When nothing else will do - Mornington Crescent anyone?

[NicolaMarlowsMerlin]

Feels like we could all do with a robust tournament round about now. May I start?

I know this is cheeky, but I’ll begin with...

...Osterley

Ah yes, nosswith, that was a difficult day. In fact, I believe it led directly to the publication of the revised Terms of Clarification, as nobody could face the prospect of going through similar trauma again.

Let’s shake things up with a Triple Furlong to

Wembley Central

Sounds fascinating Maud. In a similarly serious vein, I shall use the Draycot Manouevre to Temple.

I expect after the dispute at The Oval in 1982 there may be mention of it at the Tower of London, so I shall move to Tower Hill to find out if it is the case.

To me, DuckOnABike, anything concerning the game of games is indeed fascinating. Over many decades, I have devoted myself to its study and I flatter myself that I have in some small way helped elevate this noble game to the status it both enjoys and deserves.

I think you'll appreciate the subtlety of this one

Aldgate

Ooh, nice move Maud. Playing with you people is an education.

Pudding Mill Lane

Glad to help, DuckOnABike. I found that the first thirty years were a struggle, but then it all fell into place.

Bow Church

Bow Road

That’s encouraging Maud. In another 28 years I may become proficient, assuming I’m spared.

St Paul’s

Well, that was certainly worth the wait. I haven’t seen the like since the quarter-finals in Kuala Lumpur in ‘93 (and we all know how they ended).

Russell Square

I am tempted to move north but it is early in the morning so will move to Hyde Park Corner for a nice walk.

Interesting. Unless I'm mistaken, on a strict interpretation of the rules (Volume XXII, chapter 9, subparagraph 7.16) that should put you in nidd for a fortnight, but I'm prepared to let it go. Others may be less forgiving.

High Street Kensington

Can I proffer Turnham Green?

NIcely done, RomanMum.

Kew Gardens

I think that the River Thames may be tranquil at this time of the evening, especially when viewed from Richmond, which I move to.

I’m heading to Embankment, if that move is permitted after dark. Possibly a bit risky but given Maud’s flexibility earlier I’m prepared to chance it.

Hmm I haven't played this game for years, and never on MN, although of course I've played it often off MN. Would I be right in thinking Kew Gardens would be an appropriate next manoeuvre?

MyOtherProfile that move is only appropriate under the 1934 Outer District Rule, so yes you should be ok, unles someone invokes the Thames Convention.
My move is Turnham Green.

You beat me to it, MyOtherProfile.

Circumventing, I hope, any need for the Thames Convention I play Ravenscourt Park

We have had Kew Gardens and Turnham Green within the last few moves, and although I’m fairly relaxed about return visits, others (nosswith in particular, if I recall correctly) are sternly against them and will throw you into nidd.

As the rules also forbid intervening without making a move, I offer you

Stockwell

Can I try Kensington (Olympia)? Hoping that's allowed.

Hmm. Very good indeed, but puts my next move in doubt.

Perivale

I think that the 1930s Holden designed stations deserve a proper look, so move to Hangar Lane.

Good point nosswith.

Park Royal

Oh yes, I do adore Art Deco, having been there at its inception.

Colliers Wood

I was not there at its inception but still enjoy viewing it and so move to Morden which I understand to be a fine example.