, Jeff
Friday 12th May: Enfield Night Hike
Batman and Supergirl.
Photo: Maz
At the start.
Photo: Nightingale
The theme for this year's night hike, in support of Nightingale Cancer Support Centre, was superheroes and some of us entered into the spirit while we acted as roving marshals on the 9 miles (15 kilometres) walk starting and ending at Enfield Civic Centre. Thanks to Maz, Les, Bridget, Dave, Susan, Jeff, Paul, Richard, Batman and Supergirl (but no Robin?).
Sunday 14th May: Tea and Cakes
A fine late spring day saw us riding east from Edmonton Leisure Centre at 11:15 to South Chingford, Highams Park to Epping Road A10 then northwards leaving the road for a forest track to climb to the motorbikers cafe for lunch. There is always a variety of bikes on show here, including this time a 1940s/50s red BSA ex GPO telegram bike. At two we left for tea and cakes at the church. Return ride was by Avey Lane and the A121 back to Waltham Abbey and Enfield Lock about 4pm. Leader Maz, Jeff, Sarah, Peter, Paul, Theresa, Bridget, Chris, Michèle, Pat, Les
On a forest path
Photo: Peter
At the bikers café
Photo: Peter
Some of us remember these!
Photo: Peter
Sunday 21st May: Lee Valley Park
Our joint ride from Cheshunt Pindar car park took in woodland sculptures, marooned barges, flooded gravel pits, plants and wildlife as we toured the Park north to Broxbourne then south east, over Clayton Hill and down to the Lea Valley Park Farm for lunch. Afterwards south to the White Water Centre and back to Cheshunt about 3 pm. Leader Chris, Eleanor, Jeff, Peter Mo, Peter Mu, Paul, Maz, Pat, Martin Les and the public
Sunday 28th May: South to Crystal Palace
A prompt start from Edmonton Leisure Centre, southeast through Walthamstow, Leyton and Bow to the Isle of Dogs and Greenwich tunnel. The south side lift was out of order so we had to carry our bikes up! A short break by the Cutty Sark then onwards on road South to Deptford Brockley Upper Sydenham to Crystal Palace Park arriving about 12:50. Lunch outside in the park or in the café/pub. We had entered the park at Old Cople Lane by the TV transmitter close to the site where the Crystal Palace burnt down in 1936. We regrouped for the ride back about 2:30, stopping at Greenwich Island gardens café for tea. Then in light rain northwards on to the towpath at Bow for return to Edmonton about 5 p.m. Leader John R, Eleanor, Jeff, Paul, Trevor, Chandra, Theresa, Bridget, Stephen
Sunday 4th June: St Albans Verulamium Park
Cafe in Verulamium Park
Photo: Paul
The ride started from Trent Park café at 10:15, and took in Cockfosters Road, Lancaster Avenue, Waggon Road, Potters Bar, National cycle route 12 to South Hatfield. Then on the Alban way disused rail line west to St Albans and into the park, where we had lunch in the sunshine at the park café. The return ride was very similar as far as Welham Green then a diversion to Brookmans Park (ice cream stop) before Potters Bar, the Ridgeway and Enfield. Two riders required chain attention, and one needed a roll of black tape to patch a wardrobe malfunction! Leader Eleanor, Jeff, Chandra, Paul, Karl, Jayne, Theresa, Sarah, Peter, Les, Maz.
Sunday 11th June: Enfield Parks
Ride off from Edmonton Leisure Centre east then north on the towpath at Picketts Lock to Enfield Lock, then over Mollison Avenue and into Albany Park, Turkey Street, Bullsmoor Lane underpass to a tea stop at Myddleton House and Gardens. A short ride took us by Turkey Brook to Forty Hall, and lunch at the revamped Whitewebbs Café. After lunch we rode south by Hilly Fields, Town Park, Grovelands Park, Arnos Park, Broomfield Park before we split up for home. Leader Paul, Peter, Jeff, Jayne, Trevor, Steven, Michèle, Chris, Debbie, Pat.
Sunday 11th June: Breast Cancer Charity Ride
Eleanor, Bridget, Susan, Dave and others rode the four laps for a 25km total distance around a central London closed circuit.
Friday 16th June: Bill Windebank Memorial
Held at Forty Hall Long Gallery. Nine members attended a memorial tribute to Bill who died in February. We joined family and friends who spoke of their memories of him: long runs, skiing, cycling, work and family life with photos and mementos to remember him. Club members Dave, Sarah, Nick, Richard, Jane, Kieron, Diane, Paul, Trisha.
