We went on a beautiful bike ride yesterday in the Eden Valley. With the Pennines to our east and the Lake District to our west we had some wonderful views of the fells whilst we rode through lush green countryside sprinkled with inviting sandstone villages. There are lots of interesting places to visit often without the crowds that can be found in parts of the national park.
We stopped off at the Village Bakery in Melmerby for lunch. The food was delicious and we filled our panniers with organic bread but I have to say I prefer the atmosphere at The Watermill in Little Salkeld. Equally good food with just a little bit more character. Both of them promote good, local, organic food so try them both and see what you think.