Six ‘walk and talk’ routes, including tea and lunch at the GCA Centre

Based on 10 years of practice, we have summarized six ‘walk and talk’ routes, including tea and lunch, at the Global China Academy Centre.

Route 1

9:30 Tea at 32 Hankins Lane, walk at local wood – Moat Mount Open Space, walk back for lunch or
12:00 Lunch at 32 Hankins Lane, walk at local wood – Moat Mount, walk back for Tea

GCA Fellows’ Home received a donation of Thermomix TM6 which will be a valuable addition to our kitchen, allowing us to prepare diverse and nutritious meals for our Fellows and visitors. This will greatly enhance their comfort and well-being during their stay with us.

Moat Mount Open Space

Moat Mount Open Space is a 110-hectare park and nature reserve in Mill Hill in the London Borough of Barnet. It is part of Moat Mount Open Space and Mote End Farm Site of Borough Importance for Nature Conservation, Grade II, which includes Barnet Gate Wood and Scratchwood Countryside Park, but is separate from Scratchwood itself, which is a neighbouring park and nature reserve. Most of the site is open to the public, but Mote End Farm and some other areas are private. Scratchwood and Moat Mount are a Local Nature Reserve.

Moat Mount is a large, hilly open space with extensive views from the top of the hill. Most of it lies over London Clay. Much of the Countryside Park is grassland, which has a diversity of wildflowers and many butterflies. The Park also has Leg of Mutton Pond and several small woods, such as Target Wood and Nut Wood. Moat Mount also includes Moat Mount Outdoor Centre and Campsite, which has a range of activities for local schools and youth organisations. The Dollis Brook rises on Mote End Farm.

The site was once owned by Irwin Cox, the Conservative MP for Harrow from 1899 to 1906.

Moat Mount Outdoor Centre & Campsite

It combines an ideal location with low-cost accommodation with flexible residential experience at very reasonable prices – probably the cheapest rate in London – and without the need for expensive travel to find a natural environment.
Our Centre has everything you need to ensure that your group gains the maximum benefit from their residential experience with us. You can fully self-cater; part self-cater or have us cater for you – it is entirely up to you and part of our flexible approach to meet your needs. Built to the highest standards, to striking design, the Centre has a comprehensive range of features:
Four dormitory rooms and two staff bedrooms, accommodating 32 young people and four adults / Fully equipped kitchen, ideal for self-catering, including a high-speed dishwasher / Full wheel-chair access (including showers, and a wheel-chair lift between floors) / Washing machine and tumble drier Full central heating throughout / Spacious dining room/activity room / Large multi-purpose activity room / Smaller group/activity room
In addition to our residential centre, a five-acre field is available for groups to camp, with covered areas for cooking and barbecues. A separate toilet block is provided for campers with showers and washing up facilities. All of our activities are set up and organised by suitably qualified staff.

Route 2

9:30 Tea at 32 Hankins Lane, walk at local wood – Moat Mount, lunch at Mill Hill Golf Club, walk back
13:00 Lunch at Mill Hill Golf Club, walk at local wood – Moat Mount, back to 32 Hankins Lane for tea

Mill Hill Golf Club

Set across 167 acres of woodland, Mill Hill combines a challenging course and welcoming atmosphere to provide a fantastic golf experience for our members and guests.
With three bars, catering and function rooms available to hire, learn more about our historic Clubhouse.
First opened for play in 1927, one of the best courses in Middlesex, has been challenging golfers for almost a century.
In 1923, 149 acres of Moat Mount Estate was purchased by John Lewis Griffiths and his dream of a golf course became a reality. Miss Anne Joyce Cooke drew up plans for the Clubhouse, and several of the existing buildings were incorporated into the design. The Professional’s shop, locker rooms and trolley sheds were adapted from the original cow sheds.
In 1924 the golf course on the west side began construction, which was designed by the celebrated golf course architect Mr J F Abercrombie (1861-1935). The course was opened in 1927 and named Mote Mount Golf Club.
In 1931 the course was remodelled under the most eminent golf course architect H S Colt (1869-1951) whose achievements includes Camberley Heath, Sunningdale and Wentworth, his greatest achievement was the Eden Course, St Andrews.
In 1965 when the course was renamed Mill Hill Golf Club, further course alterations were made due to the country’s need of motorways.