Sunday 18th June: Borehamwood and Barnet
A changed ride folowing the cancellation of the Lee Valley ride scheduled for today. We met at Winchmore Hill Coffee Break Café before riding north west to Hadley Wood, Hadley Highstone, Trotters Bottom, over the A1000 to Borehamwood then a circular turn back to Barnet. Lunch at the Old Court House Café and Park then back on the Pymmes Brook trail to Palmers Green and Winchmore Hill. A very hot sunny day. Leaders Les, Maz, Jeff, Karl, Jayne, Leon, Paul, Eleanor, Denise and Dave.
Sunday 25th June: Perry Green (Lee Valley ride)
The Rye House Plotters
Photo: Paul
Another warm summer's day ride from Broxborne Old Mill and Meadows jointly with Lee Valley Regional Park. North to Rye House and a short historical talk then on road B180 to Hunsdon, Widford and east to Perry Green and the Henry Moore Sculpture Park. We enjoyed an outdoor lunch in the ground when there was a very short shower (fortunately one of the statues nearby resembled a bus shelter!). Returning from 2:35 p.m. south over the A414 to the River Stort and Roydon Gatehouse Café with lovely ice cream. Then back to the River Lee at Broxbourne by about 3:30 p.m. Leader Chris, Maz, Bridget, Paul, Leon, Jeff, Martin, Debbie, Peter, Stephen, Les and public riders.
Sunday 2nd July: Hertford Town
From Whitewebbs Golf Café Enfield our new leader took us north via country lanes and Hoddesdon to arrive in Hertford town centre for lunch about 12:30 pm. The return leg set off about 1:40 p.m. with ideal weather. We also met a local cycle club during the ride. Leader Jeff, Jane, Eleanor, Denise, Jane, Karl, John R, Debbie, Paul J, Dave M
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Sunday 16th July: Aldenham Country Park
Riding off from an Oakwood Park temporarily occupied by travellers, we headed west via Beech Hill, Hadley Wood, NCN12 and the atrocious cycle crossing of the M25 at Bignalls Corner to South Mimms and a tea stop at Shenley Park café. Then through leafy Radlett on road and also past Aldenham and Haberdashers Aske schools to Aldenham Country Park for lunch about 1 pm. Return by Letchmore Heath after an off road stretch alongside Elstree Airfield, then Radlett and Borehamwood back towards Barnet where we stopped for locally made ice cream at Lewis Farm, Galley Lane. Finally back via Dollis Brook to Oakhill Park where we split for home. Leader Peter, Pat, Paul L, Stephen, Denise, Dave
Sunday 13th August: LVRP to Ware and Hilly Fields Music
We started from the Greyhound pub past Ponders End into the Lee Valley Park then up Clayton Hill to Dobbs Weir, collecting two more riders on the way. Along the Lee to Ware for a nice new lunch stop at Jacobys(?) café The return ride was by Great Amwell, Dobbs Weir, The Crown Broxbourne to Cheshunt, Forty Hill and Hilly Fields where we listened to music by the Soul Agents in warm summer sun. Several other members joined us here for the concert. Leader Ellie, Simon, Theresa, Debbie, Mark, Liz, Martin, Paul
Sunday 20th August: LVRP to Docklands, Ride, Fly, Sail!
From Stonebridge Lock, Tottenham, we rode south east to Three Mills Island passing belted Galloway cattle grazing at Lea Bridge and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Our morning tea stop was at the tidal mill - worth a visit alone, it has guided tours on Sundays. Then Limehouse Cut, CS3, Leamouth opposite the O2 Dome, the ship containers flats and light vessel before reaching the Royal Docks cable car station for 'flight' across to Greenwich Peninsula station, which offers great views across London. Once south of the river we turned east to lunch at the Thames Barrier Café, with London City Airport planes to the north side. After lunch to the Woolwich Ferry, Beckton Road, the Greenway, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park for some birthday cakes for Paul (many thanks for the kind regards) before Hackney Marshes and a return to Stonebridge Lock. Leader Chris, George, Liz, Martin, Ellie, Paul L, Bridget, Jeff, Mick, Kenise, Debbie, Chandra, Paul J, Theresa, Peter.
At Leamouth
Photo: Peter
Take off!
Photo: Peter
Looking towards the City
Photo: Peter
On the Woolwich Ferry
Photo: Peter
Sunday 27th August: Stanstead Abbotts, Roydon Ices and the Little Green Dragon
At Roydon Lock.
