A view from the west along Whitby sands, with bathing huts drawn up at the top of the beach. Taken after 1913, with the pier extension in view and the Spa complex on the right of the image.
Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive.
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 An unusual view of the piers and harbour entrance to Whitby. Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive.  A wonderful view of the columns within the Abbey at Whitby. Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive.  We are now reliably informed by Russ Pigott: ”This is actually a picture of the demolition of Staithes viaduct in 1960. There weren’t too many diesel cranes about in the 1870s!” WHOOPS we got it wrong. Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive and many thanks to Russ Pigott for clarification of the image.  A view of Redcar seafront, between Redcar pier and Coatham pier; possibly before the promenade was built in the 1880’s. Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive.  A heavy tide must have been expected! All the boats up out of the water, well out of harms way. Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive.  An early view looking towards Port Mulgrave and Runswick Bay from the entrance to Staithes harbour; the fishermen would need to be wary of these large rocks hidden at high the tide. Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive.  An early view of the steep road leading to the quayside on Cowbar side of Staithes harbour; even today acess is limited. Parking being provided out on the top for all but essential vehicle access. Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive.  A view of both Whitby piers before the extensions were added in 1912. Another interesting fact is that the assembled beach bathing machines assembled on the Battery Parade have not been obscured from view by today’s other buildings. Probably a bit fresh when the wid was off the sea! Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive.  A view of Tate Hill Pier with the Abbey and St Mary’s church behind. The pier formed the ancient east pier and was the entrance to the original harbour. From 1822 till 1863 the Whitby lifeboat was housed on the southwest side in a building which hung from the side of the pier. Image courtesy of a supporter of the Archive; additional information courtesy of Whitby Literary and Philosophical Society and others. |
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