The VC’s blog: JoGLE Day 7: Gateshead to Thirsk
September 2, 2011
Today we started with a 3-7-2 formation (which does make twelve, not eleven). Andy joined the Flying Squad. They set off early and were in Thirsk by 1230. I waved off Karen, Kate, Nick, David W, Chris J, Neville and Steve around 0800. The effects of last night’s treatment persuaded me I could ride, but …
The VC’s blog: JoGLE Day 6: Berwick-on-Tweed to Gateshead
September 1, 2011
Great cycling conditions, but not a great day for me. We started with a photo call for the local paper, outside Berwick’s Sue Ryder shop, with the Mayor, George (who organised the Club Probus contribution) and Doreen, the shop manager. They have shown us splendid hospitality. We then set off to pick up the Northumberland …
The VC’s blog: JoGLE Day 5: Dunfermline to Berwick-on-Tweed
August 31, 2011
David Ross and his partner Emma Pilkington flew in from London to join us for this and tomorrow’s leg. David is a distinguished alumnus from our School of Law, who has just joined the University Council and will Co-Chair (with Jeff Randall) the Strategy Board for our upcoming Development Campaign. The first part of today’s …
The Nottingham Life Cycle video
August 30, 2011
Brady Haran was with the riders at the start of the ride in John O’Groats. In this video he finds out why the riders are embarking on this challenge, and what they’re looking forward to.
The VC’s blog: JoGLE Day 4: Blair Atholl to Dunfermline
The weather changed and we left Blair Atholl in cool but bright conditions. Our route took us on Sustrans 7 and 77, through Pitlochry to Dunkeld, staying west of Perth, through Dunning and on to Dunfermline. In all we worked our way through four Scottish counties, including the smallest in Britain, Clackmannanshire. Chris R, Alan …
The VC’s blog: JoGLE Day 2: Helmsdale to Inverness
August 28, 2011
We left Helmsdale around 0815, straight on to the A9 for Inverness. As in the west of Scotland, there is one road in and out. This is the first time I have been on the A9 and it is absolutely delightful. It hugs the coast all the way down to Golspie, via Brora and other …
The VC’s Blog: JoGLE Day 1, John O’Groats to Helmsdale
August 27, 2011
A bad night for Scottish football last night. Both Rangers and Celtic exited the Europa League. That’s it for this season, no European football at all; the first time we have seen this for about 30 years. Hard to imagine it is only three years since I attended the UEFA Cup final between Rangers and …
Nottingham Life Cycle in pictures: on the road
August 26, 2011
More pictures from the Life Cycle, including some on the spot repairs, and why a decent support team makes all the difference.
The Nottingham Life Cycle in pictures
Our riders have not only been busy doing us proud on their mammoth ride, they’ve also taken plenty of photographs. Here’s a selection of them so far. …
JoGLE Blog: D Day Minus 1
We are finally on the move, though not yet in the saddle. After a morning of final checks, answering emails, signing letters and clearing my desk, we set off for Birmingham Airport and a flight to Inverness. It was really nice to have a farewell party turn out at the Trent Building, including Clare Anderton …
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