How did they get a Train over 100 feet down from this Viaduct? The Scarborough to Whitby Railway
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- How do you get a Train over 100 feet down from a Viaduct? The Scarborough to Whitby Railway Episode 5
In this 5th and final part of my walk along the Scarborough to Whitby Railway, i take a look at how they got trains from over 100 feet up above on Larpool Viaduct down to the Esk Valley Railway Line into Whitby Town.
I pick up where i left off at Prospect Hill Junction before taking the descent down towards Larpool Viaduct, this time going below this magbificent structure followng the Esk Valley to my side.
Once beyond we look for the railway junction that once linked onto the current active railway line between Middlesbrough and Whitby Town Station.
To finish we head towards and into Whitby Station.
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God bless the railway nerds who took it upon themselves to document our old transport history. Lovely stuff again, Ant! 👍
Glad you enjoyed it Ian thank you
Excellent! I've recently been to Whitby myself and did the walk from prospect hill to Whitby town under the viaduct...not easy!
Ant, you really are getting so good at producing absolutely fantastic series! They contain a wealth of information, with archive footage & photo's, stunning vistas, really poignant soundtracks, & excellent narration from your good self. So much so, you inspired me to spend 2 nights camping & kayaking the coast there, by the waterfall on the beach, where I'll be going again soon, once the weather breaks. As a result I have decided to become a patreon to you, for the pleasure you have brought me.
Thanks & warm regards.....Urban Geeze.
I'd love to do some wild camping along that Coastline. I've got a couple of spots in mind if I do. I'm so glad you enjoyed this. Thank you
Have only recently discovered this channel. Fantastic. Brilliantly researched and presented. I love the comparison between now and then and the drone shots are great. I'm now a big follower. Many thanks.
Thank you so much for this celebration of the English landscape. Looking back at those wonderfully evocative photos of the line as it was, it's almost painful to see what we've lost through time. Thankfully Larpool Viaduct remains, to inspire.
absolute brilliant series if i wasnt aware i was on you tube this could have passed for excellent tv great work and ty
Thanks very much Mark very kind indeed
This has been an amazing series, Ant. The research, the in-depth knowledge, the pictures of yesteryear all top notch. Thank you so much for sharing, Ant. I've really enjoyed it.
Watching this has made me feel very nostalgic. As a young lad in 1968 we had a family holiday in Scarborough. I knew that the line had closed three years' earlier so did lots of exploring. As the track had only just been lifted the route and much infrastructure were still intact. I remember well walking from the junction up to Prospect Hill and West Cliff station. It's strange to see it now.
Thanks for an excellent video. I particularly like the way you've included stills from the past and evocative background music. . . .
The difference at prospect hill then & now is amazing! Alas these videos always show a world now sadly lost.
13:30 sorry I am laughing 🤭...but oo I felt the pain that you could hear in your voice. I'm glad you kept that bit in. The things you do for us 😉
I've really enjoyed this five part series around Scarborough & Whitby, Your videos are so informative about the history of the railways. Beautiful part of the world too.
Thank you for doing all the videos you do.
Thank you for such a kind comment. I've thoroughly enjoyed doing them and shall be back up to complete the Whitby to Loftus Railway in the Autumn
WOW!! That was awesome. How you get all the old still footage never fails to amaze me and you description and narrative is of documentary quality. BBC ETC Take note !!!
There are plenty of books and videos out there.
Great five parter Ant. Shame they closed them lines down as they had the most spectacular views. I’ve followed you from the beginning and I’m amazed how your videos have evolved as time gone by. Keep up the good work can’t wait to see what comes next 👏👏👏
A superb series of video's , I really enjoyed them. The old photo's and films were excellent too !
Thank you Garry. I'll be back here in the Autumn
Thank you Ant for all your hard work to make these videos for us to admire and sorry about your neetled legs you definitely took one for the team there, looking forward to seeing more of your AMAZING films in the future, thanks again Ant, Pete 👍
This was a magical and very special episode helped by the beautiful choice of stunning music and archive photos.
AGH..... Just found this but lunch is over, and I have to stay late at work......
Will watch tonight.
Thanks ahead of time.........
