Breeze Gibside Farmer's Market via Ebchester

We'll meet in the car park next to the Derwent Walk (Stirling Lane, Rowlands Gill). We'll head up the Derwent Walk towards Ebchester. Then we'll return the way we came (down hill all the way) back to Rowlands Gill and then up to Gibside for the farmer's market (free entry). When you arrive by bike you can get a free cup of tea/coffee if you buy a cake or scone. Allow time for a chat in the cafe and browsing the market. This is a gentle ride of about 10 miles, almost entirely on multi-user cycle path: lovely views and away from traffic. It can be a bit muddy if the weather has been wet. It's sensible to bring a drink, snack, bike lock, and spare inner tube - a sense of humour is essential. Wrap up warm - especially hands and feet.