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This was only organised at Tatton Park Show yesterday by Graham ( lakelad ) and myself, This will be another
full day out with Grahams local Knowledge of some superb roads, the start place will be at the Burton services
after J27 on the M6, we will leave at 9.30pm sharp.
list of names so far are as follows,
1 Graham (lakelad)
2 Bill Hulme
3 Denis Eley
4 Gary (mk1del)
5 Andrew Mellor
6 Tom Mundy
7 Rick Mcrick
8 Kris Bates
9 Barry Pooley
10 Kevin in
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Bill.
Thanks Bill for posting up the details - Since it is July and the Lakes will be busier at that time of year I am thinking we could head into NE Cumbria along the lines of Tebay, Brough, Middleton-In-Teesdale, Hexham, Alston, Penrith, Kendal - so technically not exactly the Lakes but some cracking roads and good scenery - hope this is OK - just don't want anyone to complain they did not see many Lakes!!
Any NE club members could easily join us at Brough.
Graham
Is that Burton Services between junctions 35-36 (Postcode = LA6 1JF) on the M6 and 9am Bill? :)
Yes the one between J35 and J36
PLEASE NOTE
Them Members from lower down can meet at Charnock Richard Service AFTER J27 ON THE M6, leaving at 8.45!! am (SORRY MY MISTAKE !!! Burton Services between junctions 35-36 (Postcode = LA6 1JF) on the M6 LEAVING AT 9.30am ) please put my number in your phone
078 127 387 64
1 Graham (lakelad)
2 Bill Hulme
3 Denis Eley
4 Gary (mk1del)
5 Andrew Mellor
6 Tom Mundy
7 Rick Mcrick
8 Kris Bates
9 Barry Pooley
10 Kevin in
11 Boyzdad & jack
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Bill
How come my name is not on the list Bill? can you please put me down, looks like I will be able to make it with Jack AKA "jake'o'" to you ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by bill hulme
See you at charnock richard
So here is my proposed route:
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&so...7,2.705383&z=9
Yep, as agreed at Tatton, I won't sell the Mk1 before this run, and I'm in :) Now it's in writting, it's official.
I would come in the Mk2, but then Bill would not be able to keep up with me ;)
When I do sell my Mk1, I know that at least Bill, Dennis and Gary all have more than one each which is just greedy so I will have to borrow one of those so I can still come and join you all :D
PLEASE NOTE
Them Members from lower down can meet at Charnock Richard Service AFTER J27 ON THE M6, leaving at 8.45!! am (SORRY MY MISTAKE !!! Burton Services between junctions 35-36 (Postcode = LA6 1JF) on the M6 LEAVING AT 9.30am ) please put my number in your phone
078 127 387 64
1 Graham (lakelad)
2 Bill Hulme
3 Denis Eley
4 Gary (mk1del)
5 Andrew Mellor
6 Tom Mundy
7 Rick Mcrick
8 Kris Bates
9 Barry Pooley
10 Kevin in
11 Boyzdad & jack
12 Julian Weaver
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Bill.
Just been out this afternoon checking the route (and toilet stops as required). Weather was fantastic and the roads were quiet - hope its the same on the 3rd
Hi Bill,
I got the voice mail you left, it's probabaly a bit late to call you back now.
I'll see you at Charnock Richard.
Thanks for letting me know.
sorry to say but I have developed a coolant leak from the thermostat bleed valve, ordered new bits from Mr T but not expected until 7/7 so looks like a 300+ mile run to the lakes is out for me this weekend
list is as follows
1 Graham (lakelad)
2 Bill Hulme
3 Denis Eley
4 Gary (mk1del)
5 Andrew Mellor
6 Tom Mundy
7 Rick Mcrick
8 Kris Bates
9 Barry Pooley
10 Kevin in (not me sorry, next time!)
11 Boyzdad & jack
12 Julian Weaver
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Bill.
Thanks Kevin for letting us know.
Just been putting the maps together this evening.
Graham
hi ,see you all Sunday , the weather looks very good so far and lets hope they have it right . will be another top run out .
gary :thumbup:
Hi Folks, I'll be joining the party at Burton. See you there.
Hi Garry, Can you bring that spare alternator with you please.
Barrie.
Thanks
Hi Guys,
Unfortunately I can't make Sunday's run due to having visitors for the weekend. I have known for a few weeks but didn't want to cancel until I knew that they were actually on their way from Berkshire. Hope you all have an excellent day, the weather should be ideal.
Denis
Seconded!Quote:
Originally Posted by Rick McRick
Hi Graham what with the sunday weather forecast I was wondering what the plans for lunch are as mrs b & I are thinking of throwing a disposable bbq in the boot if there is a nice place to stop?
I had aimed to stop on the big car park in Hexham for lunch - walking distance to town centre for the chippy etc and a minutes walk from the supermarket and public toilets since I know not everybody will have food with them. I am hoping the roads of the north pennines will be a little quiter than the roads of the central Lake District were today - half the country must be here at the moment enjoying the sunshine!
Graham
Hi all,
Sorry for the late notice but I'm not going to be able to make this. I've found a flat for rent close to work in Sheffield and have managed to be the first to view it, but the only time available was Sunday lunchtime. I also hadn't realised that by moving home I am now 150 miles from the start point, and as much as I like a drive out the fuel for the day alone will cover most of my weekend at the Silverstone Classic in a few weeks!
I really wanted to come as I missed this run last year, but once I'm settled in Sheffield and not commuting 700 miles per week I'll be going to all the runs out. :)
The weather looks like it's going to be cracking, so have an excellent day all of you!
See those that are going to the Silverstone Classic in a few weeks!
Cheers,
Tom
Good to see everybody today - I hope you all enjoyed the route - I drove most it for the first time last autumn and knew it would make a good day out!
And for those who had never seen Hadrians Wall before the whole fun of it is the looooooooooooooooong straight road!
Graham
Great day out Graham, thanks loads for sorting out the route. Well worth the sun burn :)
What a great day this was! Thanks again for sorting out the route Graham - it was relentless!
Comedy moment of the day - Gary's hat. Its Cumbria's hat now!
Another toilet break for Bill
http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/a...1/DSC00314.jpg
But it turned out it Bills car took a leak aswell!
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Random cat
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Big clean job tomorrow!
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Yes, thanks Graham for a fantastic selection of route. I came away with the perception that EVERY non motorway road between Manchester and Carlisle is a blinder! Historic landmarks, panoramic views, lots of people to watch us go by, (lots of pretty villages to terrorise), long straights, sweeping bends, swift climbs and perilous descents, hairpins, even some marvellous overtaking opportunities (how DID you organise that?) - today's route had them all! A triumph.
hi . i take my hat off to Graham ( or would have done if i hadn't have lost it at high speed with the roof off :lol:) . the route was outstanding :clap: , i can honestly say these are the best roads i have driven full stop , the speed and attention needed was exhilarating and i had a big grin on my face when driving them , total priceless . the lads and lady who turned up today are a great bunch and fun to be with :clap: . to all members thinking of going on these events, do it
you wont be disappointed ,they are extremely well organized and top fun . well done graham you pulled a blinder off today mate and you can tell a lot of planing went in to this route and my brother and i enjoyed every minute of it :clap:
gary
Good day I thought! Wouldn't mind it again.
Here are a few pathetic shots taken by my camera. At least it's batteries didn't run out like someone else's. :p
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A few more pics - a lot of glare & bugs on the screen, but they help capture the day nicely!
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