Another beautiful day in paradise. Out from the quarry car park by the lovely new track onto Yennadon. And round to pop out for the steep pull up Peek Hill. Views all around to enjoy. Down, down to Cross Gate and along the fishy walk. Onward, steadily onward to Standon for a well earned cuppa. Down to the metal planks to cross the Meavy and along the newly scraped path to Lether Tor Bridge. Burrator beckoned as we wend our way through the complications of gates, deer fences and trails. Progress was considerably delayed by the time needed to read all the notices that have sprung up. Apparently there is a gate that you need a dog to open. Goodness only knows what other developments are planned for what used to be such a tranquil place. There are even signs telling us to enjoy oursleves - the very cheek. Back to the Royal Oak. Some said the leaves were starting to fall but I could not comment.