Easington

Settlement in Yorkshire

England

Easington

Alum shale - a sterile landscape This undercliff area was quarried for alum shale in the past. After many years the shale still has very little vegetation. — Alum shale - a sterile landscape Credit: Robin Webster

Easington is a small village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Situated on the Holderness coast, it is approximately 15 miles northeast of the city of Hull. As of the 2011 census, the village had a population of around 400 people.

The village of Easington is known for its picturesque surroundings and natural beauty. It is surrounded by open fields and farmland, providing a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The nearby coastline offers stunning views of the North Sea, and the area is popular among nature enthusiasts and walkers.

Easington has a rich history, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Bronze Age. The village features a number of historical landmarks, including the Grade II listed All Saints Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The village also has a traditional village pub, The Ship Inn, which is a popular gathering place for locals and visitors alike.

Despite its small size, Easington is well-served by amenities. It has a primary school, a village hall, and a post office, providing essential services to the local community. The nearby town of Withernsea offers additional facilities, including shops, supermarkets, and healthcare services.

Easington is a close-knit community with a strong sense of community spirit. The village hosts various events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market, bringing residents together and fostering a sense of belonging.

Overall, Easington is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a slower pace of life and natural beauty.

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Easington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.553148/-0.851174 or Grid Reference NZ7418. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Alum shale - a sterile landscape

This undercliff area was quarried for alum shale in the past. After many years the shale still has very little vegetation.

Robin Webster

Rock block and old alum workings

This is an undercliff, and the rock has fallen or been quarried from the cliff material. Its very regular shape suggests the latter. Quarrying may have been to expose more alum shale, seen on the headland beyond.

Robin Webster

Loftus Alum Workings

This image was taken below upper sandstone cliff looking east to the area mapped as Lintycock Stone. The area is owned by the National Trust. The large boulder would have been deposited due to a collapse as a result of undermining of the sandstone to access the alum shale.

Mick Garratt

View West From Just North East of The Warren

The jetty at Skinningrove is prominent.

Mick Garratt

Old Loftus alum workings

In the bottom is supposed to be a 'set of six steeping pits with surrounds' but they were not too obvious.

Robin Webster

Boulder, old Loftus quarries

A sandstone boulder, probably quarried from the sandstone of the cliffs above, which has rolled down the undercliff.

Robin Webster

Boulder, old Loftus quarries

A sandstone boulder, probably quarried from the sandstone of the cliffs above, which has rolled down the undercliff.

Robin Webster

Graffiti, Lingberry Hill

Obviously carved by someone who has lost someone dearest to him but that does not excuse the desecration of the rock face. No better than common graffiti The inscription says: "PAULINE IN SPRING I SAW YOU YOUR EYES SHONE LIKE DEW IN SUMMER WE SHARED A LOVE WE HAD SO TRUE IN AUTUMN THEY TOLD US THERE IS NOTHING WE CAN DO IT BECAME WINTER WHEN YOU LEFT TED"

Mick Garratt

Access to the beach

Top secret way down to the beach created by fishermen to get to their mark, their secret fishing spots. The way is near vertical using a cheese grater polypropylene rope as a handrail. I came up from about half way. The dog nearly bottled out. I wouldn't like to attempt it in Wellingtons and carrying a fishing rod.

Mick Garratt