Following 3 Guys On Bikes.......to........Maldon

On Sunday I packed All of my cares in a thimble, left them home,and set off  for a drive to Maldon following 3 Guys on Bikes. Myself in the MG MAGNETTE., I followed Francis on his 1950's AJS Bike. It is the third time I have driven this beautiful car. I am so lucky. It smells good, It sounds nice, Runs well, and I am convinced it is a Happy Car. Love for it to tell me some of the stories of its whereabouts. We pulled over just before Sunbury and waited to meet the others. Greg and his pillion wife Kelly, and then along came Matt.

So off we headed going through Clarkefield, Monegeetta, Romsey and Lancefield. All of these places I intend going back to one day for a good look around. One of my favourite passtimes.

A stop for petrol, etc.....Then off on the next part of the journey. I couldn't stop for photos, but boy, the countryside around here is pretty stunning. It does me so much good to get out and see this beautiful land!

The road was quite a winding road and very hilly in spots. But, the Magnette went well. Went through Mia Mia, Sutton Grange then onto Castlemaine, through Chewton, another cute place. Driving on to Maldon, arriving with the leaves on the lower branches not fallen yet. I love this place. From home to Maldon about 186km.

We had Lunch at CAFE MALDON, with bikes. All day breakfasts were Francis and my choice. Poached eggs on toast, with bacon. Very nice! and a Latte and Capachino later, and a good chat, we headed off home.

Maldon, a town steeped in History. The National Trust declared it Australia's first notable town in 1966. It once had quartz reefs that were among the world's richest, attracting a population which built grand houses and a very busy commercial centre. 135km northwest of Melbourne in the heart of Victoria's goldfields. It has retained an authentic pioneer - like appearance with history of the gold mining era being preserved.

Many events throughout the year. Lots of attractions I haven't seen as yet, even though I have been there several times. A quick glance at the accommodation online looks very reasonable. Food and Wine. Victorian Goldfields Railway linking Castlemaine and Maldon. Love to go on the Train. AND of course there are the shops. Always find something to buy here and always intend coming back for......

It would have been nice to have a passenger, but I did so much enjoy it, and at least I could sing....no radio in the MG......funny the songs that come into your head!