Route 3

9:30 Tea at 32 Hankins Lane, walk at local wood – Moat Mount, lunch at the Rising Sun, walk back or
12:00 Arrive at 32 Hankins Lane, walk to the Rising Sun for Lunch, walk at local wood – Moat Mount, back to 32 Hankins Lane for tea

The Rising Sun

The Rising Sun is steeped in history, dating back to the 16th century, and today is run by the innovative Delnevo brothers. Our neighbourhood picturesque pub and dining rooms which is set in the heart of Mill Hill, is renowned for its delicious cuisine and excellent service.
The menu has been inspired from our Italian heritage with a sumptuous Asian influence. Our pizzas are bursting with flavours bringing you a taste of Napoli to your table.
On Sundays, you can choose from our normal a la carte menu and a Sunday roast to rival mum’s home cooking.
A “Dine@Home” menu can enjoy our delicious food @Home which you are welcome to collect from us or order from Uber Eats and Deliveroo.

Route 4

9:30 Tea at 32 Hankins Lane, walk to the Good Earth, walk back, or
11:30 Arrival at 32 Hankins Lane, walk to the Good Earth, walk back for tea

The Good Earth

A North London institution, locals and residents from nearby Edgware, Barnet and Stanmore have been dining in the Good Earth Mill Hill since 1981. More recently the restaurant has also been welcoming Harry Potter fans touring Warner Brothers Studio as well as Rugby fans and supporters of Saracens visiting Allianz Park. The restaurant’s private dining space on the first floor is ideal for hosting private parties.

In 1979, the first Good Earth restaurant opened its doors on the King’s Road in London, founded by Holland Kwok, arriving as a young immigrant from Hong Kong in the 1950s, Holland started working in restaurants as a way of providing for his new life in London. Along the way, he discovered that it was more than simply a job, restaurants were his passion, and with the opening of The Good Earth his dream was realised.
Due to the success of the first restaurant, subsequent branches quickly followed suit, with Esher in 1980, Mill Hill in 1981 and Knightsbridge in 1984.
The latest addition to the group is the Wandsworth Common branch which opened in 2013. It features a contemporary art deco interior evocative of old Shanghai conceived by Albert Kwan who also designed the Shanghai Tang boutiques.
The Good Earth also produces for the wholesale market with a food factory from where companies such as Centre Parcs, Sheraton Hotels, DimT restaurants, Whole Foods and Roadchef Motorway service stations are clients.
Now in his 80s, Holland continues to be passionate about the business and works alongside his son, Andrew Kwok, who joined the family business in 2000.

Route 5

9:30 Tea at 32 Hankins Lane, walk to Scratchwood, Lunch at Miller & Carter, walk back, or
11:30 Arrival at 32 Hankins Lane, walk to the Lunch at Miller & Carter, walk at the Scratchwood, and walk back for tea.

Scratchwood

Scratchwood is an extensive, mainly wooded, country park in Mill Hill in the London Borough of Barnet. The 57-hectare site is a Site of Metropolitan Importance for Nature Conservation and together with the neighbouring Moat Mount Open Space. It is a Local Nature Reserve.

Scratchwood is a remnant of the once great Middlesex Forest and has the largest area of ancient woodland which survives in Barnet. Parts of it may go back to the woods which grew up after the end of the last ice age, the Younger Dryas, 11,500 years ago. The ancient woodland consists mainly of sessile oak and hornbeam, with some wild service trees, while secondary woodland areas are mainly birch, hawthorns, and sycamore. In the view of the London Ecology Unit, ‘Scratchwood is the Borough’s best woodland in terms of floral diversity, especially of ancient woodland indicator species. The herb rich grassland and the pond have a number of rare plants. Breeding birds include nuthatch, lesser whitethroat, and cuckoo.

The area of Scratchwood south of the entrance was once hay meadows, growing food for London’s vast horse population, but in 1866 Scratchwood and Moat Mount were part of a 400-hectare estate which was purchased by Edward William Cox, and Scratchwood was then used for sport and rearing game. The areas which are now nature reserves were purchased by Hendon Urban District Council in 1923.

The main entrance is by the car park, which is accessed from the northbound lane of Barnet Way, a dual carriageway which is part of the A1 Road, near Stirling Corner. There is also access by a footpath from Barnet Lane in Elstree. The London Loop crosses the reserve.

