When everyone coped well with the climb from Dean Prior to Harbourneford, Michael decided that the group could cope with a more adventurous ride today. Back lanes brought us quickly to Wrangaton from where we set off up the hill to the golf course. Nobody was struck by a golf ball as we crossed the course, and nobody collapsed with exhaustion as we picked our way up the steep slopes of Ugborough Beacon. Admiring the extensive views from the top brought home to all these half-day riders just how far they had progressed with their riding.

Crossing the moorland behind the beacon we were soon enjoying the rough descent to Aish: there were a few tumbles along the way but the soft grass ensured that nobody was hurt. A final section of track brought us to some tarmac from where we continued along lanes that had even Gavin confused until we reached South Brent. The local Plymco provided lunch, and when everyone had eaten their fill we returned to Buckfastleigh via Harbourneford once again. Congratulations to all the youngsters who took part in today's ride.