Dukeries Run, 4th October 2026.

It was a pleasant surprise to see twenty four bikes arrive at Linby with three carrying a passenger. The weather certainly helped, but this run is becoming quite popular. It’s very good news for the section to have attendances like this.

It was my turn to lead today. The run was a little different to most as it involved more open roads than usual, which increased our average speed, but there were still some smaller lanes. The group enjoyed this mix very much.

There was a huge array of machinery ranging from a Brough Superior to a couple of Kawaski Z1s.

From Linby, we headed first East and then North, Using the A614 (which was quiet on a Sunday) but then East again to get to Edingley. Kirklington and Eakring followed (via a Closed Road) and a succession of villages till we hit the long and reasonably straight Retford Road.

This took us to Gamston and then we took the lanes to arrive at The Duke William Askham just as they were unlocking the gate! We were extremely well looked after.

We filled their car park AND their outside seating area!

After lunch, a ride mainly due South took us via Tuxford to Ossington Norwell, Halam and Oxton to return to Linby in time for a cool drink and a natter. Just over 70 miles total.

The group were very complimentary about the route; must do it again some time!

(Additional photos and video from Ken, Chris and Glen.)