Ousby & Melmerby

The Village Bakery – If you decide on going up to Hartside via Melmerby then Phil Merrin recommends you stop here for a bite of organic, wholesome food.

The Shepherds Inn – An Egon Ronay listed pub and restaurant. Well worth a visit. route features Although not on the C2C as such, Melmerby lies only 4 miles from Langwathby on the A686 road to Hartside and many C2C’ers cycle this way rather than the official route via Renwick. The climb up to Hartside from Melmerby is all on road and offers stunning views as well as a challenging, uphill cycle ride all the way to the cafe at Hartside summit. Be aware though that this section of road can get quite busy.