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Esk Valley line

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The Esk Valley Line is a railway line located in the north of England, covering a total distance of approximately 35 miles (56 km), running from Middlesbrough to Whitby. The line follows the course of

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1 h–2 h
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

The Esk Valley Line is a railway line located in the north of England, covering a total distance of approximately 35 miles (56 km), running from Middlesbrough to Whitby. The line follows the course of the River Esk for much of its eastern half. The Esk Valley Line was designated as a community rail line in July 2005, being one of seven intended pilots for the Department for Transport's Community Rail Development Strategy. Northern Trains' services call at all stations along the line, with the North Yorkshire Moors Railway operating heritage services along part of the line between Grosmont and Whitby.

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The Esk Valley Line is a railway line located in the north of England, covering a total distance of approximately 35 miles (56 km), running from Middlesbrough to Whitby. The line follows the course of the River Esk for much of its eastern half. The Esk Valley Line was designated as a community rail line in July 2005, being one of seven intended pilots for the Department for Transport's Community Rail Development Strategy. Northern Trains' services call at all stations along the line, with the North Yorkshire Moors Railway operating heritage services along part of the line between Grosmont and Whitby.

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Background

History

The Esk Valley Line was once part of a significantly larger network, most of which was closed during the era of the Beeching cuts. Today's route is formed from four separate former railway lines:

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Coordinates
54.5790, -1.2350
Parish
Middlesbrough, unparished area
Postcode
TS1 1EG
Parliamentary constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East
Opening
From 1835

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Esk Valley line?
Esk Valley line is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TS1 1EG), in the parish of Middlesbrough, unparished area.
Who owns Esk Valley line?
Esk Valley line is owned by National Rail.
How do I get to Esk Valley line?
Drivers can navigate to postcode TS1 1EG. It sits within the Middlesbrough and Thornaby East parliamentary constituency.