Two rides today

(i)  Eleven riders on the usual Saturday ride, led by John T to Sainsbury's at Maypole.  The route was via West Heath Park and Hawksley, Primrose Hill, then a loop via Grimpits Lane and part of Redhill Road, and down Crabmill Lane to Sainsbury's.

Return via back roads and Brandwood Cemetery and Brandwood Park Road to Stirchley. 

The route is here. 

(ii)  Nine riders on an enjoyable longer ride in the quiet lanes south of the city, led by John P.  Coffee at the Priory Cafe at Stoke Prior.  Some challenging hills on the way back, especially Mearse Lane in Barnt Green.  Weather unseasonally cold.

The route is here.