200 miler to Great Dun Fell - Sat 9th June

[Derek.Irv]

I'm planning a ride on Sat 9th June to Great Dun Fell (highest road in England), and wondered if anyone fancied it. There's currently me and 2 non-Nova guys, although you may know them: Rob Mawer and Alex Boynton. It's a big old ride (for me at least) so pace will be pretty sociable - around 15.5-16mph, but we'll have a bash up Great Dun Fell I should think. Sensible meal stops planned (see notes on Strava route). We're starting at Sandhutton (3m West of Thirsk), but you can either join us en-route (we can agree a time/place) or come via Sandhutton either on bike or in car. https://www.strava.com/routes/12729246

[gregkett]

This looks a cracking ride Derek! Fantastic looking route. I would have loved to do this but we're in London for an engagement party that weekend. Hope you have a great day!

[Derek.Irv]

Cheers Greg. Yeah we did it a couple of years ago but started in Leyburn, but thought we'd do it again as it was such a great day, but from home this time to get the 200. Shame Hartside cafe burnt down but we'll find an alternative!

[Rob Senior]

I almost did G Dun Fell today from Hexham way after seeing this this am. Changed my mind when I heard the thunder! Great route that Derek...hope you have a good one with no electrical storms!

[richp]

Did great dunn fell last year from Reeth....fog bound all day!! Great hill...