Birding The Cleveland Way
Growing up on the northern edge of the North York Moors National Park, Richard has always wanted to walk the entire length of the Cleveland Way, to explore the landscape, birds and wildlife along this fabulous National Trail. His plan is to walk a different section every month over the course of 2024 and write a blog in the process. Joining him on these leisurely walks is artist Jo Ruth.
Birding The Cleveland Way – Sandsend to Staithes
On a bright and clear October morning, we drove north from Whitby with a spectacular sun rising out of the sea behind us.
Birding The Cleveland Way – Saltburn to Staithes
This was our first day on the coast! Our excitement was enhanced by a light easterly wind which in theory, was perfect for drifting continental songbirds across the North Sea.
Birding The Cleveland Way – Charltons to Saltburn
Charltons is a small village at the base of Birk Brow Road, by the A171. Surrounded by woods and hills with a location between the lower grounds of Guisborough and the start of the higher moors
Birding The Cleveland Way – Gribdale to Charltons
Starting where we finished the last leg of our walk, we arrived at the well-located car park in Gribdale just as the sun was warming the hillside of Great Ayton Moor.
Birding The Cleveland Way – Battersby Moor to Captain Cooks Monument
We arrived at Bankfoot just as the sun was warming the hillside, this was a great time to enjoy the amazing view and a small number of butterflies. Several Speckled Wood and a single Small...