Before the Start

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Ok at Run2 Europe2013 actually started on the 22nd Aug whilst the teams gathered in Ashford, Kent we the organisers (Sian and myself plus our camera crew of Robert and Cassie) headed for France.
First stop then was Dover and our ferry to the continent. Whilst excited about our rally another one was also heading for France and their start position.....The Ramshackle Rally!
We boarded the Pride of Kent and make our passage to Calais and our first hotel in Coquelles.
Meanwhile the teams gather at the Hoden on the Hill pub in Ashford for their final meal in England.




Leaving Dover

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