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YOUR CASE
News has just come in of a heinous crime on the banks of the River Esk in Whitby. The body of kipper curer Kip Kildare was found hidden at the back of his smokehouse. The motive is clear - his entire stock of smoked kippers has vanished leaving the townsfolk both shocked and kipperless. Can you solve the clues to find the culprit and the weapon used to carry out this deadly crime and return the stolen kippers to the town?
Whitby Eastside & Abbey
Situated at the mouth of the River Esk, Whitby spreads steeply up both sides of the river valley as it meets the sea. It is famed for its links with Bram Stoker's Dracula and as the place where Captain Cook trained as a seaman. This Trail explores the older East side of the town which is dominated by St Mary's Church and the dramatic ruins of Whitby Abbey, accessed via 199 steps. At the foot of the cliff, along the narrow cobbled streets, you will find cottages dating back to the 1600's as well as a bustling market square and a wide variety of small shops selling local wares such as kippers and jet.
TRAIL AT A GLANCE
Theme: Murder Mystery Length: 1.5 miles walking Duration: 2 hours Terrain: Paved paths, country footpaths, steep cobbled sections and lots of steps.
Wheelchair friendly: No Pushchair friendly: No Dog friendly: Yes
ADDITIONAL TRAIL INFORMATION
Route: Starting at the Visitor Centre, this Trail leads you past the harbour and across to the east side of town where you will explore the narrow cobbled streets as well as making you way up to Whitby Abbey (avoiding the 199 steps!) for some spectacular views.
Facilities: There are public conveniences as well as plenty of places to eat and drink near both the start and finishing points of the Trail. Alternatively, there are picnic opportunities on benches around the harbour area and up by the abbey.
Extend your trip: The Trail takes you past the ruins of Whitby Abbey which is well worth a visit. (Admission charges and opening hours apply - English Heritage). You will also walk past the Captain Cook Memorial Museum and the Whitby Jet Heritage Centre so do allow extra time and make a day of it! For an extended walk, why not take a wander along the coastal path from the Abbey towards Robin Hood's Bay. From here you can get some great views of the coastline below and at low tide you may get a glimpse of an old shipwreck!
Parking: There are several Long Stay car parks at the marina along Langbourne Road which runs between the Visitor Centre and the train station.
Local Stockists: Tourist Information in the Whitby Moors and Coast Centre, Langborne Road.
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