A refreshing ride in Richmond Park before meeting up with other LCC groups for lunch in the White Cross in Richmond. (12.00)
Date Sunday 14th December
Meeting The Little Green Richmond - by the Library.
Time 10.30 am
Contact Paul Luton 02089774016 / paul@pluton.eclipse.co.uk
Monday, November 17, 2008
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Richmond Rides for Everyone Saturday 15th November
Meeting in Bushy Park and making a circular tour into Richmond Park with a coffee stop.
Date: Saturday 15th November
Meeting Point: Bushy Park, Fountain Car Park, by the kiosk
Meeting Time: 10:30
Contact: Paul Luton 02089774016 paul@pluton.eclipse.co.uk
Friday, November 7, 2008
A Halloween Story - Round Richmond Park In The Dark
We set off, all of us, huddled together in the dark. Lights loomed from either side and flashes of red, green and orange made us stop and start in fear. We found our path and wound our way up the hill to search for the gate and its keeper. He stood in our path, large and wrought with anger. We sneaked in by his side and found ourselves in a magical place, so dark, so very dark. We shouldered our fears, put our lights and smiles on full beam and set off to lighten the darkened lands before us.
The wind whistled through our clothes, numbing feet, ears and toes but still we pressed on. Lights dangled, spilling globes of enlightenment on the ground. We split into groups to weave our own magical spells in the dark, talking incantations to ward off the demons in the dark.
Soon we had a hill to climb; a mysterious shape loomed in the dark distance. We pooled our tricks and spells, flicked our gears and trod on our pedals to conjure an allure to take us over the looming giant. Our spell took us clear and we sailed down and onwards.
At the crossroads, a creaking signpost forced us to split with its craggy fingers pointing the way home for part of our group. We separated, showering enchantments on each other, jinxes to be guardians over our departing friends.
Another gate, another keeper, this one friendlier than the last but still encircling us with breaths of chill wind. And then we were once more in the land of lights, rushing past, crushing the air in front of us. We turned away and meandered towards the river, a gentle slow giant, reflecting the whites of our eyes and steering us towards warmth and ale. We entered the Cross and soon were settled, supping ales drawn up from the heart of the hostelry, telling tales of demons fought and wars against witches won.
The wind whistled through our clothes, numbing feet, ears and toes but still we pressed on. Lights dangled, spilling globes of enlightenment on the ground. We split into groups to weave our own magical spells in the dark, talking incantations to ward off the demons in the dark.
Soon we had a hill to climb; a mysterious shape loomed in the dark distance. We pooled our tricks and spells, flicked our gears and trod on our pedals to conjure an allure to take us over the looming giant. Our spell took us clear and we sailed down and onwards.
At the crossroads, a creaking signpost forced us to split with its craggy fingers pointing the way home for part of our group. We separated, showering enchantments on each other, jinxes to be guardians over our departing friends.
Another gate, another keeper, this one friendlier than the last but still encircling us with breaths of chill wind. And then we were once more in the land of lights, rushing past, crushing the air in front of us. We turned away and meandered towards the river, a gentle slow giant, reflecting the whites of our eyes and steering us towards warmth and ale. We entered the Cross and soon were settled, supping ales drawn up from the heart of the hostelry, telling tales of demons fought and wars against witches won.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Halloween Ride - Friday 31st October
We will be taking a spooky tour of Richmond Park on Halloween night after dark and after the gates are closed to all but cyclists, wildlife and ghosts from yesteryear. Afterwards we will head to our favourite haunt, the White Cross in Richmond. Bring lights, and wear something reflective.
Meeting Point: Richmond Little Green, opposite Richmond Theatre
Meeting Time: 19:15
Contact: Sue Higham (07940 338820 / rccrides@gmail.com)
Meeting Point: Richmond Little Green, opposite Richmond Theatre
Meeting Time: 19:15
Contact: Sue Higham (07940 338820 / rccrides@gmail.com)
Richmond Rides for Everyone - Saturday 18th October
We will be meeting in Bushy Park and then heading out to Walton and back. The ride will be about 10 miles long and we will be stopping for coffee.
Date: Saturday 18th October
Meeting Point: Bushy Park, Fountain Car Park, by the kiosk
Meeting Time: 10:30
Contact: Sue Higham (07940 338820 / rccrides@gmail.com)
Date: Saturday 18th October
Meeting Point: Bushy Park, Fountain Car Park, by the kiosk
Meeting Time: 10:30
Contact: Sue Higham (07940 338820 / rccrides@gmail.com)
Richmond Rides - Sunday 5th October
We will be taking the train to Winnersh and then doing a 28 mile circular route. It will be largely on country roads with easy gradients, with some busier roads for the first three miles in and out of Winnersh.
Date: Sunday 5th October
Meeting Point: Richmond Railway Station
Meeting Time: 09:45
Depart Time: 10:08 train to Winnersh
Contact: John Goddard (07712 013 001 / rccrides@gmail.com)
Note that on the return route, the train will terminate at Twickenham on the return journey.
Date: Sunday 5th October
Meeting Point: Richmond Railway Station
Meeting Time: 09:45
Depart Time: 10:08 train to Winnersh
Contact: John Goddard (07712 013 001 / rccrides@gmail.com)
Note that on the return route, the train will terminate at Twickenham on the return journey.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Richmond Rides for Everyone - Saturday 20th September
On Saturday 20th September, we will be taking part in the "Give your Car the Day Off" festival at Barnes Green.
We will be leading a ride from Barnes Green across Richmond Park and out to Ham and Petersham. We will meet up at the LCC stand on the Green at 10:30. The ride will be about 10 miles long and will be suitable for riders and bikes of all types.
Come along a little early and visit our stand. You can talk to our volunteers about cycling in the borough and can take away leaflets and maps covering the local area.
Date: Saturday 20th September
Time: 10:30
Place: Barnes Green, LCC stand. Look out for the green and white logo
Contact: Sue Higham rccrides@gmail.com / 07940 338820
We will be leading a ride from Barnes Green across Richmond Park and out to Ham and Petersham. We will meet up at the LCC stand on the Green at 10:30. The ride will be about 10 miles long and will be suitable for riders and bikes of all types.
Come along a little early and visit our stand. You can talk to our volunteers about cycling in the borough and can take away leaflets and maps covering the local area.
Date: Saturday 20th September
Time: 10:30
Place: Barnes Green, LCC stand. Look out for the green and white logo
Contact: Sue Higham rccrides@gmail.com / 07940 338820
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