Hold onto your handlebars, because our cycling adventure on the South Downs took an epic turn when we stumbled upon the newest Cadence clubhouse at Flint Barn! Talk about kicking off a ride in style, with the promise of awesome coffee, snacks, and even a breakfast spread that could rival a five-star brunch if you were up for it. And trust me, we were definitely up for it! With a couple of coffees that tasted like liquid motivation and some healthy sourdough toast to fuel our morning ride, we were ready to hit the pedals. And guess who made this delicious start possible? None other than the fabulous Antonia, who combined professionalism with a welcoming warmth that had us grinning from ear to ear. Antonia didn't stop at just serving us, though. She spilled the beans on the route we were about to conquer and gave us insider intel about the sunflower field at Waltham Down. Let me tell you, those sunflowers were like something out of a fairy tale – ecstatically beautiful and practically waving us forward! As we kicked off, the atmosphere around the Cadence clubhouse was buzzing with the camaraderie of South Downs cyclists, walkers, and runners. Knowing we were all in it together made the challenge of conquering Hill Barn feel like a piece of cake (or pastry, rather). Midway through, we treated ourselves to a pit stop at the Cadence clubhouse in Upwaltham. Sarah, the coffee conjurer, brewed up some liquid gold, and her recommendations for cake and pastries were next-level genius. The cake? Out-of-this-world yummy. The pastry? A flaky, delicious dream. Although we had our own packed lunch, the spread on offer at both Cadence clubhouses looked so tempting, we were practically drooling. Nutritious and mouth-watering, it's a wonder we didn't cave in to those culinary delights. Summing it all up? Cadence served up the triple threat: fantastic coffee, delectable food, and a crew of awesome people that made the experience truly unforgettable. If you're hunting for a cycling adventure with all the trimmings, Cadence on the South Downs is your ultimate pit stop. Big thanks to Antonia, Sarah, and the whole Cadence crew for making our ride one for the books. Pedal on, adventurers!