Day 3 - The North Yorkshire Moors Railraod
Today, board the coach for today's excursion to Whitby, one of
the east coast's most popular seaside resorts. On the way to this
iconic Yorkshire location, disembark at Goathland, better known as
'Aidensfield' in TV's Heartbeat. Your journey continues through
hidden valleys and open moorland as the coach makes its way to the
charming fishing port of Whitby. Crowned by its brooding Abbey, the
town is famous as the inspiration behind Bram Stoker's Dracula,
which incorporated local folklore to heighten the authenticity of
this spooky tale. Also known for its beautiful Whitby jet jewelry,
there are dozens of shops selling authentic jet accessories.
The older part of the town, located on the East Bank, is a maze
of narrow medieval streets with a rich history just waiting to be
explored, while the newer town is found on the opposite bank. Enjoy
your time and explore the charm of the quaint cobbled streets that
lead down to its handsome harbor. If you're feeling adventurous,
why not climb the 199 steps up to glorious Whitby Abbey? Here, you
can enjoy unimpeded panoramic views of the coastal town. And last
but not the least, Whitby is home to some of the UK's finest fish
and chip restaurants, which you have free time to sample before you
join the nostalgic North Yorkshire Moors Railroad for the
return journey by steam* railroad.
*Steam-hauled where possible.
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