Part of the route follows the boundaries of the Egton estate. The village is slightly off the walking route, but Wainwright describes it as 'once famous for its markets and fairs and now has an annual gooseberry show'. He goes on to say that the area appeals to many tourists including caravanners of whom he has a low opinion 'crowded caravan communities which never enhance a landscape .. are surely not the ideal means of escape'.
Well, I think you might be wrong there Mr Wainwright, we love escaping in ours.
Walking along the northern boundary of the estate, our team spotted this notice detailing toll charges
Interesting that a hearse is 6d and a horse and 2-wheeled buggy only 4d. I wonder how many people actually used a hearse for the necessary journey ... or did they 'make do'?
Next stop along the route is Grosmont, known for its railway station, Stephenson railway with steam locos and unusual signage.
Fergus should have been happy this afternoon as the road from Grosmont gives a first sight of the sea before 'plunging steeply down' to Littlebeck in a 'sheltered valley amid scenery of bewitching beauty'.
What a lovely way to finish today's report and to wish the chaps all the luck for their final few miles tomorrow. Watch out RHB they're coming!!
