Daunted by the steepness of the Dales I set off with some trepidation. Soon gained confidence after climbing 3 hills in the first 5 miles. It was a fine but cool day and I was glad I had opted for gilet and arm warmers. Out of the keen wind it was a pleasure to stop and enjoy the views. A large flock of swallows and house martins were gathering on some wires near Longnor. In the village a dressed well to admire and a cafe with coffee and cake for £3.20. this didn't help me much a mile or so later when I had to walk a hill of 20%. After 200 yards I was able to get back on and ride. The next 15 miles were bliss. A decent cycle path on the old railway line. (See the flat bit on the profile!) I was getting peckish so left the path in search of a cafe or pub and found an old friend quite by chance, The Knockerdown Inn. One tough climb and some smaller ones on the way back to the Hostel.