Mornington Crescent rides again

[ComeIntoTheGardenMaud]

To nobody’s surprise, the frantic pace of this latest game means that the last thread is full and (as far as I can see) <polishes lorgnette> we don’t yet have a successor. So, off we go with a Brunswick Lateral to

Russell Square

I thought the Walsall Protocol only applied in winter months, and whilst it has been lower than average temperatures in May this year, cannot think it applies. Mind you, this might have been the source of the heated debates in the 1984 tournament where the Major stormed off.

Custom House, via the Elizabeth line.

I knew you would be au fait with the Walsall Protocol, LlynTegid, but not everyone has your encyclopaedic knowledge of the game of games, alas.

Gidea Park

Walsall protocol??

We are veering off course may I be as bold to suggest
Turnpike Lane

Protocols are a part of the game of games, though less used than many aspects. So is the bus replacement rule, which I invoke to get to Finsbury Park

I'm terribly behind.

The Walsall Protocol eh? That's brave, you know that last time it took months to calm the Memsahib. And the table linen was never the same again...

First Friday of the month means all parks are wild so I can make a Blunkett's leap to Arnos Grove.

You don't need any protocol to explore Trent Park, a short walk from Oakwood.

Evening all. Apologies for my prolonged absence. As far as I can recall, I just popped out for a quick half a couple of weeks ago and, well, one thing led to another. You know how it is. But we’ve now finished clearing up, dealt with the most pressing legal claims and replanted the vegetable garden, so it’s all good.

Barons Court

No more prevarication (and, strictly enter nous, DuckOnABike, but there’s a pronounced aroma of compost and crème de menthe around the place)

West Finchley

I know this is a risky move and there’s a danger of getting embrangled, but it’s Full Moon so I’m going with

Mill Hill Broadway

I understand your caution. We’re still feeling the shockwaves from the embranglement at last year’s quarter finals. The rear admiral still hasn’t been discharged from the sanatorium, although at least they’ve dealt with the subsidence.

Seven Sisters

Oh I see what you did there Maud!
I can only counter with Blackhorse Road (I think the Rear Admiral would approve)

The rear admiral has been advised to avoid mental exertion, so at the moment I’m not seeking his advice on the many conundrums in the game of games. His brother the colonel, though, has just rung me to say that the only option now is a transverse Penhaligon to

Hyde Park Corner

Time for the disused stations rule, and I am sure Churchill's bath needs a good clean (yes there is one at this station)- Down Street.

Good to see the regular players returning to this game of the legendary game of games, although (of course) any newbies hesitating on the sidelines should not be deterred. I’m now slightly hemmed in, but I hope this will be my escape:

Moorgate

Ravenscourt Park. Obviously.

Oh, very stylish, Tragic. I’m inspired to try a Duckworth Lewis to

Royal Oak

Oh if we're talking Duckworth Lewis then I have to go to Northwood Hills

Oh botheration. Duckworth Lewis stymied my intended move.

I suppose I will have to make do with an inelegant parallel traverse to Finchley Central

Hmm. You extricated yourself from that mess very neatly, ChazsBrilliantAttitude. I’m feeling somewhat frivolous, so let’s disregard the Dover convention and head for

Harrow on the Hill

I think time to move to Eastcote, as any further would be too late for tea.

I'm going to Pinner for dinner!

I think Rickmansworth should be the next step, see if there is any nightlife there.

Watford is a better bet @LlynTegid 😏

I get the jitters this far from the river, but

Chalfont and Latimer

Perhaps then Maud we should consider (bearing in mind the Wallsall Protocol) your preference for the river and go to Temple