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This page lists the rides and events programme for March, April and May 2009

If you have any queries, e-mail rides@spokesgroup.com Note: The contact details give the first name of the rides/events organiser. The printed newsletter sent to members has the full name and telephone number.

 

Sunday 1st March                   11.00am         Colne Valley and Alban Way

This ride will be brisk paced. We will start at the Elstree Aerodrome at 11am and head along the Colne Valley route via Bricket Wood to St Albans, then along the Alban Way to have lunch at the Speckled Hen pub in Hatfield Rd. We will return along the cycle path along the A404 via London Colney and Radlett to Bushey. The ride will be about 40 miles and we should be home about 4.00pm. Bringing lights would be advisable in case of delay due to punctures. Contact Ayman.

 

Saturday 7th March                10.30am                    Along the River Colne

Meet at Watford High Street Station for this 18 mile mainly off-road route which is extremely muddy so it is best to use a mountain bike. Pub lunch. Contact Nigel.

 

Saturday 21st March             10.30am                                The Clarendon

Meet at Watford Met Station for a short leisurely ride through woods and lanes for a coffee or drink at the refurbished "The Clarendon", Chandlers Cross. The landscaping is really worth seeing. Contact Maureen.

 

Sunday 22nd  March               10.00am             Northwood Circular Walk

Meet at Northwood Underground station for a gentle 11.5 mile WALK with some hills. Includes urban paths, London Loop, and Ebury Way. Good boots recommended, also £2 donation to St.Luke’s Hospice from whom walking team will be joining. Contact David.

 

Thursday 26th March             8.00pm                    Spokes Social Evening

Meet for a drink, curry club or other meal and chat, at the Moon Under Water pub, High Street, Watford. We are normally in the dining area at the rear. Contact Diana.

 

Friday 27th March to Monday 30th March               Bryn Melyn Weekend

At the time of going to press there are a couple of spaces available if anyone else wishes to join us in Wales. Otherwise wait for the report in the next newsletter!

Contact Veronica.

 

Thursday 2nd April                7.30pm                         Committee Meeting

For more details contact Paul.

 

Saturday 4th April                   10.00am                                    Gorhambury

Meet at Watford High Street Station for this 26 mile ride mainly on quiet roads and through the Gorhambury estate near St Albans. Pub lunch.
N.B. change to ride advertised in forthcoming events in current newsletter.

Contact Nigel.

 

Sunday 12th April                   11.00am                          To London Colney

Meet at Garston Medical Centre in Sainsbury’s car park for a 12-mile ride, mostly off road. Fairly easy-going. Refreshment stop in London Colney. Contact Vince.

 

Sunday 19th April                   11.00am                                       Loudwater

Meet at Watford High Street Station for this 18 mile ride which will go on the Ebury Way to Rickmansworth and then on to Ride 8 (in the Blue Book) on lanes around Loudwater, returning on the Grand Union Canal towpath. Those who don't want to do the whole ride can easily return from Rickmansworth back along the Ebury Way. Relaxed pace. Pub lunch at Croxley Green. Mary Ann.

 

Tuesday 21st April                 7.30pm                                      Spokes AGM

See inside front page for details...

 

Thursday 23rd April                8.00pm                    Spokes Social Evening

Meet for a drink, curry club or other meal and chat, at the Moon Under Water pub, High Street, Watford. We are normally in the dining area at the rear. Contact Diana.

 

Saturday 25th April                10.30am            Harefield and Batchworth

Meet up at Bushey Station for this moderate 21 mile ride using the Ebury Way and Grand Union Canal to visit Harefield for a pub lunch. Easy return with possible golfing diversion. Includes some off-road. Contact David.

 

Sunday 26th April                   10.00am                 South Herts Bikeathon

Charity cycle ride starting from the Haberdashers’ Aske’s School.

See separate article for details...

 

Saturday 9th May                    10.00am                                        Water End

Meet at Watford High Street Station for this 30 mile ride along the Alban Way to Water End then back via South Mimms and Radlett. Pub lunch. Contact Nigel.

 

Thursday 14th May                 7.00pm                        Winkwell Wandering

Meet at Kings Langley station for a 10 mile moderate circular ride through Bovingdon to Winkwell for a drink by a cosy fire before return. Lights required. Contact David.

 

Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th May                       Ricky Environment Fair

Help required for our Spokes stall - Contact Roger.

 

Sunday 17th May                    8.25am                     St Albans Charity Ride

The Rotary Clubs of St Albans Annual cycle ride starts and finishes at Oaklands College (Smallford Campus). The route goes along quiet lanes of mid-Hertfordshire. We will lead a Spokes ride from St Albans Abbey Station starting at 8.25am (the train leaves Watford Junction at 8.06). We will do the 20 mile route (total distance about 26 miles or 38 miles if you cycle to St Albans and back). Refreshments stops en route. The first two people to contact us will be entered as part of a Spokes team, others will need to make up further teams of 4 (£50) or to register themselves (£15) by 1st May.

See www.saccr.co.uk/EntryForm.pdf for entry form details.

Riders are also encouraged to raise sponsorship and donations in aid of local charities. Individual entries on the day are £20. Contact Iain or Veronica.

 

Wednesday 27th May             10.15am                                Half Term Ride

Meet at the Cha Cha Cha café in Cassiobury Park for a short, gentle circular ride around the park, canal and woods using cycle tracks and quiet lanes. Actual route and mileage will depend on the abilities of participants. All ages welcome. Bring the kids and granny too! Refreshments back at the café. Contact Diane.

 

Thursday 28 May                   8.00pm                    Spokes Social Evening

Meet for a drink, curry club or other meal and chat, at the Moon Under Water pub, High Street, Watford. We are normally in the dining area at the rear. Contact Diana.

 

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