This was an excellent ride. From Marldon we took the Westerland Valley route to Collaton St Mary, then the Stoke Gabriel road and back lanes to Northern Telecom and Churston, where Kevin and his friend from Plymouth just happened to meet up with us. There were more back lanes to explore before we stopped for lunch in a grassy park overlooking Brixham harbour and the sea.

Brixham itself was bustling with tourists, so we hastened through the crowded market place and ascended a road which Michael hoped would eventually lead to Mansands. Remarkably, he got it right first time, although a few people (notably Ken) complained a little about the rough nature of the tracks.

We enjoyed a short rest on the beach before setting off for the long journey homewards.