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View of Grosmont Church, School and Whitby Railway Bridge from the Lime Kilns, 1848 (hand coloured litho on paper)
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View of Grosmont Church, School and Whitby Railway Bridge from the Lime Kilns, 1848 (hand coloured litho on paper)
7483134 View of Grosmont Church, School and Whitby Railway Bridge from the Lime Kilns, 1848 (hand coloured litho on paper) by Bourne, John Cooke (1814-96); 20x27 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: Artist: John Cooke Bourne (1814-1896)
Published in Aid of the Fund for Endowing Grosmont Church, on stone by J. C. Bourne, published 1st January 1848 by R. Sunter, York, C. F. Cheffins Lithog. London. The Whitby and Pickering Railway ((W&P) founded in 1832 and defunct by 1845) was built to halt the gradual decline of the port of Whitby on the east coast of England. Its basic industries of whaling and shipbuilding had been in decline and it was believed that opening transport links inland would help regenerate the town and port. Henry Belcher, a solicitor from Whitby, was an investor in the Whitby Stone Company and a shareholder in the Tunnel Inn in Grosmont. He was also the man behind the Whitby to Pickering Railway. He wrote two booklets: The ancient Priory of Grosmont and The Scenery of the Whitby and Pickering Railway'. The proceeds from booklet sales funded the new church, dedicated to St Matthew. In 1839 Belcher organised a two-day church fundraising bazaar in Grosmont and laid on special trains to carry visitors to the bazaar, thought to have been the first passenger excursion train services in the world. The South Cleveland Iron Works, who had a smelter at Grosmont, some 10 km south of Whitby, exported Iron ore and iron products through Whitby along the W&P.); © Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
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This hand-colored lithograph from 1848 captures a picturesque view of Grosmont Church, School, and the Whitby Railway Bridge from the Lime Kilns. Created by artist John Cooke Bourne, this historical print offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the charming architecture and landscape of the time.
The Whitby and Pickering Railway, which was founded in 1832 to revitalize the declining port of Whitby, plays a prominent role in this scene. The railway was instrumental in connecting inland areas with the coastal town, helping to boost trade and commerce.
Henry Belcher, an influential figure behind the railway project, not only invested in various businesses but also played a key role in fundraising for Grosmont Church. His efforts led to the construction of St Matthew's Church in Grosmont, with proceeds from booklet sales supporting its endowment.
The intricate details captured in this lithograph offer a fascinating insight into both architectural history and early transportation networks. From the bustling activity around the lime kilns to the serene beauty of Grosmont Church against a backdrop of rolling hills, this print is truly a window into another era.
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