After Parliament Square our next target was The Mall and Buckingham Palace. Tourists were out in force and we passed amused, bewildered and enthusiastic onlookers everywhere. I did notice less patience from our motorised road users this year – lots more horns sounding off. Lets face it – driving in London, you’re not going to get anywhere fast!


Soon we were at Russell Square for a spot of lunch. I was one of the first in the queue for our pre-ordered lunch while Karon found a place to sit where we could enjoy our food and watch the frivolities.

After lunch we mounted up to continue the ride. It wasn’t far though as we made our way towards a glass of champagne, waiting for us at St Jame’s Church Garden in Clerkenwell.