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Whitby Steam Bus

The Band Stand Pier Road, Whitby YO21 3PU, England
01947 606 971
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Ranked #1 of 12 activities in Whitby
Type: Tours
Traveller Description: Since the early 2000s Whitby has had a steam bus that travels the public roads around the harbour. This 'lady' is named Elizabeth and you may also... more »
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Northallerton, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

20 minutes of a different experience. Lovely to see Whitby from a different viewpoint....high up and chugging along

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bridlington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

We just happened to be passing 'Elizabeth' as they were stoking her up ready for the next trip, and jumped on on a whim, what an interesting experience and story behind her. The couple are lovely, and passionate about what they do, and we loved the little staffy rescue dog who shares their journeys! It was a fantastic way to... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

My wife and I had a trip on the steam bus today. An informative commentary, throughout the trip, enhanced the whole experience. A decent slice of history, with the bus being actually a lot quicker than we imagined. Well worth the modest fare.

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UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Had wonderful journey on old bess (think that's wots called). Definately recommend it . Go chance to see Whitby chugging along on a steam bus

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Edinburgh
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

There is no denying the hard work and passion the owners have put into restoring the only steam-powered bus in the UK, and the value that has to British heritage shouldn't be underestimated. However, we sat on it for half an hour only to finally have a 10 minute speed-tour of a tiny patch of Whitby. £4 each isn't terribly... More

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ElizabethSteam-Bus, Owner at Whitby Steam Bus, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Unfortunately you were truly on the wrong Bus. You should have been on the Town Tour which bills itself as just that, whereas we are a heritage experience and we make that very clear. We are disappointed with your comment about a 10 minute journey, as that is not possible and certainly not with our vehicle. We expect though that... More

Oxford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

A billiant tour of Whitby in a unique bus, well worth the fare if nothing for a well deserved sit down and rest whiile enjoying the commentary and enjoyable views.

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York, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Very friendly family run business, a nice trip out. We travelled on Elizabeth who has a great history and it was nice to know that this is the only steam bus running in the world!!

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Blackburn, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

Great fun to be had on the steam bus, very interesting talk about the history of how the steam bus came into being. Short ride round Whitby watching the steam shoot out the top, and sometimes even some flames. Kids will love this.

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

Great value, well worth 20 min of your day. The story told of Elizabeth was lovely. Great for the younge and old alike. Extremly friendly staff/owner

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2013

We've taken a ride on Elizabeth the Steam Bus twice now and will no doubt go on it again during our next stay in Whitby. Why? Well, we do have a 5 year old so the appeal is obvious for him but quite honestly I think I'd go on without him! The passion and dedication that the owners of Elizabeth... More

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