|
EAST CLEVELAND SCOUT DISTRICT |
|
 |
|
|
Quick Links Round the Site Maps Groups Contacts Diary Events News Awards Links Campsites Site Map |
| |||||||||||||||||||||
| CAPTAIN COOK COUNTRY | This area is where the explorer Captain James Cook grew up. The "Captain Cook Heritage Trail" starts from his birthplace in Marton and travels down to Whitby from where he set sail on his many expeditions |
| FLAMINGO LAND | A theme park with all the usual "heart stopping" rides the kids have come to want and expect. A bit further away, just beyond Pickering, but worth the trip if you want a smashing day out. There is an added bonus in the form of a zoo, all within the entrance price. Give them a call for current prices. there are usually reductions for parties. |
| LYTHE | A small village about 3.5 kilometres away where the post office + grocery store should provide for those small things you have forgotten. St Oswalds Church sits at the top of Lythe Bank, a 1 in 4 hill leading to Sandsend. |
| SANDSEND | Another beautiful beach which stretches 4 kilometres to Whitby. It can be reached by following the Cleveland Way along the cliff for approximately 4.5 kilometres, or by easy road access via Goldsborough and Lythe. |
| WHITBY | A fishing port and seaside resort at the mouth of the River Esk. The Abbey, St Mary's Church and the Lifeboat Museum are all worth a visit. There is also a Dracula Museum, the usual amusement arcades etc. and lots of links with Captain Cook. Whitby is well worth a visit and a climb up the famous 199 steps to the Abbey is a must for new visitors. |
| RUNSWICK BAY | A delightful fishing village with cottages clinging to the cliff face in a remarkable way. This is situated just over 2.5 kilometres away and can be reached easily by a walk along the disused railway track and then by following the footpath down onto the beach. The fine sandy beach in the protected bay can provide an ideal location for many projects and activities. The small shop at the end of the bay wall will supply sweets and ice cream in plenty. |
| GROSMONT | This is the terminus of the North York Moors Railway, which runs along Newton Dale to Pickering. Most of the trains on this line are steam hauled. Go back in time, with the sounds and smells of steam. It is worth contacting the NYMR if planning a visit as they frequently run "Themed weekends". |
| DANBY LODGE MOORS CENTRE | Located just outside the village of Danby, the Lodge is the main visitors centre for the North York Moors National Park. There are 13 acres of meadow, woodland and picnic areas. There is also a small cafe and shop. Another useful location which could fit in with themed weekends. |
|
For reference purposes, further Tourist Information is available in the Scouters’ Lounge. Members of our District Fellowship have prepared several short walks around Kettleness, and copies are available at the centre, or could be forwarded in advance by request. Finally, we always welcome comments. Please sign the guest book in the Leaders Lounge before you leave. If you enjoyed your stay, please tell your friend. If you didn't, please tell us why. We value your custom and are interested in any ideas which makes improvements to the centre. |
|
|
Copyright © 1998-2004 East Cleveland Scouts, All Rights Reserved No part of this web site may be used without written permission from the District. |
