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Calm Caravan Holiday with Dogs Pt 2 - Pickering and North Yorkshire Moors Railway
In the second part of my relaxed and chilled caravan holiday, we travel to the town of Pickering in North Yorkshire and a delightful Camping and Caravanning Club Certificated Site (CS). The CS is right next to Pickering Station and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR).
For the next couple of days we do little else than ride in vintage carriages in this delightful Heritage Railway to Grosmont and back, take long walks with the dogs, and prepare and cook simple and wholesome food. It's my idea of heaven :)
One night it gets very cold (we even have a frost) and I find the gas heating too noisy. I instead use an electric oil-filled radiator powered by the V2L connection of my Kia EV6. The V2L allows the car to be used as a 220 volt 13 amp power supply. I measure the battery before bed, and after I get up, and the overnight consumption of the 750 watt heater might surprise you.
For detailed information about towing a caravan with an EV including V2L, range, and costs, please see my EV towing Playlist at ua-cam.com/play/PL8A5_7NxNKJC31O3-jFwfB3taXpjQ4DeP.html&si=k3kxGQBUgUGu_ssB
00:00 - The journey to Pickering and setting up the caravan on site
02:23 - Day 2. Dogwalks and a trip to Grosmont on the NYMR
09:37 - Day 3. Showery weather, and a long dog walk
13:51 - Curry for lunch. Chickpea and spinach madras with cauliflower rice
15:29 - Last train to Grosmont - and back
20:28 - A chilly night and a frosty morning walk
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Calm Caravan Holiday with Dogs. And Trains :) Part 1 - Tamworth & Statfold
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For detailed information about towing a caravan with an EV including range and costs, please see my EV towing Playlist at ua-cam.com/play/PL8A5_7NxNKJC31O3-jFwfB3taXpjQ4DeP.html&si=k3kxGQBUgUGu_ssB APRIL 2024. In this video we start with my last day at work as an International Train Manager with Eurostar taking my lunch break in the busy and beautiful city of Paris. We then step things down a g...
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May 2024. After more than 6 months ownership and 1200 miles, here are my thoughts about the Mutt Motorcycles GT-SR 250, a one of the coolest 250cc motorbikes on the market today: 00:00 Intro 01:04 - Who is Mutt? Intro to the GT-SR250 02:12 - Modifications I've made 03:01 - What is good about the Mutt GT-SR250? 05:00 - How it sounds, and what it's like to ride 08:19 - What are the disadvantages ...
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Join me at the Motorhome and Caravan Show NEC 2023. And a dog walk :)
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Hymer Grand Canyon S Mercedes Sprinter Camper Van
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Caravan Salon Düsseldorf 2023 - HIGHLIGHTS and innovation
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Dover to Düsseldorf in an EV towing a caravan
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Can you use a Campervan as your only vehicle? Living with an Adria Active for 10 days
Mutt Sabbath 125 vs Mongrel 250 Which is best for returning bikers?
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Mutt Sabbath 125 vs Mongrel 250 Which is best for returning bikers?
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Why we are leaving the Hebrides, and a house tour
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London to Scotland IN A DAY - 325 miles in an EV towing a caravan to Moffat, and how I plan charging
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Contemporary Luxury 4 berth Caravan for couples - Adria Adora 623DP Tiber
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On Board and behind the scenes on the World's LARGEST Double Ended HYBRID Ferry
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Outer Hebrides to London in an EV towing a caravan May 23
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Jewels of Scotland: Magical Mull, Inspiring Iona
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CalMac Ferries of Scotland - Trip Report from MV Clansman
Carrying an Electric Bike with a camper van, motorhome, or caravan
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Carrying an Electric Bike with a camper van, motorhome, or caravan
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Versatile Caravan for families AND Couples! Adria Altea 622DP Dart Full LIVE-IN Review
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New to Caravans? START HERE! The basics.

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @PierNoDoyUna_1
    @PierNoDoyUna_1 9 годин тому

    I think that a couple who pay for this beautifull house ask to Adria for a DISHWASHER, "ADRIA IT'S 2024" ADD A DISHWASHER IN A MOTORHOME OF THIS PRICES

  • @johnwalker6710
    @johnwalker6710 9 годин тому

    Hi andrew that meal was quite a feast for one person you must have a good appetite have a good holiday

  • @Guitarooster52
    @Guitarooster52 10 годин тому

    Vespas are so much fun! Great way to tour a city.

  • @eltonmusicfan
    @eltonmusicfan 11 годин тому

    Good to see you back with a video and doing what you want when you want. I enjoyed this very much.

  • @fionamcphail2797
    @fionamcphail2797 20 годин тому

    Fab video ...I ventured down that way hoping for similar experience but guess my timing off as perhaps 4/6 weeks later and I could not comprehend how busy everything was....too much for a rural scottish girl ....beautiful but mobbed thanks for showing me on video what I was trying to see in person lol.

