A brief respite

We took the opportunity yesterday, during the brief respite from the awful weather, to go for a cycle ride. We took the Millennium cycle route along the Loughton Brook as far as Bancroft, past the Roman Villa, across to our Son’s new house in Wolverton, and home via the Redway which runs alongside Watling Street.

There’s an awful lot of water in the Loughton Brook at the moment. The route had developed a number of large pools, but they were relatively shallow. However it was another matter when we reached Bancroft. The path disappeared under the water – and it was impossible to follow. A bench was close to being submerged.

More bad weather is on its way. I fear that the carefully constructed system of balancing lakes to avoid flooding is going to be put to a severe test – I’ve not seen Furzton Lake or Loughton Brook this full since we first came to Milton Keynes. Do take care!