Cheers Mike it's the final part. I hope you have a good shift
@@TrekkingExploration I enjoy my work, so I never have to "work." lol
Thank you for todays video. A definitive walk back in time. Always a happy yet sad trip. See you on the next, Ant. Cheers mate! ❤🇬🇧🙂👍🇺🇸
Also thank goodness the Viaduct and most of the trackbed are used fior the benefit of the area. I think I'll keep coming back to this area. Beautiful footage you have taken of it! ❤
What a fabulous series was that. Totally awesome, truly brilliant thanks Ant. Looking forward to next. Thanks for taking me along. Please take care
Ant, can I just say, this is one of the finest video series you have done, being a massive fan of Whitbys railways, this is also a personal thing for me and my family, as I took my them on the cinder track when we stayed in Whitby when my boys were younger....i too followed that trackbed from Prosect Junc down to Whitby wirh my then young Sons.....thanks for the memories mate...❤
So glad you enjoyed them Jon. It's the first time I've really planned and laid out a series like this so to see it all pan out as well as my enjoyment for being out there in the first place it's given me the incentive to get out and do another. I've already started the journey beyond Whitby I'll start putting them out early autumn. But what next, Bakewell to Buxton or the Woodhead?
This is an excellent series... I watched it as i was planing cycling the Trail but this (and the other videos/films) taught me so much more. When i cycled the Trail in August (Whitby to Scarborough) I looked at the path to my right and wondered were it when and why it was there this answered all my questions. Thanks.
Marvelous presentation. Outstanding drone footage. Wonderful historic photos. And an excellent soundtrack to boot. Very, Very professional.
Thanks very much Charles so very kind
Superb conclusion to a marvellous journey from Scarborough to Whitby. Brilliant use of archive material and drone footage, gives an excellent view of the impressive engineering structures on the lines into Whitby. Well done!
Stunning countryside done justice by your filming. A fantastic series of videos. Thank you Ant.
Thank you Ant, what an excellent series this has been! Whitby is my favourite place I've ever been to, your passion for what you do is fantastic to watch ! I've really enjoyed it. ❤😊
Brilliant footage - both old and new! I had wondered how trains managed to descend from the end of Larpool Viaduct to the town station. That Scarborough - Whitby ex-railway route is very scenic although it's a rather bumpy cycle ride. I'm looking forward to the Whitby - Loftus video!
That was an excellent series. It all makes sense with the inclusion of the archive footage and pictures. I thoroughly enjoyed that, many thanks Ant!
Thanks very much Neil. This series has definitely inspired me to do more similar
Superb footage. Drone filming amazing. The old photos and music all blended well. Brilliant sights and scenery and walks. What a hard work work you put into this. Absolutely first class. Well done. Thank you.
Yep, that was a good series, thanks Ant, you've brought together some great footage, lots of info, superb photos and vids and then you tell us there's more!!!!!! Keep 'em coming👍👍👍👍👍
I have thoroughly enjoyed this five part series. Brilliant as always. Thanks
Thanks very much indeed
Thanks Ant, love the then and now railway stuff you do thanks again 👍
Brilliantly done that maté enjoyed that very much well done 👍
Many thanks. An excellent and most informative production.
Thanks very much for watching
Fantastic end to the series I love the way you mix in the old videos and photos with the here and now it’s amazing how such much has been overtaken by nature .. keep up the good work 🤙
An excellent video to conclude the series including so much historical film and sights
Another wonderful video Ant. You really do get the balance of soundtrack, historic archive photos, glorious drone footage and present day views perfectly captured.
Thank you very much indeed. I'll be back up here very soon to continue the journey North 😊
A worthy end to the series, well done, Ant! 👌🏼👌🏼😀
Thanks very much Frank
Fantastic series with some brilliant footage, I really enjoyed watching them. Keep up the great work Ant 👏👍
Fantastic end to the series, thanks. I always take the Pickering - Whitby NYMR train when visiting the area and this really brings the final and less-scenic part of the journey to life. The railway around Whitby itself was quite something! Incidentally, I think the NYMR trains actually leave Network Rail track before they enter Whitby itself, the platform they use and the run-round loop being NYMR’s private track for its exclusive use. On the return trip, they rejoin NR by phoning the Signaller to request the token to Grosmont on the Esk Valley Line (unsure whether or not this uses an RETB token), this being handed back again by phone before leaving NR again just East of Grosmont and turning off to return to NYMR metals in the station sidings. Only certain NYMR locos are certified to use the Main Line, so locos will drop off their stock in the platform at Grosmont before shuttling back to Whitby with the next train. NYMR passengers can therefore either do the whole trip by through train, or have to change trains at Grosmont.
Absolutely fantastic video Ant 👍🏼😊. Some amazing old photos as well. Made all the more special because we’ve stayed in Ruswarp on holiday several times over the years and walked the route into Whitby under Larpool Viaduct (along the side of the remaining line) many many times. Looking at your video, I think we may have possibly walked the Prospect Hill route one time as well without realising. I’ll have taken photos for sure and must dig them out. We’re definitely due another visit. It’s been far too long 😊
A wonderful series . Thanks so much for making it . This area of the country so special to me for all sorts of reasons.
