Chester - Whitchurch. 36 miles
21st sept.2013
Today we cycled part of the Mercian Way. It runs from the Wyre forest to Chester through the former ancient Kingdom of Mercia, once ruled by the powerful Offa, the first man to claim the title of king of England. Special cast-iron way markers have been commissioned in the form of Anglo-Saxon warriors. Set up at strategic points along the trail, these soldiers will be on duty all year round to ensure that travellers can easily get their bearings.
We intended to cycle all the way to Shrewsbury, but found that it was too much. In fact we have decided to call it a day and go no further. The trip in 2011 was so different, seem to have much more energy and enthousiasm. We are making mistakes. The traffic is much worse. On the minor roads it,s ok but much hillier and also signs are missing. We both find that the fun has gone and are not truly enjoying it. We pretended for a while but have to be honest. We so much wanted to do this, the mind is willing, but both our bodies say 'stop'.
We may well have another go in 2014 as it seems a shame not to finish. There is only 1/3 to go and possibly in May we could try.
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