Just like the run to Wales earlier in the year, the rain was Biblical for our run to the Peak District. One advantage was the absence of other road users, except for many cyclists who seemed intent on doing their time trial despite the awful weather. Thirty-five members met at the Deanwater for coffee and a blether before setting off to do battle. The run took us towards the Cat & Fiddle, then back via some challenging roads to Congleton, and on to the Swettenham Arms for lunch.
As expected the meal was excellent, and the place was packed with Sunday lunchers, plus R5 members making the usual din swapping stories. It was good to see some new members taking part, all seemingly having an enjoyable day.
Next year there should be fewer road closures, which will allow us to have a longer run. The heavy rain for runs to Wales and the Peak District (and low cloud for the Lakes) hopefully will not be repeated next year!