Hovingham walk - Sunday 7th September 2008

A total seven people joined the Hovingham walk organized by Anders, for a gentle six mile stroll.

Walkers met at the Bannatynes Health club on the outskirts of York before driving up to Hovingham, a beautiful little village to the north-west of Castle Howard.

With the sun shining, we set off up the path behind the Malt Shovel, up into the fields and hills above the village. Despite being 'summer' the recent months near-continuous rain meant we were continually dodging waterlogged fields and very muddy paths. I am pleased to announce that nobody managed to take a tumble and mud splashed only up to the knees.

About half way through the walk we all took a rest and ate sandwiches whilst looking over the valley to the North York Moors. The day was clear so excellent views were had from Sutton Bank to the left all the way to the coast near Scarborough the right.

Upon our return from the hills we changed boots and then walked along tot he rightly acclaimed Hovingham Bakery & Spa Tea Room for tea and food. The highlight had to be the delicious bacon butties served on freshly baked white bread.

Our next walk is organized for Sunday 12th October - watch this space for further details.

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