Thursday Cycling Club—Twenty-two members joined in the run to Denford, the route taken being via Raunds and Ringstead. On arrival the whole party had a trip up the river in boats. As tea-time drew near the rain made an unwelcome appearance, and a hasty retreat was made. After tea, the time had to be spent indoors, and singing, dancing, and games whiled away the time until it was decided to make the return journey home, which was considerably delayed owing to the weather.

Thursday Cycling Club—Only nine enthusiasts braved the elements yesterday, and a head wind prevailed all the way to Earls Barton, making progress both slow and difficult. A couple of punctures added to the trials of the party and Barton Church was reached at 3.45, where the Wellingborough contingent was met as they were leaving the church. A hurried inspection of the old Saxon tower and sacred relics was made, and the road was taken to Castle Ashby. The steeds were stored up at the Falcon and the famous gardens of the Castle inspected, and the party returned to the Falcon, where a splendid meat tea awaited them. At this juncture the rain made its appearance, and a return was made to the Castle, and through the generosity of the Marquis a tour was made of the interior.

Thursday Cycle Club—The climate conditions yesterday were ideal for a spin in the country, yet very few took part in the run to Castle Ashby. Although the sun was blazing in all his glory, a nice fresh breeze was in attendance, and made the lot of the cyclists a very happy one. The outward journey was made via the Wellingborough-road, and through Doddington and Earls Barton, finishing up with a run through the park. Whilst tea was being prepared, advantage was taken of a tour of inspection of the gardens (which are open to the public every Thursday and Saturday), finishing up with a stroll past the house. “The stately homes of England, how beautiful they stand,” can be very aptly applied to Castle Ashby, and all lovers of the beauties of nature, assisted by the skill of man, can spend a happy time there, especially at this season of the year. The rose garden has been considerably improved during the last twelve months, and several new items are in the conservatories, including three banana trees. After tea, the party took things rather easy, and a start for home was made at 7.30, through Grendon, Wollaston, and Irchester, home being reached at 8.40. Next week’s run will be to Olney and a visit to Cowper’s museum.

Thursday Cycling Club—In spite of the threatening weather in the morning, several members decided to tempt the fates, and endeavour to fulfil their weekly fixture, which this week took place in conjunction with the Wellingborough branch of the W.E.A. to “Lake” Sywell. The weather kept fine, and the outward ride was very pleasant. Mr Sprott, the resident engineer at Sywell, conducted the party all round the works, and explained the various processes, and surprised the Wellingburians by stating that the reservoir contained a three years’ supply. After all had been seen and heard, Mr. Johnstone voiced the thanks of the company to the engineer for his services, and a move was made in the direction of Mears Ashby, where tea was partaken of. Whilst waiting for the kettle to boil, some played a quiet game of bowls, and the remainder strolled about in the garden, and after tea a novel cricket match was played between teams composed of a party of London visitors, and Rushden and Wellingborough. Tennis rackets were used as bats, and a tennis ball, and the gentlemen had to bat with the left hand. The game was very fast and exciting, as according to rules, every time a player touched the ball both the batters had to run. The natural consequence was that the majority were run out. The Metros. Won easily on the first innings, and in the second the “Russo-Hockites” showed a marked improvement, but were defeated by the small margin of one run. However, the Rushden representatives had their revenge later in the singing room, and beat the Cockneys easily in the musical line. At nine o’clock a start was made for home, Rushden being reached shortly after ten. Next week’s run will be to Denford.