Tate Hill Beach from Whitby West Pier

The same lamp-post as yesterday rescued from its not very splendid isolation. The masts of the Grand Turk are clearly visible in the inner harbour. Follow the link for more on this replica ship.

West pier lighthouse

Functional, but the octagonal cabin, domed roof and weathervane give it charm.

Tribute to Whitby seafarers 2

The other half of the very wide gate shown yesterday. For a good picture of the complete gate, showing the West Cliff promenades, the Pavilion Theatre and the Metropole building, go here. If you are interested in the funding and manufacture, this is the place. Go here to discover more about Godbold Blacksmiths Ltd of Egton.

Tribute to Whitby seafarers

One half of the wide gate which closes off the pier extensions to the public during high seas. Next instalment tomorrow.

From the west pier

Another inescapable classic view.

Whitby beach shop

This will look much prettier once the season arrives and there are buckets, spades, beachballs and other plastic delights hanging on the net. Many families prefer this section of sand because it is only a few minutes from the town centre.

Whatever the weather …

Whatever the weather, unless the sea is dangerously high, there are promenaders on the pier.