January 7, 2026

Stiff breeze and unexpected showers during today’s circuit of #Royden. Not great underfoot in places. Generally quiet, mere still part-frozen and Benty’s closed til Friday so coffee and carbs in courtyard cafe.

A wooden gate displays a sign announcing closure on January 7th and 8th due to a family issue, with a reopening on January 9th. A dirt path winds through a sunlit forest with leafless trees and scattered foliage.s A sunlit forest path winds through tall trees with a clear blue sky above. A peaceful forest scene features a dirt path winding through tall trees with a small wooden information board along the way.