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The Church Stairs, Whitby a98_15465
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Filename: AA98_15465.jpg
Size: 4380 x 4305 (9.2MB)
Date: 13th April 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
© Historic England
The Church Stairs, Whitby a98_15465
THE CHURCH STAIRS, Whitby, North Yorkshire. A baker makes deliveries, climbing the steps from the quayside to the church. 1950s. Hallam Ashley
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Media ID 440898
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "The Church Stairs, Whitby, " we are transported back to the charming coastal town of Whitby in North Yorkshire during the 1950s. The image beautifully captures a slice of everyday life as a baker diligently makes his deliveries, ascending the steep steps from the quayside up towards the magnificent church. The composition is striking, with cobblestone streets leading our gaze towards the grandeur of the church perched atop a hill. The worn stone steps bear witness to countless footsteps over time, telling stories of hard work and determination. As we follow the baker's journey upwards, we can almost feel his effort and dedication etched into each step. Hallam Ashley's masterful capture not only freezes a moment in time but also evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era long gone. It reminds us of simpler times when small businesses thrived and community connections were forged through daily interactions like these. "The Church Stairs, Whitby" serves as both an artistic testament to Hallam Ashley's talent behind the lens and as a historical record that allows us to glimpse into bygone days. This photograph invites us to appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also offers a window into British cultural heritage – where even seemingly mundane tasks like climbing stairs become part of our shared history.
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