Guisborough & Whitby
Guisborough & WhitbyWe travel around the Cleveland Hills to the lovely little town of Guisborough on market day. Guisborough is worth visiting for its unique blend of history, scenic walking trails, and its traditional market town atmosphere. The town's most iconic feature is the majestic ruins of Guisborough Priory, which rise above the rooftops.
Once we have browsed the market stalls in Guisborough, we continue our scenic journey across the North Yorkshire Moors to the bustling harbour town of Whitby. Whitby is known as the ‘jewel in the crown’ of the Yorkshire Coast and is a popular seaside resort. Home to narrow alleys and quaint streets that meander down to the busy quay. The coastal town boasts picturesque harbourside houses and small shops filled with crafts and antiques.
The town is famous for its association with Dracula. Bram Stoker was inspired by Whitby Abbey during his stay in the town, where he wrote part of the most-filmed novel of all time.
James Cook (1728-1779) was born just outside Middlesborough. After falling in love with the sea, he moved to Whitby and became a trainee with a local shipping firm. Later, he joined the Royal Navy and was rapidly promoted to a command. Thus he became Captain Cook – the man who charted to the coast of New Zealand and the eastern coast of Australia. He’s now world famous for being one of the greatest surveyors, the finest sailors and the most accomplished explorers of all time.
Whitby is also known for its world-renowned Jet Industry. Jet is a fossilised Araucaria tree and the result of millions of years of compression. Whitby Jet is of Jurassic age, approximately 182 million years old and is of the finest in the world.
Whats included
Luxury Escorted Return Coach Travel
Experienced Driver and Courier
USB charging points and free WiFi onboard the coach
Morning in Guisborough on market day
Afternoon in Whitby
