The forecast today had been for showers, but the day dawned bright and sunny and stayed that way for the whole ride. Jack wanted to take us to the Rare Breeds Centre café at Totnes where he works, so after setting off late at 10.45 we rode to Totnes weir via Colston Road, Dartington and the cycle path. Unfortunately Michael had left his camera at home in the kitchen, so we had to make do with smartphone photographs today.

After an altercation between Jerry and Callum O’B that involved the use of water bottles we made our way to the Rare Breeds café through Totnes steam station. This was indeed a delightful spot, apparently frequented by many CTC cycle groups. Michael was very satisfied with his latte and coffee cake, and others were equally happy with their Shmoo milkshakes and tea, so we ended up spending a very enjoyable time here - we’ll undoubtedly be returning again in the near future.

The crew were all up for returning by a different route, so we continued along the path to Totnes and then returned home via Littlehempston and Staverton, getting back for around 2.10.