Looking Across the North York Moors
Captain Cook's Monument stands on Easby Moor, overlooking the surrounding countryside and commemorating Captain James Cook, who spent part of his early life in nearby Great Ayton. Built in the nineteenth century, the stone monument has become a familiar feature of the skyline and can be seen from miles across the surrounding countryside.
Reaching the top is rewarded with wide-ranging views across the North York Moors, with rolling hills, woodland and farmland creating a patchwork of colours. Roseberry Topping can be seen from here, rising above the surrounding landscape and providing a familiar landmark in the distance. I always enjoy views like this after a climb.
