Sunday 30 June 2024

Runswick bay and Staithes

Last day in North Yorkshire, with a walk from Runswick bay to Staithes and then back again.

The original fishing village at Runswick bay was almost completely destroyed by a landslide in 1682. Remarkably, there were no fatalities, as the village was alerted by two mourners at a wake. The village was rebuilt, slightly further to the south, perched on the side of cliffs.

Staithes has numerous narrow streets and passageways; one of these, Dog Loup, with a width of just 18 inches (46 cm), is claimed to be the narrowest alley in the world.





































Saturday 29 June 2024

Scarborough

A walk to and along north and south bays of Scarborough. It was very busy for the celebrations of Armed Forces day and included some air displays.