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The first years of the 21st century have seen the vigorous development 5. MERMAN WALL CERAMIC ­ RIVERSIDE BUILDING of attractions throughout Skinningrove that give recognition to the The story of The Skinningrove Merman has been passed through many village’s rich history and heritage. This leaflet aims to guide you along generations since the alleged event took place in the 16th century. This a short trail that enables you to appreciate the skills and commitment of 2011 ceramic helps to keep the story in circulation as a feature of the local people and the substantial support given by a number of history and heritage of the village. Please see the Skinningrove Valley organisations. The route follows part of Skinningrove Valley Trail. Trail leaflet for more about this story. 6. CERAMIC OF FLOODS IN 2000 ­ RIVERSIDE BUILDING 1. THE ‘REPUS’ BOAT ­ MARINE TERRACE This ceramic storywall was created in 2012 to commemorate the flooding This vessel was a working fishing coble based at Whitby then later in July and November 2000 that devastated Skinningrove and led to a abandoned at South Gare, near the entrance to the River Tees. It was new era in the village. The storywall incorporates background information due to be part of a bonfire when it was rescued and brought to about the events, their aftermath and the artefact that was created. Skinningrove, the home of its owner. The boat was restored and wooden figures added to recognise those lost at sea in this area. An information 7. ‘LIFE IN THE SEA’ MURAL ­ DOORSTEP GREEN panel nearby tells you more. A close look at the mural ‘Evolution Of Life In The Sea’ reveals how skilfully shells, pebbles and ammonites from the beach at Skinningrove 2. THE PIGEON MAN ­ BEACH ROAD have been blended with ceramic works to form 18 panels that portray East Cleveland, like many former mining areas, is noted for the popularity the village’s coastal heritage. There’s an information panel here. of pigeon fancying and this is recognised in Skinningrove with the wood 8. REPLICA PLAQUE ­ DOORSTEP GREEN carving of a man releasing a pigeon. The carving is located outside the Skinningrove Iron and Steel Works celebrated its centenary in 1974. This village’s homing society building, where you can see more information. replica of the centenary plaque shows the development of this important local employer and its relationship with ironstone mining. The works, 3. ANCHOR OF THE SYLVANIA ­ BECKSIDE located over the hill to the west, are now owned by Tata Steel. Skinningrove’s coastal location forms a significant part of both its history An information panel on the plinth tells you more about this artefact. and current growth as an attraction for visitors. Tragedies and mishaps have occurred, one of which was the grounding of the steamship Sylvania 9. MINER AND HORSE MOSAIC ­ MINING MUSEUM on Cattersty Sands in 1901. When the ship was hauled back to sea the This mosaic was installed outside the entrance to Cleveland Ironstone kedge anchor remained and was later rescued to be displayed at its Mining Museum in 2011. Based on a photo at the museum of miner present location. George Adamson and a shire horse named Drummer, this artwork encapsulates the strong bond that existed between miners and the 4. VILLAGE STORYWALL ­ BECKSIDE horses on which they depended. The storywall was created by local artists with help from school pupils Please see also the plaques on the fences at Riverside Building and and residents who also maintain the nearby garden area. This mosaic Doorstep Green containing United Nations articles on the Rights of the encapsulates the history of Skinningrove and life here today in a vibrant Child. They were installed in 2011 as a project by Whitecliffe Primary and colourful way. School, Carlin How. Please see also the information board for Skinningrove Valley Trail; it’s on Beach Road, across the road from the Post Office.

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Skinningrove lies on the north east coast of England, halfway between Saltburn and Staithes and just off the A174. There is a car park near Marine Terrace, TS13 4BJ. This leaflet was developed by Skinningrove History Group during 2013 as part of its funding to create a replica of Skinningrove Works Centenary Plaque. The replica is located at Doorstep Green and is the latest in a growing number of heritage attractions in the village. The history group also developed Skinningrove Valley Trail in 2011; copies of the leaflet relating to the trail are available from the Post Office, Riverside Building and Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum.

Acknowledgements and Thanks The following have supported and created the projects featured in this publication: Agnes Spencer Charitable Trust to Big Lottery Fund Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum Coast & Country Housing East Cleveland Online Endeavour Housing Association Freebrough Academy Groundwork North East Heritage Lottery Fund North York Moors, Coast and Hills LEADER Programme Loftus Development Trust Loftus Town Council North East Museums Renaissance Fund Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council Redcar & Cleveland College Skinningrove Flood Relief Committee Skinningrove Link­Up Tata Steel Teesside University Whitecliffe Primary School Helen Gaunt Steve Iredale Glynis Johnson Derek Mosey Philippa Threlfall

Whilst every care has been taken to ensure accuracy, Skinningrove History Group cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions or any consequences arising from them. For more information email [email protected] and visit www.skinhist.co.uk

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