Photo: Michèle
An early start north along the Lee towpath collecting 3 others en route. A comfort stop at Dobbs Weir before turning off at Rye House and Stansted Innings nature paths towards Stanstead Abbotts High Street and the Village Café at 12:30 for an outdoor lunch in very hot weather. Our return ride was past the Jolly Fisherman pub and turning off along the River Stort to Roydon Lock café for some welcome ice creams in the garden. Back to join the Hertford Road at Dobbs Weir Broxbourne, we met with a slightly awkward path and a very difficult Bridge to negotiate so we deviated by the road route to Cheshunt Pond and then to the A10 cycle path. Some left us here whilst others went on to the new micropub the Little Green Dragon Ale House in Winchmore Hill, run by our good friend Richard, on its first day open. Leader Paul L, Ellie, Debbie, Chandra, Peter, Michèle, Jeff
Sunday 3rd September: Letchworth Circular Ride
No, we didn't ride to Letchworth! We arrived at the station by train or car for an 11 am. meet up for this ride. After a gear problem we set off northwards into the countryside by Arlesey Station, Henlow, Clifton, Southill towards a nice downhill road towards Cardington airship sheds with an airship on view outside. Then to lunch at Willington garden centre café as the sky became gloomier with a few raindrops. But it stopped and we set off on the return ride via Northill, Old Warden (near the air show with low flying biplanes!), Southill, Clifton and into Letchworth for a tea and cake stop at Leader Stewart and Mel's house. Many thanks to them. Finally back to the station for the 5:34 train back towards Enfield. Leader Stewart, Les, Maz, Bridget, Jeff, Paul L, Peter, Michèle, Chandra, Trevor, Sarah, Lawrent, Frank, Geeff
Sunday 10th September: Lunch at Cedars Park
A cloudy ride from Edmonton Leisure Centre northwards to Waltham Cross, joining the cycle path by Mollison Avenue. We headed through Waltham Cross onto Theobalds Lane to the Cedars Park Café. Here we sat at the soft seating area for lunch. As the weather got greyer and windier, we headed home using the Cambridge Cycle Path, after fixing a puncture. Riders were Elle, Michèle, Paul and Theresa.
Sunday 17th September: Rainham Marshes Nature Reserve
After an earlier start from Stonebridge Lock, the route took us via Walthamstow, Wanstead Flats and Ilford before a tea stop at 11am at Barking Park. Then on through Dagenham to Rainham Station crossing. Here our mechanics helped fix a rear mechanism problem. Our path followed on into the Nature Reserve alongside the Thames, to the café for lunch. The sun shone for our return ride, with a visit made to Ilford's Valentines Park for ice creams. Finally back by Chingford and Walthamstow to A406 by the Lee to finish. Leader John, riders Maz, Bridget, Jayne, Jane, Paul J, Paul L, Debbie, Chandra, Jeff, Elle, Andrew, Trevor (backstop)
Sunday 24th September: Café Lunch and Church Tea
Starting from Whitewebbs golf course café at 11.45am, we rode north to Bury Green, then over the A10 by the cycle bridge. Trinity Lane took us to Waltham Abbey, then onto lunch which was had in glorious sunshine at the Narrowboat Café. At 1.45 we went east via Gunpowder Park and up the climb of Avey Lane to High Beach Church. Here we had our afternoon tea'n'cake. Return was down Mott Street to Enfield area. Leader Paul, riders Michèle, Laurent, Jeff, Trevor, Chris, Jayne and Karl (backstop).
Sunday 1st October: Hampstead and Kenwood House
A later start was made from 'Coffee Break' café, Winchmore Hill. We rode off in dull windy weather. Rain had eased as we passed Palmers Green and Bowes Park to the lower path at Alexandra Park. This took us onto Wood Lane by Queens Wood and Highgate, arriving at Kenwood at noon. We then enjoyed lunch outside in some sunshine. We also took a walk around historic Kenwood House itself, seeing its displays of grand paintings, rooms and furniture. Descriptions were given by the helpful room guides. Our return ride at about 1.40pm was back across Hampstead Heath with a stop at the former home of late singer George Michael. Then on to Hornsey and the Muswell Hill parkland walk cycle path to Alexandra Park again, with scenic views to the east. Finally back to Winchmore Hill around 3.30pm. Leader Elle, riders Jayne, Bridget, Sarah, Theresa, Susan, Dave, Jeff and Paul (backstop).
