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Captain Cook’s Monument was erected in 1827 by Robert Campion (a Whitby banker), it is an obelisk 60 ft (18 m) high in memory of the great British explorer and bears a plaque inscribed: ”In memory of the celebrated circumnavigator Captain James Cook F.R.S. A man of nautical knowledge inferior to none, in zeal prudence and energy, superior to most. Regardless of danger he opened an intercourse with the Friendly Isles and other parts of the Southern Hemisphere. He was born at Marton October 27th 1728 and massacred at Owythee February 14th 1779 to the inexpressible grief of his countrymen. While the art of navigation shall be cultivated among men, whilst the spirit of enterprise, commerce and philanthropy shall animate the sons of Britain, while it shall be deemed the honour of a Christian Nation to spread civilisation and the blessings of the Christian faith among pagan and savage tribes, so long will the name of Captain Cook stand out amongst the most celebrated and most admired benefactors of the human race.” A great monument to a great man.
Image courtesy of John G. Hannah.
Goathland memorial is one of many in the area built by Arrowsmith’s of Loftus. This early image (judging by the model of motorcycle & sidecar) shows the memorial which has also featured in ‘Heartbeat’ -the TV series as the memorial for ‘Aidensfield’.
Image courtesy of Loftus Town Crier.
The memorial stands in open moorland on Ainthorpe Lane, Castleton; serving as the memorial for both Castleton & Danby. This image possibly dates from the dedication of the memorial in October 1921, by Viscount Downe and Baron Dawnay. Cheryl Himsworth advises: “My great grandfather unveiled this memorial. He was given the honour as he had lost the most sons from the area in the Great War.”
Image courtesy of Loftus Town Crier and thanks to Cheryl Himsworth for the update.
This postcard view of Beckhole – which grew up round an old fording point of the Murk Esk – in Victorian times was much visited having extensive orchards with visitors enjoying the many walks and waterfalls; as well as taking tea beneath the apple trees.
Image courtesy of John G Hannah.
A hand tinted postcard view of Danby Castle by Tom Watson of Lythe; although when viewed from the road more resembles a fortified farmhouse! It dates from the early 14th century and was built by Baron le Latimer. It was visited by King Edward II in 1323, Danby Castle; it was and still is a popular postcard theme.
Image courtesy of John G Hannah.
An early 20th century postcard view of Egton Bridge and the river Esk; how quiet it all seems.
Image courtesy of John G. Hannah.
This postcard view was un-posted and we have no knowledge of the publisher; however from the handwritten inscription it is believed to be from the early 20th century.
Image courtesy of John G. Hannah
A delightful view of Lealholm, from a Tom Watson postcard, dating from 1905. A wonderful peaceful scene.
Image courtesy of John G. Hannah.
An early postcard view; obviously hand tinted! Dating from about 1905 of the Post Office at Glaisdale. In modern day Glaisdale, the house with the mock Tudor ridge ends still looks over the green at the side of Glaisdale High Street. But I would not recommend pushing the pram along the road in the same way.
Image courtesy of John G. Hannah
The title of this postcard view of the bridge in Great Ayton is apt, the bridge in the image is remarkably similar to the present day bridge, being rebuilt in 1909. The only difference being in the base of the central supporting pillar. Today you are unlikely to see people in smock tops beside the stream!
Image courtesy of John G. Hannah.
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