Sheriff Hutton and the Dutch House

A ride through several of the local villages, using lesser known small roads. Initially towards Crayke, then heading down to Huby and Sutton on the Forest through the flatlands around the river Foss. Gradual climbing as the route heads first through Sheriff Hutton where there is a very but good small coffee shop. Taking the back road through to Brandsby and then heading towards Crayke again. Another excellent coffee or lunch stop at the Dutch house before the final and steepest climb up to Crayke. From there either up to the castle, straight down the road or a scenic diversion through back lanes taking us in to Easingwold on the Oulston road and down the cycle path. As requested, this route is not 'too lumpy' but not entirely flat either! The climbing is gentle but the challenge is to get up to Crayke after a good lunch! Don't forget drink, spare inner tube and money for lunch. The stop will be at the Dutch House as they can manage our numbers.