Scarborough: The UK’s Oldest Seaside Resort

Britain’s First Seaside Resort – A Journey Through Time Scarborough, perched on the dramatic Yorkshire coastline, isn’t just a pretty seaside town; it’s a living piece of history. Often dubbed the UK’s oldest seaside resort, Scarborough’s story began in 1626, when natural mineral springs were…

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Oh I do Like to Be Beside the Seaside

‘Oh I do Like to be Beside the Seaside’ was made famous by the music hall performer Mark Sheridan who first recorded the song in 1909. The release of “I Do Like to Be Beside the Seaside” in 1909 helped popularise seaside-themed songs and contributed…

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Whitby Jet – The Victorian Jet Worker

Beautiful Jet has been produced in Whitby for generations During the 1860’s and 1870’s there was full employment in Whitby. A bustling coastal town; if a person was not already employed in the fishing industry, they could just as easily turn their hand to some…

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For The Love of The Sea – Cook Book

A cook book to celebrate the British seafood community and their food Published by Meze Publishing 12th April 2021 Following the success of For The Love of the Land in summer 2020, which celebrated farmers and their food through a collection of recipes and stories…

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A guide to Welsh Beaches by Alistair Hare

Beaches of Wales – The complete guide to every beach and cove around the Welsh coastline Surrounded on three sides by water, Wales has hundreds of beaches. The Beaches of Wales by Alistair Hare is the first complete guide to every beach and cove around…

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Blackpool in the 60’s

A look a Blackpool in the 60’s If you are looking for a little nostalgia have a look at these fabulous vintage videos of Blackpool in the 1960’s. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Blackpool during the 1960s. These…

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Messages from the Sea

New Book “Messages from the Sea” collects vintage messages found washed up in bottles around the world Messages from the Sea: Letters and Notes from a Lost Era Found in Bottles and on Beaches Around the World. “The lost and found language of Messages from…

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Talacre Lighthouse- The Oldest Lighthouse in Wales

Talacre Lighthouse Standing proudly on the sands of Talacre Beach in Flintshire, Wales, Talacre Lighthouse – is a timeless icon. This historic beacon is the oldest lighthouse in Wales. Its age and location make it a must-see for travellers seeking a blend of history, culture,…

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