So pleased you have enjoyed them. There's more to come from here later in the year 😉
Yet another quality video I’ve walked this a few times but you’ve done the business on it once again top man very best regards 👍👍👍👍
Excellent series!!!!
That was a great journey, with a lovely part 5 with all the archive footage and photo's that fitted in perfectly. Excellent.
Thanks very much Tim. I'll be back in the autumn
Great series. So well put together. The comparison photos and drone footage are spot on. Great work.
Thanks very much Rob thank you
This is outstanding and really held my attention. If they restored a part of this railway it would be the equal of any heritage line in the country. I only hope that if it becomes a possibility, that Ant and North Yorkshire Wanderer can be part of the lobbying team. I'm intending to run the length of the route with my daughter in September as part of our marathon prep. Very well done Ant.
Just an amazing line. Thanks so much
The juxtaposition of then and now shots are excellent, well done, great content. 👍
Thanks very much. I'm pleased you enjoyed it
What a fantastic series Ant, Whitby is one of my favourite places, can't wait to get back there though I normally do my walking there in winter when the crowds have gone!
Excellent finale to the series of videos .
You never fail to deliver on your work Ant !!
Thank you very much for watching and commenting. I'll be back up here in the autumn
A fantastic set of videos along with some utterly stunning scenery and amazing history. I’ve totally enjoyed these videos. Thank you so much for creating 😊👍
Thank you very much David. It's given me a greater appetite to do more similar series like this in the future
Excellent conclusion to a excellent series ,one of my relatives worked at West Cliff station for over 20 years ,his two regrets were, one ,that it closed and second he didn't take a station name sign for keepsake after closure
A great conclusion to your nostalgic journey,well done thank you.
Thanks very much Tony. I'll be back soon to carry on the journey north
Wow! Thanks for that wonderful set of videos, Ant. A lost set of lines, but leaving some wonderful walks and scenery in its wake! Well done ! Thanks so much!
Thank you Michael. I shall be back up to continue the journey in the autumn
Ant, not to ask a silly question: When you say Gas Works it that what was also called City Gas years back? This vid has so many great B&W and color photos plus the great vintage film footage. You did a outstanding job at putting it all together along with the drone video. This was such a treat to watch after getting home from work.....
This has been by far one of my favourite parts to watch, it has been very interesting, loved the drone & old footage, absolutely stunning scenery!! It is clear to see how hard you have worked all throughout & your dedication & effort has been very much appreciated. So much so I've subscribed today. Looking forward to watching many more lovely Videos too!
Thanks for another cracking trip with some wonderful footage and well crafted together 🎉
Great video series
You can see why the route was closed all that run round business would be so much trouble today
It must have been a bugger really. Thanks very much for watching
Have only recently discovered this channel. Fantastic. The research and presentation is so polished. I love the comparison between then and now. Also the drone shots are amazing. I am now a big follower . Many thanks.
Thank you Ant, a great series once again thoroughly enjoyed it....
i live in Wrexham really enjoyed the series
Glad you enjoyed them Stephen thank you
Hi Ant, truly amazing series with a fantastic end. Extremely well put together videos that we enjoyed very much. Thank you for all your hard work.
Beautiful
Thank you 😊
Really enjoyed this series it has been fascinating with exceptional production. Looking forward to many more.
Brilliant video Ant, that junction and then the decent is something else. Amazing to think they run steam trains down there. Thanks again for this fantastic video. Chris
EXCELLENT PRESENTATION.
Thanks very much 😊
Hiya, I’ve just watched the 4 films you did of the Scarborough to Whitby line, I’m lucky enough to be able to walk and cycle this route and I also deliver to one of the stations you mentioned, but I’m amazed at how much extra info you’ve managed to pack in, it really was brilliant to watch, thank you 😀😀👏🏻👏🏻
just brilliant
Thank you Robert
So well put together. I appreciate the huge amount of work you’ve put into this.
Masterpiece
Excellent, thank you!
Thanks so much Angela
Yes top quality Ant
Great video Ant. Its amazing how the railway went through all these hills and the valley. To think there is only one branch left now is sad really considering all the work they would have done to make it possible.
Absolutely brilliant series of videos, possibly your best yet.
Fantastic series ,thank you Ant , brilliant efforts, i liked prospect hill signal box the engineering that went into getting the cables and point rodding to work correctly with regards to over track perspectives, quite amazing, extremely sad to see it all gone. Those ole boys knew a thing or two about building things to last .
Brilliant and interesting content look forward to the next series. Great music, drone shots, history and perspective. Thoroughly enjoyable and great watching! Cant wait!!
Thanks very much for your kind words Angela 💗
Really loved the video. It brought back memories of long ago.
Thanks very much Gordon I'm glad you enjoyed it
Excellent series, Ant. Thanks for all the hard work that you have put in.
