Jakesprinter’s theme for this week is Village. How nearly impossible to choose just one.
The villages closest to my heart are the storm tossed fishing villages of the north east coast of England. Battling the elements, they shiver beneath crumbling cliffs and cling fast to steep-sided gullies. Erosion is a daily concern. Yet visit these same villages on a calm summer’s day, and all is serenity. Not a hint of turmoil, or the toll that the sea has taken.
I love them with a passion, for their sheer beauty, and for the tenacity that holds them there. I never feel quite so free as when walking the clifftops, nor so peaceful as when rambling through their maze of streets and the miracle of their survival.
Looking down on Robin Hood’s Bay
Climbing the hill out of the village
And a little up the coast, Runswick Bay.
And Staithes.
And even sad Skinningrove, watched over by it’s wooden fishermen.
Can you see what draws me to them?
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You make it sound like a hidden paradise with an occasional cloud. From your photos it does look very beautiful and peaceful village.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
That’s not a bad description Francine, but I was a bit lucky with the clouds. I was down that way yesterday and it was grey with lots of breakers. Still lovely!
Amazing pics – thanks for sharing!
Very welcome! It’s a fabulous area for photos. Thank you!
Just gorgeous.
Credit where it’s due, Viv. It’s a lovely part of the world.
How charming and idyllic.
I have to admit it is! I could have gone on posting photos for hours, but reigned myself in!
Great entry for this week theme my friend , thanks for sharing those beautiful photographs
Thank YOU Jake for being there.
these villages are inspirational jo, as you described, the clinging to the cliff, huddling together for shelter from the elements, yet the narrow winding streets so pleasing and peaceful, your photos are lovely and remind me of some similar villages i have visited such as Clovelly
Stunning. Have not visited all these villages….but one day!
Thanks Chica! Us virtual travellers know exactly what you mean!
Beautiful Jo. We had a couple of days in the area – I’d love to go back for a week
Thanks Suze! I was in Whitby on Monday, with heavy, grey skies, but I’ll save those photos for later. Too many places, huh? I hear you’re meeting up with Kat soon?
Next month we’ll both be in Rimini for Blogville. Really looking forward to it
I love your description at the beginning of your post about the ” storm tossed fishing villages of the north east coast of England. Battling the elements, they shiver beneath crumbling cliffs and cling fast to steep-sided gullies” It said it all!
Fabulous photos Jo, that part of England is so quaint and unique – thanks for sharing.
It is truly beautiful, Barb, even on a cool, cloudy day, and I don’t say that about many places.
I love the photographs…makes me feel homesick!
Ah Piglet, but you wouldn’t like the cold, or our English “summer”.
Charming–all of them!
Thanks Robin!
Hi Jo, you do a great job, not only with the photos, but with your words. Very compelling!
Thanks Naomi. I wrote a piece about Runswick Bay and it’s history and geology quite a while ago. It is fascinating to me.
Yes. I can see why you’re so passionate about them. Fantastic.
Thanks Gem!
Hi Jo, lovely photos, I especially like the ‘window’ shot in Robin Hood’s Bay. Makes me want to go!! Cath
Thanks Cath. I was at Whitby, nearby, on Monday and there were lobster creels everywhere!
Aww I love Whitby, many happy memories!
Reading this post and viewing your lovely pictures gave me a great feeling of serenity….this is the type of village and landscape that I love.
Elisa
Hard not to love them, Elisa. Thanks for reading.
Lovely pictures Jo!
Thanks Andrew!
Wow! Great pics. Those villages look so inviting, exploring the cobblestone streets and coves sounds like something I could spend alot of time doing.
You’d love it Sam! Especially if the sun shone.
Port towns are always so lovely!!!
We’re lucky to have lots Zoe. I live in one, in fact, though it’s not so busy as it once was.
I really do hope that the opportunity to visit that area would eventually come my way
Me too Rosa. You’d love it!
Beautifully written and great photos. It is so near yet it’s a place that I have never visited. Must make the effort.
Never been to Robin Hood’s Bay? Sacrilege David. Busy over the Summer though. Thanks, hon.
Your words and images make me want to got her now! Beautiful post, thank you Jo.
Come with me Madhu- we’ll have fun!
They are so beautiful photographs dear Johanna, I loved them, especially the colours of the houses and the green and sea view… amazing. Thank you, love, nia
Thanks Nia! It really is a beautiful coastline, and the villages are like stepping back in time.
the cobblestone streets are simply lovely…thanks for sharing your fave village:)
You’re welcome!
Lovely shots. I haven’t been to these parts yet, but your photos make me want to drop everything and head there. Wonderful!
Come join us! I’ve recruited Madhu, too!
There are some stunning views there.
Thanks very much for stopping by my blog and commenting
I want to visit too! It looks absolutely charming…
That’s it then- it’s a bus trip! I’ll book us up.
Great pics! Does Doc Martin live around there asks this tourist from California
Wrong end of the country Carol- he’s down in Cornwall, but it’s an easy mistake to make from all the way over there! Thanks for reading.
Jo…what gorgeous photos! i love them. These are the perfect “village” photos I don’t have in my archives! I’ve never been to England, and always have wanted to go. These photos make me want to visit now!
Thanks so much for posting. It’s the perfect interpretation for Jake’s theme!
Thanks Judy, for your lovely comment and for following. I am very lucky in where I live, yet it’s a “not very thriving” town in the north east of England, with a view of a power station and heavy industry from the beach. The beauty’s there- we just have to go looking (or face the right direction).
There’s something unforgettable about a coastal village. Just like what you said, during a calm, sunny day, it is serene and beautiful. and even if it looks scary during a storm, it still takes your breathaway. Love these images. Have a great weekend.
Thank you. You too!
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How far do you walk? Perhaps I could sneak in with Madhu!
My kids in London are saying that this is the nicest day of the year so far. Great for SIL’s golf outing tomorrow. Perhaps you rain has stopped too by now?
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BTW, those people answering never do add up to 100 as they only post on board the top eight or so and never the ones of which only one person has suggested. Thank you for adding them up, I might do that also as I wondered how mnay there would be here.
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Hi Jim! Usually no more than 6 miles but it varies. I’m watching Wimbledon and it’s been glorious there all day. Finally got blue skies here too. Better late than never.
Top to bottom … the smiles just kept coming !
Just back from a Nordic walk on our local beach, and the feet are tired. Thank you!
Beautiful! I really should do more travelling around the UK, I’m largely ignorant of ‘up north’.
Come join us! The natives are very friendly.
I just love this beautiful, peaceful village. Thanks for sharing!
Nice to have them to share, Amy. Thank you!