Milton Keynes to Maidwell

Day 2
Distance- 74.4km (85.7)
Weather- little rain
Highlights- national cycle network, staying at a B&B, discovering hump covers
Lowlights- few minor repairs
Accommodation- Maidwell Pub

After our first night of complete un-employment we happily assumed the title of world-travelers. Maybe a little optimistic at this stage, but you know us! We spent our first night in a YHA, which was full of middle-aged people. This was very weird, but not surprising considering that the hostel is sort of in the middle of nowhere, near nothing very exciting!

The morning saw us visit the local cycle shop for some quick purchases by all three of us and then we were off, take-two of the beginning of our trip. Thankfully the weather was a little kinder, only rain today.

This was our first real taste of the National Cycle Network, which we are to follow for much of out trip through the UK. It was flat, well surfaced and fast, following converted rail lines. A few minor mechanical repairs later and everthing went quite well. It was great to feel the wind on our faces as we whipped through the KM's.

It seems that this part of England is a little short on budget accommodation, and we ended up staying in a B&B in Maidwell after much debate. At least they had good food and beer!