Yvonne and I were up early on Saturday, 13th September, to load the bags onto the bike and be at the grandstand in Lincoln for 9.15am. We had such a good run that we were there far too early, which gave me time to photograph the cathedral in the morning mist.
With Steve leading and me as TEC, we travelled north over the Humber Bridge and, after a coffee stop, arrived in Scarborough for a well earned break. The sun had broken through the clouds and it was very pleasant sitting on the front. Whilst we were here, Jean and Merv joined us, so making the group complete. As we left, the sea mist rolled in, causing it to be quite chilly until we got up onto the moors. Steve took us through Grosmont (North Yorkshire Moors Railway) and close to Heartbeat country. The roads go narrower and steeper, and the sheep closer, but on we went until we stopped for a very nice ice cream. The final run brought us to our overnight stop at the King’s Head in Kirkby Moorside. That is, everyone but Karen, Neil, Yvonne and myself. We were the last to book and we sleeping round the corner in a cottage. This was no hardship as it was very pleasant and we all had a hearty breakfast in the morning.
Having refreshed, it was time to head back to the King’s Head for an evening meal and a few drinks. The locals recommended the Cumberland beer, which, I have to say was very drinkable, even though I kept thinking I was going to get sausages every time I made an order! The meal was excellent and the evening passed very quickly before we were told it was time for bed!
The next morning we crossed the A1 and headed for the South Yorkshire Dales. We passed through Leyburn and Hawes before once again hitting the narrow roads to go ‘over the top’. Working south, we eventually found our way to the A1, before pulling in for fuel and a final rest. Here we said our goodbyes and individuals or small groups left to make their own way home. Yvonne and I joined Mollie, Ed, Jackie and Will for the last ride to Lincoln, via the M62/M18/M180/A15.
It was a superb weekend. Well organised by Steve, and what a group to travel with! A big thank you to everyone who took part!
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