Route diagram, drawn from the recorded track — for the shape of the walk, not for navigation. Carry OS Explorer on the hill.
The long one: eleven and a half miles from Easingwold out to Crayke, up to Oulston Reservoir on the fringe of the Howardian Hills and back, with 190 metres of ascent and a good five hours on the move. Start from the southern edge of Easingwold near Outwood Academy where there is street parking, or use the town's free market place car park; the 31X bus links Easingwold with York and Thirsk. This crosses a lot of working farmland with cattle and sheep, several stiles that a big dog will need lifting over, and stretches of quiet lane, so it wants a fit dog on a lead for long sections; the reservoir is a drinking chance but not a swimming one, and the higher field paths hold water badly from November to March.
An independent cafe on Easingwold's Market Place doing breakfast, brunch and lunch, with a walled courtyard garden at the back. Dogs are welcome both indoors and out among the flowers in the courtyard. A good first stop before the lanes out to Crayke and Brandsby.
A smartly refurbished inn on Easingwold's cobbled Market Place, listed as a child and dog friendly pub serving food. Dogs are welcome indoors as well as at the outdoor seating and in the garden. A comfortable halt on the old road between York and Thirsk.
A friendly Market Place pub in Easingwold with a huge beer garden, a well-attended Sunday carvery and a wall of gins. Dogs are welcome everywhere in the pub and a water bowl is provided. Good walking country starts within a few minutes of the door.
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