Explore Coast and Country from Grewgrass Lodge.
Grewgrass Lodge is situated in quiet, secluded woodlands on the outskirts of the Tees Valley coastal town of Marske by the Sea. Relax and recharge your batteries in this peaceful woodland setting before taking the time to explore some of the many local attractions.
The Tees Valley is situated between North Yorkshire and County Durham. It lies at the heart of Captain Cook Country with superb access to the North Yorkshire Moors and the Yorkshire Dales. It offers a rich maritime and industrial heritage alongside the unspoilt splendour of the coastline and countryside.
Within easy access you will find:
- The Victorian coastal town of Saltburn by the Sea
- Redcar, location of Hollywood blockbuster Atonement
- The fishing town of Whitby, steeped in history and inspiriation for Bram Stoker's classic gothic novel, Dracula.
- The North Yorkshire Moors
- Kirkleatham Museum and Owl Sanctuary
- The market town of Guisborough and its ancient Priory
- The small coastal village of Marske by the Sea and Winkies Castle.
- Great Ayton, birthplace of Captain Cook
- The iconic Transporter Bridge(featured in the 2000 film, Billy Elliot)
Marske
A small seaside fishing village situated on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors. Marske has two imposing houses. Marske Hall, now a Cheshire Home, was built around 1625 and was formerly the home of the the Zetland family. Cliff House, which stands on the cliff tops overlooking the beach, was built in the 19th century as a holiday residence for the Pease family, principal shareholders in the Stockton to Darlington Railway. The village has a museum, Winkies Castle, which is not a castle but an old cruck house formerly owned by the late cobbler, Jack Anderson. It contains over 6,000 artefacts.
Redcar
At the popular seaside resort of Redcar, where fishing cobles land on the beach to sell their daily catch, you can experience the thrilling finishes at Redcar Racecourse, award winning beaches (location for the hollywood blockbuster Atonement), or pick up bargains along the pedestrianised High Street. Redcar is also home to the oldest lifeboat in the world 'The Zetland' a once illustrious service to the seafarers saving over 500 lives.
Saltburn
The Spa town of Saltburn is well known for its Victorian Buildings, railway station, water powered cliff lift and impressive pier that extends 200 metres from the shoreline. Visit the award-winning Saltburn Smugglers' Heritage Centre set in the original authentic fishermen's cottages and re-live the excitement and danger of Saltburn's illicit and often bloodthirsty smuggling trade with the sights and sounds of the past.
Guisborough
The ancient market town of Guisborough holds many hidden gems to delight every visitor. Gisborough Priory sits within the town and offers an outstanding example of gothic architecture. Experience the traditional markets which have been held along the cobbled street for over 600 years. Guisborough's vast woodland provides inspiring views over Roseberry Topping making this a popular destination for walkers and cyclists.
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough is an exciting town with stylish restaurants and bars, vibrant nightlife and superb shopping. At one time it was the fastest growing town in England and even supplied the steel for the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge. Running through Middlesbrough from its source high up on the Pennines is the River Tees, one of the great rivers of England. The most famous bridge over the Tees is Middlesbrough's Transporter Bridge; this masterpiece of engineering is the only operating bridge of its type in the world. Middlesbrough is also the retail capital of Tees Valley with more shopping floor space than Gateshead's Metro Centre. Try out some of the numerous leisure facilities available locally or simply take time to visit Mima - Middlesbrough's Institute of Modern Art, a major new modern and contemporary art gallery, hosting a regular programme of international exhibitions, presenting the best in art and craft from 1900 to today.
