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Pickwick Bicycle Club Magazine. Volume 9 No.1 March 2012
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Mr Pickwick Goes to France - Again

Yes, It’s that time again – he’s been going to France every year, more-or-less, since 1888, one
would expect he would be getting a touch too old for it, but no, he is off again. This time, because
the Tour de France is within striking distance for our elderly but very
fit members, he has arranged an interesting, and exciting weekend.

Leaving these shores by car or via Eurostar to Paris on Friday night,
th
20 July, and then on down to the cathedral city of Chartres on
Saturday – about 100 miles from Paris.
Based at a roadside Cafe/TV in Chartres to view the final Time Trial
near the finish. Then return to Paris for a night out in the romantic
city.

Sunday morning is reserved for the tourist interest leading to lunch
at Sermette Marbeuf, just off the Champs Elycee, on the TdF finishing
circuit.

After lunch we shall watch the Tour on Le Champs Elysee at the roadside, or in an adjacent bar,
then, after seeing the Presentations and Lap of Honour, returning to Blighty, or another night in
Paris, if desired.
In organiser Baillie Mac Something’s words, “Good old basic weekend with lots of good food and
wine, and Cycling.” Very stimulating, to be sure.

So, make a note in your diaries to contact Baillie Mac and tell him you will join the party – but do
that as soon as you can. Address and telephone numbers are :

John Morris (aka Baillie Mac Something)
“Wild Hatch”,
Coleshill Lane,
Winchmore Hill,
Amersham,
Bucks. HP7 0NT.
Tel: 01494 722611.

e-mail: <di.john.wildhatch@btinternet.com>

This ancient event is of great importance and deserves full support from our club
members. Please advise Baillie Mac Somethng asap of your intentions.