Lately, one of my favourite things to do has been to join Carla in her commute to work when she goes by bike. It’s an early start, just after 7am, but it’s great to ride along the canal towpath as the day wakes up. Spring is in full swing, and I think nature is at it’s best this time of year.We part company after about 10 miles, Carla does the last couple of miles through Kingswinford on her own while I swing off toward Enville. I always come back through the lanes and bridleways via Kinver, arriving home with two hours riding under my belt, and feeling like I have earned a good breakfast. After a Kings breakfast of toast, poached eggs, and fresh coffee I feel energised, and set up for the day.

Sadly though today will be the last. Carla finishes at npower this week, and this particular early morning commute will be no more.