Had a short run out today to this place....http://lordstones.com/
Chop Gate in North Yorkshire. First time I've been since it's changed hands and the new owners appear to have spent a fortune on it and it's terrific now.
A few photos, apologies, some of them have photos of a BMW in them and for Neils sake, please if you quote any of the thread, delete the photos of the bike. :whistling:
Somewhere near Thirsk this unusual building and clock tower which was visible from the dual carriageway caught my eye so I had to stop and take a look.
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I've seen Nigel take shots like this so I thought I'd have a go. Don't worry, I've blurred the bike out. :popcorn:
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This 'sculpture' was in the pub car park opposite, bit unusual so I thought it was worthy of a pic.
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No words needed.
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Welcome to the North Yorkshire Moors National Park.
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The roads were snow clear but it was still around in places.
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Stand by, stand by, another BMW shot.
Parked up, not a big fan of gravel but it was solid enough.
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Judging by the ice on the table I'll be eating inside, me thinks!
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Welcome to Lord Stones Cafe. :clap:
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A small portion of the restaurant.
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The next two photos are for Charlie.
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An adequate menu, they cater for breakfasts and lunch, but serve food till 5pm.
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Watching the comings and goings whilst waiting for my grub.
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What do I drink Nigel?
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And finally, I'm a happy chappy, the grub has arrived.
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Dog friendly, as are most places in the country up North.
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Plenty of outdoor seating.
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Good job I didn't have killer Milo the Cocker Spaniel with me.
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Lovely clear skies.
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On route back home I stopped at Knaresborough when this caught my eye at the side of Old Mother Shipton's place.
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Al in all not a bad day out. A solo trip, everyone no doubt was at work. Perhaps if anyone fancies having a ride out to Lord Stones at some time they could get in touch. It's well worth a visit. :clap:
Nice pics Mr wolf.
A bit of blurring on a couple can't be helped ( the Beemer bits ) :whistling:
Lovely pics Steve, and a lovely day to complement the excursion, I've nevefr visited Lords Stones, so its on a list of things to do :yes:
Helmsley to Stokesley - have ridden it once. Great Road that we use on road rallies in the 80's
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Lovely pics Steve even though there's a BMW in the pics.. :whistling:
:mfr_lol: :mfr_lol: :mfr_lol:
Quote from: Débs on March 05, 2015, 11:40:56 AM
Lovely pics Steve even though there's a BMW in the pics.. :whistling:
love the helmet pic haha
Nice photos Steve, Didn't quite understand the scrap metal bit :ohplease: :no:. :whistling: :mfr_lol: Oh and what was that chain man thing all about? . :banana:
Glad most of you like the photos, I couldn't help including the Beemer. :mfr_lol:
As a comparison here are some photos from a visit I made to the same place on 17th August 2010!
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(http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s139/Jaffa_Cake101/Lord%20Stone%2017th%20August%202010/100_0584.jpg) (http://s151.photobucket.com/user/Jaffa_Cake101/media/Lord%20Stone%2017th%20August%202010/100_0584.jpg.html)
And here's my original GTR....I wonder if it's still alive somewhere?
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This ones for the car buffs among us.
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I really must remember to take pics when I am out and about agh. Lovely job building more memories I see :)
I don't know why more of us don't carry a camera and record our trips. It's good to recap and see where you've been over the years.
It's still out there Steve and has just be taxed for 12 months. :yes:
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Quote from: The Wolf on March 05, 2015, 07:46:49 PM
I don't know why more of us don't carry a camera and record our trips. It's good to recap and see where you've been over the years.
I love photography but I tend to use my mobile and Facebook to do this
Thanks Debs, that's reassuring to know it's still being used.
Chris, if your'e taking photos, get them posted on here. I want to see them and I'm sure secretly Neil does too! :whistling:
Tend not to be pics of the bike!
Will post some from work later in the season when I'm tour guiding in Europe. Will make sure I put plenty on from Garmisch-Partenkirschen - BMW Motorrad Days :innocent: