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Riverside Cottage shown below - enjoy beautiful views down the River Esk..

 

Situated on a tidal section of the river you can watch the ebb and flow of the River Esk as the tides change twice a day

 

In season you can see seals swimming in the river



A calm, serene setting providing a perfect getaway for
families or just couples wanting a romantic time together

 

 Riverside Cottage sits right on the banks of the beautiful River Esk. This scenic location is on a tidal stretch of the Esk and the scene constantly changes along with the run of the tides twice each day. A stunning location for your holiday base. Ample free parking at Riverside Cottage



Riverside Cottage views and surrounding countryside.

The following photos show views around 'Riverside Cottage' and the surrounding area We're sure you will agree that 'Riverside Cottage' enjoys a superb location overlooking the River Esk. This area is totally unspoilt and we feel sure that you will enjoy relaxing on your own private balcony, taking it easy, whilst letting yourself unwind, possibly with a cocktail, a beer or just a tea or a coffee. Suitable for families or couples.

We're sure that you will enjoy this scenic, natural setting at 'Riverside Cottage'.

View from the top of the Viaduct

Shelter and seating overlooking River Esk

A view from the opposite side of the River Esk

Looking upstream from one of the picnic tables at the rear of our cottage

Looking towards Ruswarp from the top of the Viaduct

Rear view from Riverside Cottage

Whitby Viaduct as it stands today - you can walk all the way
into Whitby across the Viaduct, keeping off all roads.

The walk will take you about 15 minutes and you have great views
of Whitby, the abbey, and Whitby town from the top of the Viaduct

Below - Whitby Historic Viaduct being built in 1882

The Whitby Viaduct

Work began in 1882 and the Viaduct took almost 2 years to build. The photo above was taken shortly after work started and shows the first of the giant pier support columns of the Viaduct being laid.

Note the diver with his old fashioned breathing apparatus, to the right of the photo.

Six men fell to their deaths whilst construction was underway. The Viaduct is 915 feet long and its highest point is 125 foot above the river. It is supported on 12 piers with 13 arches.

The mid section piers are built on a twist so that they do not affect the natural flow of the river.

5 million bricks were used and the structure cost £40,000 at the time. The Viaduct was also mentioned in Bram Stokers book, 'Dracula'. The Viaduct was eventually sold by British Rail for only £1.

You can walk across the Viaduct pathway quite easily, taking only about 15 minutes to walk directly into Whitby town centre without using any roads or encountering traffic - some comfort for those with young children.

Take your camera as the views from the top are stunning, especially when the tide is in and the river is in full flood.