A very cold morning in Boston Spa, but we soon warmed nicely as we approached the first part of our walk near the river. The warmth of the trees and sheltered hillside was truly beautiful. Although the river was flowing quite fast, Billy was in and chasing logs, not even noticing the zero temperature of the water. We followed the river for about a mile to a small wood uphill to an old, recently dismantled mill. I'm sure whatever gets built there will be nicer to look at than the derelict brick ruin that it was. After going under what looks like a disused aquaduct, we rejoined the the riverside for another mile, until we reached the Ebor Way path. Turning right, we met the main road to Tadcaster and Newton Kyme. After crossing, we approached the old Roman road, Rudgate. This road does lead into Tadcaster, but we turned right on Watson lane, and after a short while, bore left on the edge of someone's drive, and then over a stone stile towards open farmland. As this was about halfway, we decided it was Lunch time! most of us sat about awkwardly on makeshift ground sheets, yet I don't think a Morrisons carrier bag really qualifies? Improvisation or what? Following on, we eventually saw the steeple of Clifford's massive church, and aimed for that along the path. As we arrived in Clifford, we met with one of our friends who managed to find us, as he arrived much later. To celebrate, (ha ha), we found the nearest pub, but alas, it was a dreaded Sam Smiths......Too late, as some of the unknowing victims had ordered various "drinks", so we checked out the organic malted, strong.....Lager. It was bottled, and served in very posh glasses! Paul was of course photographed drinking the LAGER, so that he can tell all his drinking buddies how much he suffered! Soon after this we arrived at the Albion pub, which allowed Billy in, and it was a warm, friendly pub with beer that we liked! This was another great walk, even though it was only 6.5 miles long, it was varied and a decent workout. The only downside was that we had to walk the last mile back to Boston Spa along the main road, but it was on a path. The generous size new car park that we used is really for church goers only, which I don't doubt will be restricted somehow as months go by. At the moment, there isn't a sign stating any restrictions .....the public car park is pay & display, and only two hours max stay? Although that's Monday to Saturday, it's free on Sundays. On street parking is limited, and the road is narrow.