Hovingham bakery, lots of hills!

A ride from Easingwold to Hovingham and back on a figure of eight route, and a cafe stop in Hovingham village. The ride starts with a steady climb up to Crayke, followed by a descent down past the Dutch House, before another steady climb to Brandsby. In the village we turn right and rather than going up Brandsby bank, we take the quieter road which runs parallel and the re-joins the main road at the top. It still involves some climbing though! Over the top we head towards Hovingham, but then turn left to follow a single track road down to Gilling, rejoining the main road through the village. Another turn onto a minor road leads us to Stonegrave, and then on to Hovingham with a pub, well stocked village shop and two tea shops. The return is another steady climb, and at the top heading to Yearsley village. From there down the bank and an undulating ride back to Easingwold. This is a challenging ride with a fair amount of climbing both going out and coming back. We will do a decent pace to keep warm, so please don't book this ride if you are not a competent climber. Please remember money for refreshments, warm clothing, lights and spare inner tube. Also note earlier start time than usual. In the event of heavy rain, snow, fog or ice I will cancel and inform riders by text or e-mail.