York to Whitby
Weather still holding despite some rain forecast. Was a fabulous day. I knew I had to get going early to maximise time in York before leaving in the bus for Whitby. After a huge breakfast, it was good to have a long walk. I went up on the ramparts surrounding this very attractive medieval city centre. It was fantastic - quiet apart from the birds, lush,and giving a marvelous insight into the properties around the city walls. This property in front of the Cathedral must be a hotel , I guess, but I loved the gardens and marvelled at how green everything is. The British do a great job with gardens and I imagine Mother Nature with her rain helps things look so healthy and lush. My destination was Jorvik Museum, but I really enjoyed the streets I passed on the way. The name shields above shops and bars are fabulous. This was somewhat macabre for the pub, The Fleece! The Jorvik museum has recently been refurbished and provides entertainment and education for all ages. The best part is ...