Yorkshire, final day

I honestly cannot believe that it is the final full day of our holiday today! The time has flown by like a pigeon that has got wind of Dick Dastardly in the vicinity.

As we wanted to get back to the cottage at a reasonable hour and I had to cook, we decided to have a look around the historic market town of Guisborough, the ancient capital of Cleveland.

We took the now familiar route across the moors to Castleton and then took the A171 straight into Guisborough. I had no idea what to expect at all and I do have to say, Guisborough is a very pleasant little town. It seems to consist of a long main street, choc-full of shops and the residential area behind it all.

We parked in a car park right at the start of the town and set off towards the town centre.

On the way, Anna did a little present shopping, unsuccessfully, I might add.

We then spied a Caffè Nero which we decided to enter and partake of their caffeinated goodness. It's amazing, you can go miles from home and still the coffee tastes exactly the same as in Nottingham. (still not a patch on the Speciality Coffee shop.. I don't think anything comes close to that)

After having a coffee, we had a look around Guisborough Priory. An ancient Augustinian priory now, sadly, in ruins. The main arch was still standing and when you look at the craftsmanship that had gone into building something of that size, that long ago; all you could do was look with awe and marvel at it all!

We spent almost an hour here before returning to the and car and driving to Guisborough forest, a Forestry Commission owned area that was perfectly set up for families to enjoy!

We had a good walk around, taking in the views before settling down on a park bench whilst Reuben ran himself silly on the play area.

With Reuben suitably tire out we got back to the car and journeyed back to the cottage.

I made Lancashire hotpot.. Shhh don't tell the Yorkies!!