I'm in the Middlesex branch Steve. I live just up the road from where they hold their social meets.
I've had my two theory lessons and went on my first social ride today, great bunch of people, glad I joined.
I need to book some observed rides now. Plan is to pass the test so I can join Blood Bikes as a volunteer. Only problem now is I'm currently undergoing training to be a tour guide in the Uxbridge RAF WW11 Operations Bunker.
And I thought retirement would involve winding down!