2019

NZ8909 : Larpool Viaduct, looking south

taken 5 years ago, near to Whitby, North Yorkshire, England

Larpool Viaduct, looking south
Larpool Viaduct, looking south
Two cyclists and several walkers are making use of the restored viaduct.
Old Scarborough to Whitby line

The railway line between Scarborough and Whitby was opened in 1885 and was very popular with holiday makers. It opened up the North Yorkshire coastline to tourists. It was closed in 1965. The route now is a cinder track and forms part of National cycleway 1 (Dover to John O' Groats). It is also a popular walking trail. A full history of the line can be read at LinkExternal link

Larpool Viaduct, Whitby

Larpool Viaduct was built in 1882-84 for the Scarborough to Whitby railway, the last rail services being in 1965. It is now an essential link on Sustrans' National Cycle Route 1. It is of brick, crossing the River Esk and the road and railway either side on 13 arches. Its 'claim to fame' is being mentioned incidentally in 'Dracula'.

National Cycle Network Route 1

National Route 1 of the National Cycle Network is a long distance cycle route connecting Dover and the Shetland Islands mainly via the east coast of England and Scotland. The route is all signed and open except between London and Woodbridge (in Suffolk) and between Whitby and Staithes (in Yorkshire).


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NZ8909, 323 images   (more nearby 🔍)
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Stephen Craven   (more nearby)
Date Taken
Saturday, 12 January, 2019   (more nearby)
Submitted
Sunday, 20 January, 2019
Subject Location
OSGB36: geotagged! NZ 8961 0969 [10m precision]
WGS84: 54:28.4802N 0:37.1202W
Camera Location
OSGB36: geotagged! NZ 8961 0974
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SOUTH (about 180 degrees)
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