Sunday 15th October: Lower Lea Valley and Olympic Park
From Stonebridge Lock café in dull but mild weather, southwards towards Springfield Marina, where Chris showed us a squirrel's dray. Then onto Middlesex filter beds nature reserve, before riding to Victoria Park for a lap around in the sunshine. We looked around the Westside Food Market as we enjoyed a break for lunch at the Fountain Café. Then on east to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park to view the stadium and to see the velodrome, with its outside road, M.T.B and BMX courses. From there it was across Hackney Marshes, with a tea stop at Springfield Café, returning to Stonebridge Lock at 3pm. Leader Chris, riders Jeff, Stephen, Maz, Paul, Bridget, Trevor, Peter, Leon, Chandra, Michèle, Mike, Les (backstop) + two.
Sunday 22nd October: Around Cheshunt
It was a cool but sunny autumn morning start from Enfield Town Park café. We left at 10.45 to Chase Side, past Hilly Fields, Whitewebbs golf course, Bullscross and Bury Green off road. Lunch was taken at Cheshunt golf course café, which now has nice new interior décor. The return trip took in Cedars Park sculptures, then the cycle track to Enfield, arriving at 2.15pm. Two new riders took part! Leader Paul, riders Leon, John, Cathy, Geoff C, Jeff (backstop).
Sunday 12th November: Walthamstow Wetlands and Victoria Park
Before heading off, we paused at Edmonton Green war memorial to observe the Remembrance Service at 10.45. Riding off at 11.15, we cycled via Meridian Way and the Lee towpath at Leeside Road, joining the east path to Lockwood reservoir gateway to Walthamstow Wetlands. The cycle path took us south to the Engine House visitor's centre. We took a brief look around the exhibition; a further return visit is needed to explore fully. On southwards past the Wetlands trails and Coppermill Tower (opening soon) to Lee path and the Victoria Park Hub café at 12.30. Our return route was more direct, but involved muddy puddles (!), getting back to Edmonton Leisure Centre by 2.30. Leader Paul, riders Jeff, Leon, Geoff, Bridget, Les, Stephen, Antonia, Mark, Terry and backstops Maz and Michèle. For details of the Wetlands, see www.walthamstowwetlands.com.
Sunday 17th December: End of Year Ride 'n' Lunch
The day started with a late morning meet up at the Coffee Break Café in Winchmore Hill for warm drinks. We followed this by an inspection of the new A105 cycle path from the North Circular Road to Enfield. From there it was north to Whitewebb’s Park pub / carvery for a roast dinner at 12.30, where we were joined by three others. A hearty meal was enjoyed before leaving for home at about 3.30pm. Leader Maz, riders Jeff, Paul, Leon, Chris, Sarah, Les, Pat, Martin, Liz.
Tuesday 26th December: Annual Boxing Day Ride
Lunch in the Café.
Photo: Michèle
A sunny day departure was made from Caffe Nero, Enfield at 11.30 by a hardy quintet. The route took in Baker Street, Lancaster Road north to Hilly Fields. From here the Forty Hall cycle path was taken along the Turkey Brook, then to the A10 cycle path and north to Cheshunt Pond café. The return ride was via Cedars Park animal sculptures back to Enfield. Leader Paul, riders Peter, Bridget, Terry, Michèle.
Club Points Table
| Position | Name | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paul L | 1250 |
| 2 | Jeff | 810 |
| 3 | Eleanor | 790 |
| 4 | Peter M | 780 |
| 5 | Les | 715 |
| 6 | Maz | 625 |
| 7 | Bridget | 490 |
| 8 | John R | 430 |
| 9 | Chris | 395 |
| 10 | Michèle | 380 |
| 11 | Theresa | 370 |
| 12 | Jane P | 340 |
| 13 | Pat | 330 |
| 14= | Jayne D | 300 |
| 14= | Martin | 300 |
| 16 | Paul J | 290 |
| 17 | Chandra | 275 |
| 18 | Stephen | 260 |
| 19 | Debbie | 240 |
| 20 | Trevor | 220 |
Points are awarded according to the following scheme
| Leading a ride for the first time | 40 |
| Leading a ride | 35 |
| Acting as backstop for a significant part of the ride | 30 |
| Participating in a club ride | 25 |
| Attending a non riding club event | 20 |
| Participating in about ¾ of a ride | 15 |
| Participating in ½ or less of a ride | 10 |
| Attending a planning meeting or BMW | 10 |
| Bike aid/first aid on a ride | 10 |