“Broken by Age or War”

The Royal Hospital Chelsea is an incredible institution, one which I am very lucky to have had the opportunity to visit. Its residents, the Chelsea Pensioners, are genuine national treasures, and I am honoured to ride with one of them. This is the story of how a few months ago I came to visit that stunning landmark, and how I met and learned from the amazing people who inhabit it.

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A couple of years and a few thousand miles later…

I’m conscious that the account of my previous journey – 5000 sort of unplanned miles across France and Spain – ended abruptly two years ago. Those who care, know: I made my way to Bilbao through harsh winds, got on the ferry to Poole and ground my way back to SE England through rain and roadworks.

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