Day 5 - Leominster - Horseman's Green (Shropshire)

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Shropshire is quite big, it turns out. If you recall, it was badly flooded in many parts last summer. And no wonder, we thought, as it rained for almost all of our 40 mile morning cycle to Shrewsbury. However, Shrewsbury seemed like a lovely town, full of winding streets and medieval buildings and we had lunch and more real ale at the Three Fishes pub.

The first day with no bike breakdowns, and a reasonably early start, meant we managed to arrive at 'The Dukes', somewhere between Whitchurch and Wrexham, around 5pm. The Dukes is a 15th century farmhouse, and now family home of Brian and Rosemary. They also do a nice line in hospitality, driving us to the local pub for dinner (and back) and huge breakfast the following morning.

64 miles (again). Soaked in the morning. No rain in the afternoon. Knee pain (Gareth). Less than 5 hours in the saddle. Getting easier.

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Photos

Brian and Rosemary
Brian put his trousers on for our visit.

Comments

[Brenhden]

Well done chaps
Hey guys, the posts are great. All us fat lazy types in Bristol are right behind you using Jedi Mind tricks to push you up the hills and clear the rain clouds away, let us know if its working.

[Gail Alexander-Cahill]

Are the lunches getting longer?
Hi Ben, Gareth and Rolfe. The blog is brilliant and a very entertaining escape from work! It sounds like you're meeting some interesting characters along the way which makes the journey even more unpredictable and fun! Keep cycling and blogging as we're with you in spirit! Gail.x

[Rakesh Murria]

Keep up the good work!
Seriously impressed as to your progress guys. I'll be thinking of you as I sit in my comfortable chair, beer in hand, watching the rain lash against the ground. Is there going to be a big homecoming parade?

[Gareth's Mum]

Good to see you
Enjoyed seeing you all yesterday. Despite everything you are going strong -sort of!!! Very proud of your endurance and perseverance. Keep it up and take care. Love Mum x Still clucking!! Watch that knee BIG G!!!

[Charlotte]

I've watered the plants...
Ben - fear not, the plants at work are being looked after. Sarah is in her new house things are all good here. Seems like you're having fun in the rain... Keep up the good work. Cx