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EAST CLEVELAND SCOUT DISTRICT

‘SEEONEE LAIR’ (KETTLENESS) ACTIVITY CENTRE

HISTORY

Seeonee Lair is a converted Railway Station that still retains some original features. The picture - see Pictures Page - shows the station when it was still in use but the signal box, track and platform canopy have since been removed. The station dates back to the 1880's when it was on the line from Middlesbrough to Whitby which went via Guisborough, Skelton, Brotton and then followed the coast. The line was used up until 1953 when it was closed as a passenger route. However, parts of the original route are still used as a mineral line to Boulby Potash mine.

Since the District took over the lease, much has been improved. Originally, straw had to be collected to fill palliases but now bunk beds with proper mattresses are used throughout. Central heating and double-glazing ensure that Seeonee Lair is usable all year round.

The property is part of the estates of the Marquis of Normanby.

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