Blue skies and picnics

April in Pictures - as I got behind with my blogging:





April gatherings with stunning blue skies!  Leaves just appearing on the trees, and early blossom.

We headed across town via canal and river, 

I rather like taking pics along the canal, and today was no exception.

Crossing the Change Bridge, we headed to the river, through a little door in the wall.

Its not too early for shorts with this sunshine!

Second water crossing of the day, over the Dee.

After heading to Hawarden, we skirted the lower hills, 

Killins Lane, a small quiet lane that links Higher Shotton to Wepre, and specifically for us Wepre Park, crossing the Wepre Brook at the bottom.  My friend calls this 'wet lane' as it is always 'wet'!  It may be locally known as this too.

Another ladies ride, another cafe, our first visit to Old Hall cafe in Wepre Park.  

Perfect for picnicking!

Leaving Wepre Park we were able to pick up Route 5, which brings us nicely to the river path and an easy return to Chester.

A chance to have a photo with the Flint Bridge in the background.

Nearing Shotton Railway Bridge

Sunny April ride to Yvonne's in Connah's Quay

A very sunny day saw eight ladies meeting at the usual venue. Following introductions and the mandatory photograph we set off - using the cycleway for the first time since we started riding as a group. We picked up Milly en route in Blacon, near a whole bunch of people digging? planting? something on the bank.

As we approached the Sealand bridge, I shot ahead to try to take some photos - which caused some vying for the back of the group to avoid being in a picture. We will have to work on this shyness, girls!

Yvonne's cafe in Connah's Quay was our destination, and we all sat around a table to chat and drink tea and coffee.

Our return was along the river, losing the occasional cyclist as we drew near their homes. By the time we got to Chester we were down to six as Nosheen went home to her assignment - although I think she was going out on her bike again! Maxine lost count of how many we were, and we had to recount who left us where to reassure her we were not leaving anyone behind!

I had an urge to continue on the riverside route so we followed the river all the way around the racecourse, along the groves and then up Dee Lane. Maxine decided to peruse the local cycle shops and four of us returned to Kingsway - where Kascha asked 'is that it?'!!! A grand total of 21 miles, mostly very flat, and back to the cafe for nearly 2pm.

More Photos on the Facebook group - Chester cycling - check it out!