Nonsuch Park short ride to Oaks Park cafe 4 July

 

By Alan C

Four riders set out from Nonsuch Park Mansion on a hot, bright day, with the occasional welcome cool breeze. Roland led the ride at a comfortable pace, allowing time to enjoy the surrounding countryside without feeling rushed. Our route crossed Banstead Downs and Banstead Common, where shaded trails provided ideal riding conditions for a warm and humid day. The tracks were peaceful, with only the occasional walker to share the way, and the views across the open green spaces made the outward journey especially enjoyable. At Oaks Park Café we paused for a well-earned cup of tea before visiting the Carshalton Artists Open Studios exhibition, part of the event’s 10th anniversary celebrations.

 Suitably refreshed and inspired, we began the return journey via The Oaks and Telegraph Tracks, then followed quiet roads through Carshalton on the Hill and Carshalton Beeches back to Sutton as the air cooled and the sun started to fade. It was a perfect finish to a very enjoyable ride. Many thanks to Roland for leading, and to Paul and Sharon for their good company.