Thirteen riders set off from the Museum of Rural Life in Glastonbury having first enjoyed refreshments in the cafe. Because of the threat of rain the route was shortened which allowed for a more relaxing pace across the Somerset levels to Wells and a welcome stop. 
We took the cycle path out of Wells, arriving in North Wooton in good time for lunch at Crossways where we were joined by more tandem friends for a splendid meal with a view of Glastonbury Tor in the distance. 
After lunch we headed towards Pilton and circled the Glastonbury festival grounds where there was still a lot of activity clearing up after last month’s festival. The second part of the route was hillier and the hardest climb proved particularly long and challenging, though probably fair to say slightly less so for those of us with battery assist, but we all made it. Finally we had a steady ride along the rhynes, passing the mile long caravan “village” on the outskirts of Glastonbury and back to the Museum, feeling relieved and grateful that the weather remained good all day.
Clive & Emma Bowyer