  • @nigelhutson6532
    @nigelhutson6532 День тому

    Lovely to see you out and about again Andrew! Another great video from a fabulous place - the NYMR is our favourite. A few years ago Kay bought me a footplate ride on a Class 9F on the Watercress Line. What an experience - she might be a “keeper”! 😂 Would our 8’ wide Laser fit through the entrance to that CS?

  • @markkemsley8872
    @markkemsley8872 2 дні тому

    Absolutely lovely. There is nothing finer than a lovely old loco. NYMR is a beautiful railway.

  • @katharinagraf7025
    @katharinagraf7025 2 дні тому

    think the same!

  • @bburke6650
    @bburke6650 2 дні тому

    Thanks for sharing your wonderful holiday. The doggies are so joyful, and I love the trains!

  • @michaellecaplain3377
    @michaellecaplain3377 2 дні тому

    My kind of site, my kind of trip. Another oasis of calm in my currently rather trying life. Thanks for the much-needed downtime!

  • @markkemsley8872
    @markkemsley8872 3 дні тому

    Lovely, really enjoyed that. Statford Park looks amazing.

  • @dsofe4879
    @dsofe4879 3 дні тому

    I remember having a pretty decent P&O crossing a few years ago, so I booked them for the return crossing on a recent trip to Scotland, after initially crossing with DFDS. It was a disaster. I was traveling by motorcycle, and while DFDS staff will secure your bike for you, P&O just had a guy hastily point us to a few rusty cargo straps hanging from the wall before hurrying off. The straps were in pieces, needed to be assembled correctly (with no instructions) and then hooked into fold-in loops in the floor, which were so severely rusted that we ended up having to hammer away at them for several minutes just to get them to unfold. P&O staff were nowhere to be seen during all this, I doubt anyone checked that the bikes were secured correctly before departure. When I finally arrived upstairs, the restaurant queue reached halfway through the ship. The ship seemed dirty and overcrowded. People were sleeping on benches, sitting on the floor, staff were few and seemed stressed and overworked. Food wasn't great either. I won't be going with P&O in the future.

  • @agibsonallan
    @agibsonallan 3 дні тому

    My Honda XL 200 and I have had it for over 20 years when I oil the chain I paint the exhaust with oil yes it smells on the first drive but it turns nice and black my Honda is very reliable and still looks and drives like new

  • @agibsonallan
    @agibsonallan 3 дні тому

    I have a honda XL 200 had it for over 20 years and at 67 I do my shopping and play about with it my camper is quite big so the bike is easier to get parked when I need to do things best regards

  • @martinkitchin6204
    @martinkitchin6204 3 дні тому

    What a talented guy you are. An absolute joy to watch. I guess you would still recommend your Elldis ? 🤔

  • @jamiehart7988
    @jamiehart7988 3 дні тому

    I’d like something very like this bike to take on or in a motorhome in the future. I can’t seem to find reviews of motorhomes that can carry a bigger bike.

  • @lyndab2068
    @lyndab2068 3 дні тому

    🤗🐶🐶🌻❤️

  • @Mads_1313
    @Mads_1313 3 дні тому

    Beautiful 😍💜

  • @royball3932
    @royball3932 4 дні тому

    Just lovely!

  • @alisonriley6837
    @alisonriley6837 4 дні тому

    Wow this is pure joy. The film and sounds were so lovely. My dog took his first ever ride on the South Devon Railway and I am in my Xplore 422 here in Devon. The van was purchased new from Kimberly Caravans after your recommendation x Thank you 🎉

  • @mikepreston6048
    @mikepreston6048 4 дні тому

    They say a picture is worth a thousand words, you spoke millions. Thank you x

  • @yaminthegrey
    @yaminthegrey 4 дні тому

    Hari Om You are spoiling us, Andrew!!! I watched twice and will watch again -just fabulous. And that smile at 4:58... it could power a hundred trains! YAM xx

  • @mrhoult-qy8su
    @mrhoult-qy8su 4 дні тому

    Would NEVER travel on p&o , no proper food outlet, 😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡no british workers,

  • @GaryEtchell
    @GaryEtchell 4 дні тому

    Loved the video, and great to see you looking so happy.

  • @monami5201
    @monami5201 4 дні тому

    What is the caravan you have?

    • @andrewjditton
      @andrewjditton 4 дні тому

      It's a Kimberley Caravans Xplore Activ. Plenty of vids on my channel about it :)

    • @monami5201
      @monami5201 4 дні тому

      Thank you, will have a look.