Miller & Carter – Steakhouse Restaurant – AWARD WINNING PRIME STEAK

We are proud to have been awarded ‘The Masters of Steak’ from the prestigious Craft Guild of Chefs.  Their meticulous inspection of our field to fork practices, from the way we rear our cattle, to how our steaks are butchered, aged and cooked to perfection has led to this industry-leading award. The steps we take with our prime 30 day matured British & Irish beef ensures we deliver our signature ‘steak experience’ on every plate we serve.
Beef is a labour of love here at Miller & Carter. We put everything into pursuing the perfect steak, from the field to the butcher’s block to the grill, so only the finest, most flavoursome cuts make your plate. All our beef is carefully and ethically sourced from trusted farmers and our chefs are trained at our very own ‘Steak School,’ so they are the experts in how to prepare and cook each cut to your exact personal preferences.
Established in 1965, the Craft Guild of Chefs has developed into the leading Chefs’ Association in the UK, with many members worldwide.
Members come from all aspects of the foodservice and hospitality sectors, working in a wide variety of positions from students and trainees to top management. Their aim is to increase standards of professional cooking through the combination of greater awareness, education, and training.
Sourcing, preparing, and serving great steak is what we do, day in, day out. By working with a few hand-picked suppliers our steaks are all fully traceable and are of the very highest quality. We are extremely selective to ensure we can deliver the steak experience that truly exceeds expectations. All our farms are assured to Red Tractor or Bord Bia Sustainable Beef Assurance Schemes.
Our prime British & Irish steaks are aged for a minimum of 30 days, using wet and dry techniques for the optimum succulence. All our steaks are matured under the supervision of our Master Butcher.
Our award-winning butchers cut all our steaks by hand, except for the mighty T Bone due to its size. They only use prime cuts from the forerib, sirloin, fillet and rump selected for the ideal balance of tenderness and marbling, for taste.
Whether you have chosen a butter-soft fillet or a flavour-packed sirloin, we know complete steak satisfaction depends on your cut being cooked just the way you like it. With only a few minutes between rare and well-done, timing is everything. That is why you will find our Steak School-trained chefs waiting patiently for the exact moment to turn it on our chargrill. Like a fine wine, we guarantee our steaks breathe for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking and rest afterwards to ensure the best flavour and tenderness. It is our team’s knowledge, passion and skill that is helped us become the best kept secret in steak.

Route 6

9:30 AM: Tea at 32 Hankins Lane, then travel by car to Brocket Hall (15 miles). Enjoy one of the various walking routes at BH, followed by lunch at the Real China at Galleria Outlet Shopping Centre, or opt for shopping after lunch. Return to the GCA Center by car (11 miles) for tea; or
12:30 PM: Arrival at 32 Hankins Lane, followed by lunch at the Real China at Galleria Outlet Shopping Centre. Enjoy one of the different walking routes at BH, then return to the GCA Center for tea.

Brocket Hall Park

Brocket Hall is located in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, England, and is a notable neoclassical country house. It is surrounded by a large park featuring two golf courses and seven other listed buildings. Currently, the estate is owned by the 3rd Baron Brocket and the main building is a Grade I listed building.

The history of Brocket Hall can be traced back to early structures from the 13th century. In the early 1550s, the estate became the property of the Brocket family and underwent significant renovations in the 1760s under the direction of Sir Matthew Lamb, designed by Sir James Paine. Near the dam, there is a neoclassical bridge, often described as Palladian style, designed by Paine with Portland stone, spanning the river as a driveway.

It is noteworthy that the estate has close connections with royalty and political figures; Queen Victoria often visited and over the years, it has hosted other prominent guests. This location was the residence of two British Prime Ministers, Melbourne and Palmerston, the latter of whom played a key role during the First Opium War, having a profound impact on the history of China and the world. His policies and decisions not only influenced British foreign policy but also significantly shaped the international relations of the mid-19th century.

In the 20th century, the estate had various uses; it was leased by George Stephen, 1st Baron Mount Stephen, and served as a maternity hospital during World War II. In recent decades, under the ownership of Charles Nall-Cain, 3rd Baron Brocket, it has been transformed into a hotel and conference center, with the addition of a second golf course and a fine dining restaurant. The two golf courses are named after the two Prime Ministers in honor of their historical contributions.

The estate’s park features a Palladian-style bridge and a lake formed by damming the River Lea, and is listed as Grade II in the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens. Brocket Hall is also a popular location for filming movies, television, and music videos, including Johnny English Reborn, The Queen, and many others.

