The weather forecast was decidedly iffy for the ride so I planned a meandering route out to Bunbury and back through Aldford. However, if it turned unpleasant we could head straight back to Tattenhall and then Meadow Lea, only taking just over an hour.
The morning was very pleasant and warm and the 4 of us, Dave H, Andy, Ray and myself set off up the A56 towards the Barrow turning, but
heading then up to Ashton. Skirting Kelsall, we crossed the A51 and took Corkscrew Lane towards the Shady Oak and then up to Beeston. Round the castle,
then a short distance took us to Bunbury and the Nags Head for lunch.
Fortunately we weren't in a rush, and lunch was served at a
leisurely pace. We set off down the lane towards Peckforton and felt the first
drops of rain. By the time we reached Tattenhall it was clearly settling in for
the afternoon so an executive decision was taken to cut out Aldford and head
back. It rained on and off all the way to Christleton where Andy and Dave left
us.
Ray and myself returned between the showers, not too wet
after all.
36 miles,not too bad considering we cut a chunk off.
Jim Dale
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