Pictures taken on Branch ride-outs
Another bunch of members braving the weather for a Sunday ride-out to the Army Flying Museum in Middle Wallop. Great fun, but everyone had to clean their bikes when they got back Here are a couple of photos from the ride.
Another cold, but dry Sunday ride to TJ’s Cafe. Here are some photos of the hardy bikers on the ride.
Our first ride of 2024 was on Sunday 7th January. After a week of exceptionally heavy rain, the weather changed to dry, but very cold. We met up at the start in our warmest winter clothing with the air temperature just under 4 degrees C and set off for the Jackeroo Cafe at Thruxton race circuit. On route we came to halt at a heavily flooded road. After some hesitation the leader rode slowly through the flood waters, followed by two other brave members. However, the remaining riders turned back and went off to find another route. All were reunited for a hearty breakfast in the warm at the Jackeroo. Here are a couple of photos of the ride.
Thousands of bikers turned out for the Toy Run in aid of the Dr Barnado’s children’s charity on the 3 December. Many Branch members contributed as marshals, transportation or as riders on the day. See highlights of the run in the video below.
We had a Saturday ride to an open day at Rawles, the Austin Healey specialist. They had a magnificent collection of beautifully restored and enhanced Austin Healey’s to look at. There were a lot of impressive classic cars to look at brought by other visitors as well. Their workshops were open and there were staff on hand to talk about the processes they go through in taking the rusty remains of old cars and transforming them into the shiny finished beauties. With a barbecue cooking hamburgers and tea and coffee on offer, we had a great time. Here are some photos of the event.
In 2023, a group of Branch members went on a weeks tour of South West Ireland, riding the Wild Atlantic Way, kissing the Blarney stone and drinking Guinness while listening to Irish music in the evenings. It was a great week riding hundreds of miles together. Watch the video below to see the highlights.
