Good to be back out on a recce . . . .

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paulgs1000

Elite
 Newcastle upon Tyne
Been so busy and distracted that we haven't been able to get out as often as we'd like in the M but with the weather looking ok this week and things having settled down (Oh I wish I hadn't said that :cry: ) we planned to get out and check a few ideas and areas for future runs. Along the way of course I was able to enjoy the M and we had a terrific run to Alston from the A69 nearly traffic free - at a time like that the M feels wonderful and really flows. We took a right before Hartside (shock horror from all that know me :lol: ) and set off for the Roman Wall calling in at Carlisle airport to see if my microlight instructor was about.





Couldn't resist taking a few shots with the heavy metal which is part of the museum there. . . .







We were pretty sure that one or two of the single track roads we explored wouldn't suit - especially where the cattle were all over the road - wonder if it's possible to get a hoof mark out of a panel :o :cry:
Lots of Roman wall left to see (and much of it in the buildings and farms all about the wall :roll: )







Glorious countryside all about us but the forecast clear skies had obviously missed the early BBC pronouncement :( Nevermind we found what we were looking for - this stunning location created by the Romans through quarrying . . . .





So 150 miles and the M was excellent, even when just plodding about taking in the surroundings.
Yep, it was a lovely way to spend a day :thumbsup:

 
Good to see you both with a little free time and back on the road - great pics of your magnificent Zed :thumbsup:
 
Looks like a good day ///M roadstering Paul , have to say my Si experience in Wales at weekend has me reconnected with the 85s & seriously considering a ///M as my next Z move :driving:
 
mr wilks said:
Looks like a good day ///M roadstering Paul , have to say my Si experience in Wales at weekend has me reconnected with the 85s & seriously considering a ///M as my next Z move :driving:
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I'm sure I've heard that somewhere before... :lol:
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Rob
 
paulgs1000 said:
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XJ823 was my father's plane when he was on 27 Sqn in Scampton in the 70's - now I know where it is :thumbsup:
 
Marlon said:
Good to see you both with a little free time and back on the road - great pics of your magnificent Zed :thumbsup:
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Thanks Marlon - we were both ready for a run out! :D

Smartbear said:
Hi, super pics (car & scenery) Paul :thumbsup:
Rob
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Cheers Smartbear - the M got filthy very quickly today :(

buzyg said:
Great write up and pics. 8) :thumbsup:
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Thanks busyg - As I've said many times; all part of the fun for me :thumbsup:

mr wilks said:
Looks like a good day ///M roadstering Paul , have to say my Si experience in Wales at weekend has me reconnected with the 85s & seriously considering a ///M as my next Z move :driving:
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Well, it's taken me a long time to bond with the M but today there were some fabulous moments on the road to Alston but then, you know about that don't you :D :thumbsup: :driving:

metal licker said:
Nice to see you back out on the road again Paul :thumbsup:
Didn't know they had a Vulcan at Carlisle I'll have to pop up :)
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Thanks Alan. It's part of Solway Aviation Museum at Carlisle Airport - be quick as it's only open to the end of October. It's an interesting small museum with some stuff covering Spadeadam and UK Rocket research. If you pick your day you can get aboard the Vulcan (and some of the other exhibits).
 
markeg said:
paulgs1000 said:
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XJ823 was my father's plane when he was on 27 Sqn in Scampton in the 70's - now I know where it is :thumbsup:
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Wow, that's amazing markeg! Brilliant! They open the Vulcan and allow folk to climb into the pilot's seats - I'm sure they'd love to have you (or your Dad) up there to visit and perhaps get some of the history and background which involves your Dad. :thumbsup:
 
paulgs1000 said:
markeg said:
paulgs1000 said:
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XJ823 was my father's plane when he was on 27 Sqn in Scampton in the 70's - now I know where it is :thumbsup:
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Wow, that's amazing markeg! Brilliant! They open the Vulcan and allow folk to climb into the pilot's seats - I'm sure they'd love to have you (or your Dad) up there to visit and perhaps get some of the history and background which involves your Dad. :thumbsup:
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Yeah, my Dad took me into the plane when I was a lot younger (and smaller :oops: ) - just remember it as being very cramped and full of equipment :D
 
Big Red Cat said:
Great photos again, you certainly make the most of your M & the beautiful countryside :thumbsup:
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Thanks Big Red Cat :thumbsup:

Swiftly said:
Looks like you both had a good drive out Paul and great photos as usual to show us :thumbsup:
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Thanks Nick - really enjoyed getting out and about again :thumbsup:
 
Good to see you both out n about again.
Nothing like a bit o top down motoring to clear the mind.
And once again great pics . :thumbsup:
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Vonlipvig said:
Lools like an awesome day all round. Z and a Vulcan, what could be better?
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That Vulcan is in lovely condition, paintwork really impressive - they certainly take care of it :thumbsup:

AlienZed said:
Good to see you both out n about again.
Nothing like a bit o top down motoring to clear the mind.
And once again great pics . :thumbsup:
M
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Hi Moz - good to hear from you. Yes was a grand day out! :thumbsup:
 
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