Just returned from a week up in Whitby. Considering the forecast the weather has not been too bad. Bit cool when the sun went in.
Somewhat railway themed. Stayed in a cottage directly under the Larpool railway viaduct (Old Scarborough to Whitby line). Saw a 'Steamer' a few times on the Esk Valley line.
Walks out along the cliff tops along the Cleveland Way coastal paths and returning on the disused railway lines. Sandsend, Ravenscar, Robin Hoods Bay and Hayburn Wyke.
Even had a quick turn around trip on a standard diesel on the Esk Valley line from Whitby to Middlesborough, of all places. Stunning scenery and only £11 odd for a double return :). How the line survives financially is a bit of a mystery. Not many passengers at all apart from a bunch of mouthy teenage school kids returning home.
Only issue was the inability to take refuge inside a warm cafe or restaurant. Alfresco dining is not much fun in low temperatures.
Last edited by: Fullchat on Fri 7 May 21 at 13:28
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