The steep lane past Caddaford Farm marked the beginning of one of our more adventurous evening rides of recent weeks. Continuing through Staverton at a good pace we were soon near Ipplepen and turning off for the hamlet of Torbryan. The footpath that Michael had in mind took a scenic route along the lower boundary of a field and then past a luxurious country house. He had recollections of unfriendly landowners in the big house, however, so we made sure to push our bikes along the final stages. As it happened, only the ducks seemed concerned at our presence as they viewed us cautiously from their secure island on the lake.

Our return route took us through Broadhempston and home via Green Lane.