We took the old road to Ashburton and then the path through the park where we were surprised to see a new BMX park was under construction - the fences and warning signs hadn't managed to stop some youngsters trying it out.

Back lanes took us past the uniqely-shaped Belford Mill and then began the fun descent through Whiddon Scrubs wood. Lawrence couldn’t resist doing some jumps by the river Ashburn, then George tried some too. Everyone was loving the off-road so we detoured to include the Terrace Walk path, offering magnificent views over the unspoiled valley we had just traversed.

George and Dillan had a desire for pasties from the Spar, although George's £2.70 medium pasty seemed better value than Dillan's £3.50 large one. We ate our refreshments in the park and returned via Dart Bridge in what was now quite a hot afternoon.