First observation on Wavey Davey Williams' riding style, which is like a horizontal sine wave, across both sides of the road (bit like golf then ..). The trick before bends was to swing out far right 'to see if anything was coming' then to dart back in if there was. 'Perfectly safe' he says as we watch with trepidation.
Back to the plot, and away from the faded glory B&B in Moretonhampstead at 9 am
Had awoken to sunshine after heavy overnight rain, miracle! Stayed dry on lovely route either side of Exeter, stopping at the renowned bike shop for brake blocks.
Soon hit the enormous climb out of Broadhembury with the landmark spider gate half way up.
Arrivied in good heart at the lunch stop in Smeatharpe but with ominous fall in temperature and some drops of rain. Spot the colour change in the jacket. Where's Tony for the photos? Last seen heading round the back of the Village Hall.
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Stopped off to look at St Mary's Church in Stoke St Mary, famous for its stained glass windows.
Isolated showers the forecast said. No, make that non stop rain for the next 40 miles or so, arriving near Glastonbury dripping wet. Glorious shower at the Premier Inn, ie hot one in the bathroom. And promise of a tumble dryer! Pie night in the restaurant, eat as much as you like for £4.99, even complete second helpings of pie. Resisted.
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