The Government confirmed on July 19th that England has moved to Step 4 and most legal restrictions have been lifted. From this date, there are no longer any restrictions or set numbers of people who may gather indoors or outside. However, Cycling UK still advises that limiting group rides to a maximum of 15 is sensible and generally considered best practice anyway.
While restrictions are easing across the UK, the virus is still very much in circulation so Cycling UK encourages people to cycle but to do so in a manner which minimises risk to themselves and others from it. Cyclists should use their common sense and continue to act carefully and remain cautious. You should not attend a ride if you, or anyone you live with, has been asked to self-isolate or are required to self-isolate after travel or because they are displaying any Covid-19 symptoms.
On a positive note this means that the club can start to organise group rides again, on our regular pattern of Saturday, Tuesday and Wednesday. See below for details of a Tuesday ride on 27th July led by Peter Greenway and a special memorial day for Ali Staines on Saturday 7th August. It is heartening to see rides on the Calendar again.
Of course starting group rides means we need volunteers to lead them. Why not show us where you've been riding during lockdown?
Whilst the club gets going again, please send ride offers to the club email (wandmctc@gmail.com) which is being monitored.
John Bennett
Chair, Worcester & Malvern CTC
Easy-paced ride to the Fox at Bransford to suit those with rusty legs as well as getting used to riding in a group again.
Meet at Alfrick Community Shop & Café (OS748532) ready to depart at 11:00AM. All welcome - but best bring a mask.
Ride Leader - Peter Greenway
Ali did not want a funeral or any religious ceremony so this is a day for all Ali's families and friends to get together and enjoy ourselves remembering the good times we had with Ali, mostly in the outdoors I hope!
Everyone in Worcester & Malvern CTC who knew Ali is invited to attend a ride or come to the village hall.
Steve Gardner will lead a ride starting at 11 am from The Mayfly Cafe, Cobhouse Fisheries, WR6 6YE. Meet at 10.30 for coffee first.
Ron Ashman will lead a ride from Malvern Link Station at 10am going via The Talbot at Knightwick.
The rides will go up a bridleway up to Ali's memorial bench on Rodge Hill (There is an easy mostly tarmac bridleway from the east side of the hill)
Then down to The Shelsleys Village Hall for a lunch provided. members can join at any point.
Location The Shelsley's Village Hall WR6 6RA https://shelsleys-vh.uk/index.php
Whilst Covid restrictions may have been lifted it would be wise to observe sensible precautions while there are large numbers in and around the hall.
Refreshments will be available from 10 - 4 in the hall.
A light buffet lunch will be provided 12 - 2.
It is hoped everybody will be at the village hall at lunchtime so we all meet up.
Please feel free to bring a home made cake to share with teas and drinks through the day.
Any queries please contact Martin Staines 07851432850
There will also a ride from Kidderminster.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
The Cyclist’s Memorial Service at Meriden will take place at 11.00 am on Sunday 5th September 2021. It will be the 100th anniversary of the first Memorial event.
Worcester & Malvern CTC plan to ride to Meriden and lay a wreath.
Details to follow on the Calendar.
