In that case I'll definitely make sure I don't rush off ahead!
Everything's all set. I did a recce ride last night - Pease Pottage services in the early hours is like the Marie Celeste, but I did see 2 members of staff there, neither of whom batted an eyelid when I wheeled my bike in. The car park was empty through. From there to Amberley I think I saw 5 cars in total, so it will be a quiet trip.
Breakfast will be at the Lobster Pot Cafe in Felpham. This isn't the Boat House cafe used on the previous visit to Bognor, as that's shut over winter. However, the Lobster Pot is only about 100m further along. If anyone would want a vegetarian option for breakfast, please let me know.
Seeing as it's Christmas, I had been trying to negotiate for Santa to pay a visit but I understand he's tied up in Elf & Safety negotiations with the unions. Besides, I'm sure some of you lot have been too naughty this year to warrant any presents. However, as mentioned above, there will be a Christmas theme to the ride, so feel free to dress up.
Revised rollcall.
Me
TimO
Adrian
Jurek
Pippa
Mistral
MacB
thorny
Andrij
hillclimber
Clivedb
LouiseL
TopCat1
Bollo
Davywalnuts
Aperitif
ilovebikes (possibly)
adamski