So nearly home…..
The boys tackled some lovely hills today across Dartmoor and managed to totally smash them! Well done lads! Although we haven't finished our journey yet, the memories we have made and the experiences that we encountered have filled our hearts and souls....
Cribs Causeway to Tiverton…,,
The boys did good! They covered 78 miles and the energy to eat out at The George in Uffculme ( this pub is a must to visit) for a meal. We were joined by Our older daughter Charlotte ( who had only just fractured her elbow) and her boyfriend Anthony. We were also joined by... Continue Reading →
Injury
Unfortunately after going to A and E in hospital yesterday I have been told that I can't cycle for two weeks as I have an injured leg/foot. I'm gutted as my mind, heart and soul are able but unfortunately my leg isn't. I will now be able to support Andy, Martin and Steve in a... Continue Reading →
Still peddling!
The last two days have been a blur.. Horrible weather, three punctures but we have met the most kindest people from Katie and Gail in the coffee shop who let us shelter whist waiting for Kerry with spare tyres and then donated their tips to our chosen charities. Then Barry and Scribs the dog who... Continue Reading →
And today came…. more rain and along with it …. strong winds!
Left Moffat at 0745. Passed through Gretna Green. Then Carlisle. Lunch at Dalston. Arrived at Cockermouth at 1900. Total 77miles. 3500ft of climbing. And oh yes it rained for the last 2 hrs!! with 20+ mph head windπ. The team were fab and Kerry the Swanuere was awesome. However, personally that was the worst day... Continue Reading →
Dumbarton to Moffat….
Completed 73 miles today and guess what the sun came out! Yahoo! We only encountered a small shower in Glasgow so things are looking up! We have met some lovely people along the way today... we came across a lovely man called Paddy cycling to work this morning and he stopped for a chat. Thank... Continue Reading →
Shout out to Kerry….
A huge shout out to Kerry for providing us with all the amazing lunches and snack stops! Thank you also to Joe and Archie for making sure our bags are in our rooms!