Normanby

Settlement in Yorkshire Scarborough

England

Normanby

Thorpe Lane, Robin Hood's Bay The bus route through the village. — Thorpe Lane, Robin Hood's Bay Credit: Gerald England

Normanby is a small village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 7 miles northeast of Middlesbrough, the village is part of the Redcar and Cleveland borough. Normanby is surrounded by picturesque countryside and has a population of around 5,000 residents.

The village has a rich history dating back many centuries. It is believed to have been founded during the Viking era, and its name originates from the Old Norse language, meaning "the farmstead of the Norsemen." Throughout the centuries, Normanby has evolved from a rural farming community into a thriving residential area.

Despite its small size, Normanby offers a range of amenities and services to its residents. The village boasts a primary school, several local shops, a post office, and a library. There are also a few pubs and restaurants, providing a social hub for locals and visitors alike.

Normanby is well-connected to other parts of Yorkshire through a network of roads and public transportation. The village is served by regular bus services, making it easily accessible for commuters and travelers. Additionally, the nearby Marton railway station provides further transport links to larger towns and cities.

The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking and cycling. Normanby is also within close proximity to the North York Moors National Park, a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

Overall, Normanby is a quaint village with a strong sense of community, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting for its residents.

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Normanby Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.440764/-0.56366761 or Grid Reference NZ9305. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Thorpe Lane, Robin Hood's Bay

The bus route through the village.

Gerald England

Bus stop on Thorpe Road

Robin Hood's Bay is served by the Arriva X93/94 route from Scarborough to Middlesbrough via Whitby and Guisborough. Buses are roughly every half hourly during summer weekdays. On this occasion the bus was running some ten minutes late. Most of the delay seemed to be due to the fact that many of the passengers were not regular ones with a pass or prebrought day ticket but visitors who needed to buy their ticket when boarding the bus. With the driver often having to explain what types of ticket were available it took several minutes to board an already full bus.

Gerald England

Green Gate, Low Hawsker

The entrance to Mill Farm has not changed much in 15 years - see NZ9207 : Mill Farm, Hawsker - although the hedge by the house has been trimmed. The mill itself dates from the 1860s but ceased operations about a century ago.

Stephen McKay

Hall Farm Road, Low Hawsker

Modern chalet bungalows line the north side of the road through Low Hawsker. They are seen here on a particularly dreary December day.

Stephen McKay

Northern end of the Yorkshire Moors

South of Normanton

Eirian Evans

Near Robin Hood's Bay

Looking towards Ravenscar.

T Eyre

Green Veined White

By the old railway line.

T Eyre

The Cinder Track at High Hawsker

The old railway bridge carries a footpath which leads from High Hawsker to Gnipe Howe. The Cinder Track, also known as the "Scarborough to Whitby Rail Trail" and "Scarborough to Whitby Cinder Track", is a 21 mile multi-use path following the track of the old Scarborough and Whitby Railway. The railway operated from 1885 to 1965 when it was closed as part of the Beeching Axe. Wikipedia Link

Jeff Buck

Jo's Tuck Shop on the Cinder Track at High Hawsker

Jo's advice is to eat cake and enjoy life. Also skinny people are easy to kidnap; stay safe and eat cake.

Jeff Buck

The Cinder Track near Hawsker Bottoms

The Cinder Track, also known as the "Scarborough to Whitby Rail Trail" and "Scarborough to Whitby Cinder Track", is a 21 mile multi-use path following the track of the old Scarborough and Whitby Railway. The railway operated from 1885 to 1965 when it was closed as part of the Beeching Axe. Wikipedia Link

Jeff Buck

Towards Hawsker Bottoms on the Cinder Track

Heading northwest towards Hawsker Bottoms on the Cinder Track. The Cinder Track, also known as the "Scarborough to Whitby Rail Trail" and "Scarborough to Whitby Cinder Track", is a 21 mile multi-use path following the track of the old Scarborough and Whitby Railway. The railway operated from 1885 to 1965 when it was closed as part of the Beeching Axe. Wikipedia Link

Jeff Buck

Robin Hood's Bay Railway Station

Robin Hood's Bay railway station was a railway station on the Scarborough & Whitby Railway. It opened in 1885 closed in 1965 and is now used as holiday accommodation. Wikipedia Link

Jeff Buck

The Cinder Track at Robin Hood's Bay

Heading west along the Cinder Track next to the now closed Robin Hood's Bay railway station.

Jeff Buck

Robin Hoods Bay, Nook House

According to the OS benchmark database there is a cutmark on the north-east face of the property. Any view was obscured by troughs and planters.

Mel Towler

Robin Hoods Bay, Barrie Barn

According to the OS benchmark database this property has a benchmark cut into the south-west face. High hedges prevented any view.

Mel Towler

Robin Hoods Bay, Cross Keld

According to the OS benchmark database there is a cutmark in the boundary wall of this property. The wall to the right of the garden gate was checked and nothing found.

Mel Towler