While sad to leave the peace of Clun youth hostel, we were looking forward to a little easier cycling but first we had to get over another few Welsh hills. Low cloud and rain greeted us first off, but gradually the sun came out and we had a glorious afternoon.

We were also sad to have Ben leave us. Thurston school needed him apparently, more than LEJOG. We found it most odd cycling without him. He is greatly missed.

Eventually though we descended into Shropshire and then Cheshire.

It really was good to see the gentler slopes of Shropshire. Everyone got along well, making good time. Lots of beautiful villages such as Bangor on Dee.

AGAIN Bob, Roger and Jon managed to fit in time to shop, although this time only for an ice cream.

Ray fell into the hedge, while Jon unfortunately managed to go over his handle bars, bruising his shoulder and wrist. He will survive though to cycle another day !

So, for the first time, we arrived at our night stop before 5pm. The Bunk House, Chester. We all seemed amazed that five days in we are upto Chester. Tomorrow evening in the Lake District. Amazing !

The major event of the day was a new cycle seat for Roger. He has suffered GREATLY over the last few days, but Shaun managed to buy a new, more comfortable seat for him. Roger says its like riding a new horse !

The evenings always seem to have someone working on their bike, or someone else's bike !

Soreness is beginning to dissipate though and a realisation that the worst is over and we may well complete this epic journey.

Lets hope its worthwhile, and we manage to collect a substantial amount of money for St Monicahs. PLEASE consider sponsoring us.