Winter Riding Photos - Isle of Wight

Who needs to jet off to Majorca for a training camp when you've got an Island like this on your doorstep?



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  1. Peter Holding12 January 2012 at 09:30

    Hi Tim,

    I work for a homeless charity in Hampshire and I have a small group of people who are going to take part in this years IOW Randonnee. Some will fundraise, others are people who were once homeless and still live in our hostels but want to join in. I know you're wondering what all this has to do with you?

    I want to promote the event on our website, and can purchase an image via usual routes, but wondered if you would allow me to use one of yours from the article above? I would really appreciate it, as I say I could buy one, but they won't be better than yours.

    I can be contacted at peter.holding@twosaints.org.uk. Website is www.twosaints.org.uk

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