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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restlessjo 
I can certainly see why you love these little villages. I would be there in a minute if I could.
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They’re beautiful, aren’t they? I expect you have some similar, Ann? 🙂
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Not quite the same, but they have their own charm.
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I just love this beautiful, peaceful village. Thanks for sharing!
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Nice to have them to share, Amy. Thank you!
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Beautiful! I really should do more travelling around the UK, I’m largely ignorant of ‘up north’.
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Come join us! The natives are very friendly.
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Top to bottom … the smiles just kept coming ! 😀
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Just back from a Nordic walk on our local beach, and the feet are tired. Thank you!
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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.
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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.
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Thank you. You too!
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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!
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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).
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Great pics! Does Doc Martin live around there asks this tourist from California 🙂
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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.
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I want to visit too! It looks absolutely charming… 🙂
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That’s it then- it’s a bus trip! I’ll book us up.
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There are some stunning views there.
Thanks very much for stopping by my blog and commenting 🙂
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Lovely shots. I haven’t been to these parts yet, but your photos make me want to drop everything and head there. Wonderful!
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Come join us! I’ve recruited Madhu, too!
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the cobblestone streets are simply lovely…thanks for sharing your fave village:)
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You’re welcome!
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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
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Thanks Nia! It really is a beautiful coastline, and the villages are like stepping back in time.
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Your words and images make me want to got her now! Beautiful post, thank you Jo.
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Come with me Madhu- we’ll have fun!
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