CTC North Hants early summer weekend away at Moreton-in-Marsh

Some camped locally, just round the corner, others stayed in hotels or B+Bs further afield. On Friday afternoon the early arrivals gathered for a ride out of Moreton to the NW, swinging around the top via country lanes to return from the NE.

The skies were threatening and rain was innevitable at some stage, though not long or hard enough to dampen our spirits.

After the rain – lining up for the biggest climb of the day.

Nearing the top of a looong climb – Dave keeps Karon and Bob company and offers encouragement.

Bob, Karon and the beast!

Allan in one of the sunny patches.

More rain threatened but didn't come.

At one point some serious navigational discussion was necessary, we even recruited the assistance of a local and a passing cyclist who was on his way to Birmingham!

Dan heading for lodgings in Paxford after the ride.

Saturday morning at the meeting point for our second ride out.

The full bunch before we all set off in two groups – 'fast' and 'not so fast'

Robin

Dave

Part of the 'fast' group

Fast group on a gentle climb

Frank acts as tail-end-charlie.

Frank.

The 'not-so-fast' group find Adlestrop.

We all meet up at Burford for lunch.

It was the start of the Burford festival so we were graced with the presence of a town crier and Morris Dancers.

Leaving Burford as the clouds thicken and the wind pics up.

Outside Bourton-on-the-Water. In the water.

Nearing home and a hot shower!