Clifton CC

York Backpackers is full, but it looks like it would be a great place to stay.

Can you make any recommendations on hotels or hostels in town? I have minimal needs - a shower and a bed and a secure place for my bike would cover it.

Here is one I found - good or not-so-good?

http://www.yorkbackpackers.co.uk/


Also, here is my first try at a route -

http://www.gmap ...

I will be in Stockton-on-Tees on business from the US starting Saturday for a fortnight. This is my first visit to the UK.

I would like to rent a bike and get in a 50 mile ride (or so) the weekend of July 22-23. I am looking for ideas on how to do this. I have been told York is a very scenic area ...