  • @sarahjones4124
    @sarahjones4124 4 дні тому

    Such a beautiful video,I found it quite emotional...Dougal and Ted look so happy...I hope you are too despite this crazy world...Thank you so much for sharing❤

  • @sekainiheiwa3650
    @sekainiheiwa3650 4 дні тому

    Load of piece of crap everything lowest quality junk shaite installed

  • @50654570
    @50654570 4 дні тому

    Hi Andrew, it's great to see you back. I have a little suggestion. Consider getting an electric blanket instead of using the oil heater. It's very warm and less dry. Certainly less consumption and safer. Dougle and Ted will find their ways under the quilts😅

  • @hywel3143
    @hywel3143 4 дні тому

    Great to see a new video series from you, Andrew. Beautifully filmed! We are looking forward to a trip on the Welsh Highland Railway this Summer, staying at Llanberis Touring Park...

  • @colinrimmer789
    @colinrimmer789 4 дні тому

    Good for my blood pressure 😊🐕❤️

  • @avidviewer1
    @avidviewer1 4 дні тому

    Lovely video. Thanks so much! 🤗

  • @WH05GTH
    @WH05GTH 4 дні тому

    What a lovely video, Love the NYMR ,looks like you had a lovely relaxing holiday Andrew ❤️

  • @maureenclayton8554
    @maureenclayton8554 4 дні тому

    I loved it all, thankyou Andrew. Maureen from New Zealand xxx

  • @raymondporter2094
    @raymondporter2094 4 дні тому

    Andrew Ditton makes exceedingly good videos. What an excellent return to the medium. I have camped at that spot - it was very rainy on that occasion but a good camp! Cauliflower rice...!

  • @colinjones9377
    @colinjones9377 4 дні тому

    Fab video thank you Andrew always enjoy your work

  • @charliegardner6804
    @charliegardner6804 4 дні тому

    Great video thanks for sharing 👍.

  • @tinagreenway8413
    @tinagreenway8413 4 дні тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @caravanusspioneer5561
    @caravanusspioneer5561 4 дні тому

    Tratto dal film : Ritorno al futuro

  • @jacquelinegreen9157
    @jacquelinegreen9157 4 дні тому

    Super video, it’s just popped up on my feed. Delighted to see you and the gorgeous doggies back. Loved the video. Totally relaxing to watch. Thank you.

  • @jacquelinegreen9157
    @jacquelinegreen9157 4 дні тому

    What a delightful video. Thank you Andrew. It was a joy to watch and I didn’t want it to end! So peaceful and relaxing seeing the gorgeous doggies, our beautiful countryside, the wholesomeness of your food and the gracefulness of steam engines. Do so hope you make more like this 🤞😊🐶

  • @richardstow8797
    @richardstow8797 5 днів тому

    What a Dick - absolute bollocks - who in their right mind would pull a caravan with an 85 mile range Get real!

  • @lynnoorman2144
    @lynnoorman2144 5 днів тому

    Awwe the boys chillin out in the sunshine and then playing so well together! And then all curled up and sleepy! Lovely old train carriages - I remember those being in use in my childhood in Cornwall ( I'm in my mid 60s!). I agree good food, interpreting walkies with doggies and indulging in your hobby make for perfect days. You so deserve a relax, Andrew! Tc.

  • @Jacquiandteddy
    @Jacquiandteddy 5 днів тому

    I loved that! Steam trains, Dougal & Ted, caravan life, and of course yourself - the perfect combination for a great video! 😊

  • @dolorescraig8322
    @dolorescraig8322 5 днів тому

    Lovely video. Hope you enjoyed it aß much as I did watching it. Might just have to steal those two cutey pies that were with you!!

  • @royale4318
    @royale4318 5 днів тому

    Thank you, Andrew, for letting us share your holiday with The Boys - they're looking grand, and are obviously good for each other! Looks like a lovely, relaxing time; and it must be nice to know a caravan holiday can now be just that - a holiday, not work. These videos represent a return to something I didn't realise had been perhaps missing for a time - a return to carefree, easy-going content creation for its own sake, without agenda or purpose other than the simple sharing of joy. This new approach is doing you good, and I always look forward to whatever you choose to share with us next! Best wishes to you and your family.

  • @penny4urthorts
    @penny4urthorts 5 днів тому

    Perfect. 🤩

  • @danmiddlehurst6462
    @danmiddlehurst6462 5 днів тому

    Like a busmans holiday for us who work on the railway.... Love it when we go to Swanage, the sound of a steam loco. Happy memories. Happy and contented in a van with the dogs.. Lovely stuff

  • @garyrichardson865
    @garyrichardson865 5 днів тому

    Lovely video as always. Hoping you'll come a little further north next time for a get-together with Musky and friends. 🚗🚌😃x

  • @janl7552
    @janl7552 5 днів тому

    What wonderful relaxing videos (parts 1 & 2) Andrew. It reminds me very much of the wonderful ‘Slow TV’ style of video that I so love; no narrative needed… just the sounds and views. So lovely to see you & your doggies relaxed. Take care all. xx

  • @colinrimmer789
    @colinrimmer789 5 днів тому

    Teds a big boy now 😁❤️🐕