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Staithes North Yorkshire Coast |
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Staithes is a peaceful fishing village about 11 miles north of Whitby,
it was once a busy sea port with large fishing fleets and tales of
pirates and smugglers. Mineral production was also a big industry which
continues today. In 1744 as a teenager Captain James Cook moved to
Staithes to work for a local shopkeeper but it was not long before his
interests turned towards the sea. |
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To see a map of the area click here |
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Staithes beck leading to the harbour |
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Fishing boats near Staithes beck |
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Approaching Staithes harbour |
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View of the harbour and Staithes village below Penny Nab |
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Bias Scar viewed from Staithes sea defences |
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The lifeboat is called out..... |
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.....and speedily gets underway |
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Houses in the old town of Staithes |
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Captain Cook's cottage |
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Penny Nab |
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The harbour overlooked by Cowbar Nab |
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The footbridge and Cowbar bank |
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Walking up Cowbar bank.....someone else is looking for a better view |
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View of Staithes from Cowbar |
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All Images © Carol Carlin 2003-2008 |
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