Howdy!
Today we visited the English coastal city of Whitby after a rushed hot breakfast. Most of us woke up way too early and the breakfast didn’t open till 8 when we were supposed to arrive at 7:30. To get to Whitby, we road a steam train through the North York Moors. Because, we showed up so early many of us found time to nap while travelling on the train to Whitby.
A group of us went to get authentic fish and chips, while some went to the beach immediately. The water was extremely cold so the beach group went to get food, too (hot dogs, we were feeling patriotic). Then most of us met up at the stairs to the beautiful abbey ruins. There are 199 steps to the top (we counted) and the view at the top of the hill of the city and the beach was phenomenal.
After the hike up to the abbey, we headed down to the Whitby beach. There, we all went for a walk and dipped our feet in the very cold North Sea. A few people, however, decided to jump fully into the sea despite the freezing weather. Afterword, today’s writers (Jack and Hiya) danced two-step on the beach along with a few others to continue practicing what we had learned yesterday!
Us Dancing on the Beach (Click this link)
After walking back with sandy feet and soaked pants, we got on the bus back and were able to see bright purple heather flowers on the rolling North York Moors. After a quick dinner at the dining halls, we went out to hit the town and do some karaoke. After a few songs– including some Backstreet Boys, Taylor Swift, and Frozen– we decided to call it a night and head back to the dorms. Every night ends with some cards and conversation, and that was a wrap on day 3 of York.
-Jack and Hiya