Norfolk and Norwich Group of Advanced Motorists
Registered Charity Number 1051282. Affiliated to the Institute of Advanced Motorists Ltd.
It’s early October, the sun is shining and it’s predicted that the temperature will reach 21 degrees, so it’s no surprise when 12 riders turn up for our trip to Forncett St Peter. Where’s that, I hear you ask? Well, it’s in the sticks, two miles from Long Stratton and, although a couple of our members had heard of the Norfolk Tank Museum, no one had actually been there before. There are numerous ways to navigate there, so splitting into three groups of four we set off via Castle Acre, Swaffham, Watton, Attleborough and then onto some very minor roads to our destination.
The Norfolk Tank Museum houses a collection of military vehicles, weapons and militaria mainly from the 20th Century and the Cold War Period. The collection of tanks and armoured cars is maintained in a working condition or is awaiting restoration. Also, on display is Deborah II, the replica Mk IV Tank as seen on Channel 4’s documentary ‘Guy Martin’s WWI Tank’. Other exhibits include artillery, uniforms and an extensive collection of British small arms. It costs £9 to view the indoor exhibits but the café can be accessed free of charge.
The usual culprits indulged in bacon baps and cheese toasties but surprisingly this time no cake. After a very pleasant hour or so catching up the group split up and made their way back. My thanks to Dave P and Euan LS for ‘volunteering’ to lead a group and to everyone that attended, one can only hope that the weather is as kind for the next trip.
Until then ride safe
Cheers Dave C
