Topic summary
Esk Valley line

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.