Just though you should all know that I made it back from Ashby.
It was grimmer than grim boys and if I can help it, I don't propose to return. However (and don't tell Bert this) there appeared to be some good open roads around the area, so perhaps when they're next distracted, we'll go up and rip up some of 'em up and then leave 'em to it. It'll create some employment for 'em at least :}