A real pleasure hiking here, I've done on the weekend, It is a vast place where anybody can enjoy walking, cycling or just sitting on the grass for a picnic. I've seen so many people doing diferent things and everything far away from the city centre in the middle of nature

Neil Sneade

May 3, 2025

Road cycling

Popular cafe, often busy but has plenty of outdoor seating where you can sit with your bike.

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