Various walking routes at BH

The Real China Restaurant

The Real China is a chain of oriental buffet restaurants in the UK. It provides over 50 freshly prepared speciality dishes from Sezchuan, Chinese, Cantonese to Sushi and more. The modern and contemporary design of the restaurant and bar creates a great environment to dine and enjoy a cocktail with family and friends.

The Real China Restaurant at the Galleria Outlet Shopping Centre in Hatfield has undergone some reforms:

The health and safety of customers and staff is the top priority. The floor space has been trained and redesigned to comply with current health and safety requirements.
There is excitement about introducing the new ‘Table service buffet,’ where dishes can be ordered contactlessly using a QR code, with food delivered directly to tables.
A new extensive menu offers more choices, with each dish freshly prepared, yet maintains the traditional Chinese buffet experience, allowing unlimited orders.

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Most importantly, it creates a ‘hybrid restaurant‘ with both buffet and à la carte options.

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路线 6

上午 9:30：在汉金斯巷 32 号喝茶，然后乘车前往布洛克特庄园（15 英里）。在 BH 享受多种步行路线之一后，在盖勒里亚奥特莱斯购物中心的“真正的中国”餐厅用午餐，或选择午餐后购物。乘车返回 GCA 中心（11 英里）喝茶；或

下午 12:30：抵达汉金斯巷 32 号，随后在盖勒里亚奥特莱斯购物中心的真中国餐厅用午餐。在 BH 享受不同的步行路线之一，然后返回 GCA 中心喝茶。

布洛克特庄园位于英格兰赫特福德郡的韦尔温花园城市，是一座显著的新古典主义乡村别墅。它被一个大公园包围，内有两个高尔夫球场和其他七座列入名录的建筑。目前，第三代布洛克特男爵拥有该庄园的永久产权，主建筑为一级列名建筑。

布洛克特庄园的历史可以追溯到13世纪的早期结构。1550年代初，庄园成为布洛克特家族的财产，并在1760年代由马修·兰姆爵士主导，根据詹姆斯·佩恩的设计进行了重大翻新。靠近堰坝的地方有一座新古典主义桥梁，常被描述为帕拉第奥风格，它由佩恩设计，用波特兰石面对，横跨河流作为通道驱动。

值得注意的是，该庄园与王室和政治人物有着密切的联系；维多利亚女王曾经常访问，并且多年来接待了其他显赫的客人。这里是两位英国首相的故居，他们分别是墨尔本和帕默斯顿。后者在第一次鸦片战争期间扮演了关键角色，对中国和世界历史产生了深远的影响。他的政策和决策不仅影响了英国的外交政策，也深刻地塑造了19世纪中叶的国际关系格局。

在20世纪，庄园有过不同的用途；它曾被乔治·斯蒂芬，第一代蒙特斯蒂芬男爵租用，二战期间还曾作为一所产科医院。近几十年来，在查尔斯·纳尔-凯恩，第三代布洛克特男爵的所有权下，它被改造成了一个酒店和会议中心，并增设了第二个高尔夫球场和一家高级餐厅。这里的两个高尔夫球场，分别以这两位首相命名，作为对他们历史贡献的纪念。

庄园内的公园以帕拉第奥风格的桥梁和由堰坝截流莱河形成的湖泊为特色，被列为历史公园和花园名录的二级。布洛克特庄园也是电影、电视和音乐视频制作的热门地点，包括《憨豆特工2》、《女王》等多部作品的拍摄地。

真正的中国是英国的一个东方自助餐连锁餐厅。它提供超过 50 种现制特色菜，从四川菜、中餐、粤菜到寿司等。餐厅和酒吧的现代化和当代设计营造了一个适合与家人和朋友一起用餐和享受鸡尾酒的绝佳环境。

位于哈特菲尔德的盖勒里亚奥特莱斯购物中心的真正的中国餐厅进行了一些改革：

顾客和员工的健康安全是最重要的。餐厅空间已经过培训和重新设计，以符合当前的健康和安全要求。
他们对引入新的“桌面服务自助餐”感到兴奋，顾客可以通过扫描 QR 码无接触点餐，食物将直接送到桌上。
全新的扩展菜单提供更多选择，每道菜都是现做的，同时保持传统的中式自助餐体验，允许无限量点餐。

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最重要的是，它创建了一个既有自助餐也有单点菜单的“混合餐厅”。

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