Thanks very much Martin very kind
Thanks Ant for a great series. At Whitby the platform you were walking along is the new one used by the heritage trains. The platform on the opposite side is used by the Northern trains. Friend who’s a NYMR volunteer says the line is controlled from the signal box at Nunthorpe which is at the Middlesbrough end of the Whitby to Middlesbrough line.
Hi ant thank you for showing parts of the Scarborough to Whitby disused railway line TH-cam video it was a really good and on the part 3 and 4 episode when it was showing the railway carriage holiday place and the Larpool Viaduct I have walked along that route in April last year.
And the parts on your next TH-cam episode by doing the Esk valley of the Middlesbrough to Whitby disused railway line I have got some photos of 2 disused railway viaducts a disused railway station and a disused railway tunnel that I have walked along that route back with a walking club last month.
So here are all of the photos of the old Middlesbrough to Whitby disused railway line.
I was on the last scheduled train from whitby to scarborough in 1963. It was a diesel. That's all I remember really.
fantastic series Ant, very informative and beautiful location. looking forward to the whitby to loftus episodes.
Maaaate. What an epic journey! I enjoyed every moment of it through the five episodes. Thanks so much for an outstanding series.
Now you've set the bar for the next series!!!
Oh, don' wear shorts through prickers and brambles mate. Cheers and thanks Ant. Bless.
Those spiky bits caught me out the little boggers. Glad you enjoyed it Marc it's given me a greater incentive to go and do similar again
@@TrekkingExploration I certainly hope so cobber! I'll tune in for every one of them....as always!!!
Great job , loved the series , can't wait for your next series on this line further north from Whitby. Best wishes for the future.
another great detailed route off the line Ant Thanks very much
Thanks very much Andrew 🙂
Thank you so much Ant for this series, I throughly enjoyed every one, your production and content is very professional.
One word, Ant. EPIC! 👍
Yay thanks very much Kim 🙂
Just come across the final part of your journey and found it very interesting. I also looked at the one from Robin hoods bay. Ive subscribed and will look forward to your next one on the Whitby to Loftus line. I remember some of the viaducts at the golf club sandsend and staithes. Mother said I'd been on the train when i was very little just a shame i cant remember although I do remember some dark tunnels. Really well put together and enjoyable thanks again.
As Scarborough was a popular holiday resort I'd imagine that quite a few people might have used the original direct line from Middlesbrough via Loftus to Scarborough but after it was truncated at Whitby use probably dropped off with people using the direct buses provided by United which obviously went via Whitby but you don't have to change just like the X93 now.By rail now it's a big detour via York.
Thank you for such a excellent video.
We walked most of this last year
Really enjoyed your video's & information all the way through & we will be keeping you in mind when we go back up there for another great holiday in North Yorkshire on our E-Bikes..
Another great Video Ant, I love it around Whitby and the North Yorkshire Moors.
Great music too!
Cheers Dave. I'm looking forward to going back in the autumn
@TrekkingExploration I'll look forward to that video too! Hopefully the weather will be fine and you'll get some beautiful autumn colours! 🍂
A brilliant series worthy of some sort of BAFTA in my opinion!One thing,I wonder what the cost would be to put decent safety railings on the Larpool Viaduct?Keeping it closed seems to be such a waste and would be a nice addition to the walk.
Larpool viaduct is part of the walk, have walked across it several times. See previous vid
@@shymike must have got that viaduct mixed up with another one,thanks for your reply.
what an amazing experience ant thanks for sharing
Saw this by chance, excellent imformation
Glad you enjoyed it Tony. Thank you
Extraordinary!
Thank you for watching
Nice one Ant,thanks lad
Thanks very much Simon
Hello Ant, wonderful series. Love your stuff. One request, can you tell me what that magnificent music is please. I had the old spinal shivers going. Again thank you for your wonderful work. Love from Oz
There were lots of signal boxes that straddled railway lines. The nearest one I know of to Whitby, after Prospect Hill, was at Hartlepool.
West Cliff closed in 1961 by which time nearly all services were in the hands of DMUs. Between 1961 and 1965 the reversal occurred at Prospect Hill Junction.
Absolutely brilliant video Ant. Got some awesome retro footage. Westcliff closed in 61 after that they just changed ends at Prospect Hill but i believe they could still run round using the passing loop. The picture of the DMU at Westcliff is rare as its after the Loftus line had closed and the signals had been removed. It looks like there maybe a set of buffer stops beyond the platform.
Looking at the old pictures of prospect hill box it seems the low recess was where the point rodding came down from the lever frame.
Amazing you seem to make videos about places i go or work Yorkshire,Norfolk and east midlands