The “season of mists and mellow fruitfulness” continue to provide us with superb cycling weather and inspired ten knights to make the most of it and bask in the morning sunshine as we gathered around the Market Cross. Having recently returned from foreign travels celebrating his retirement, Mike put in his first appearance for some […]
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It was cool sunny autumnal morning as the fleet convened at Manor House. Our trading destination today was the Bike Cave at northerly port of Driffield as suggested by Greybeard the Pirate. A cheery mood, inspired by the perfect riding conditions, was prevalent as the motley crew set off to rendezvous with “Davy” Jones at […]
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There was a distinct chill in the air this morning as the Master Painters gathered to compare their respective tools and equipment. Today was also the Beverley Food Festival with stalls aplenty set out all around the Market Cross. It would have been very tempting to just ride around the square and sample the wares […]
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After Tuesday’s misdemeanours by unidentified individuals, all “bets” were off regarding the café destination and we were definitely NOT heading to TJ’s. Russell came it for a little stick immediately regarding his recently purchased socks which he insisted did not come from a passing circus. “Right” said Raymond “We’ll head out east….any suggestions?” ‘In making […]
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There was no mention of cheese ahead of today’s ride, however like mice lured into a trap, fourteen mice in knights clothing crawled out of the woodwork to follow the trail to the Cheese Shop in Howden including first timer baby knight Gary. The main gathering was Market Cross while others waited at Manor House […]
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Nothing like a bit of sunshine and light winds to bring all the knights out to play. “All right you horrible little softies” cried drill sergeant Raymond, “Seeing as you don’t like wind, let’s see how you get on with a few hills”. “We can head for Huggate, Huggate or Huggate” he yelled with a […]
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Weather forecasts of gloom and doom from earlier in the week did not come to fruition today. The sky was grey and a there was a distinct chill in the air as the six cruisers gathered at Market Cross. HMS Dreadnought with Pugwash onboard, was first to arrive followed by newcomer HMS Hood with Olivier. […]
ContinueKnights Tour of Norfolk
Day 1 Wells-Next-the-Sea The destination for this years cycling weekend away was Smallburgh in Norfolk. Setting off from Camelot (Beverley) in four separate carts, the Knights agreed to meet at Wells-Next-the-Sea for a spot of lunch before heading out for a short ride. Sir Tristan and Lady Isolde (Dave & Carol) were first to arrive […]
ContinueThrills and Spills in the Howardian Hills
Following instructions from the Admiral to seek out new spicy routes in the west, the fleet set sail and “hove to” in the exotic port of Hovingham. Once all vessels were gathered, the route for todays recce was revealed by Supernumerary Steve. Heading out towards Slingsby, the Admiral took the name literally and slung his […]
ContinueCharlie Quick Becomes a Grandad
There was definitely an autumnal feel in the air this morning, prompting an assorted array of clothing, from shorts to full length tights, base layers to winter jackets, with everyone wishing they’d added more. It didn’t deter a superb turnout with twelve Knights setting off from Market Cross. Today’s destination was the Bike Cave at […]
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