As a result of meeting a CTC member from Bradford in the Bed & Breakfast establishment at which they stayed, Charlie makes the momentous decision to join the Cyclists Touring Club in the following year, a decision which took over his life for the rest of his days.  It was a decision which brought him a wife and a richness of life beyond compare.

And we are privileged to enjoy that life of his through his Journals, bringing us such understanding of the pre-war cycling scene.  Today is also a bit of a history lesson so please read on…