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Saltburn Pier N100019
Filename: N100019.jpg
Size: 6000 x 4507 (18.0MB)
Date: 27th November 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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Saltburn Pier N100019
SALTBURN PIER, North Yorkshire. View down onto the pier from the clifftop. Unusual patterns in the sea on a frosty winter dawn
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Media ID 3009235
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Atmospheric Blue Coast Cold Dark Dawn Dramatic Leisure Maritime Movement Oblique P Ier Recreation Tide Victorian Water Wave Winter
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1. Title: "Frosty Winter Dawn at Saltburn Pier: A Victorian Maritime Masterpiece Embraces the Dramatic Winter Sea" Amidst the tranquil stillness of a frosty winter dawn, the historic Saltburn Pier in North Yorkshire stands proudly against the backdrop of a moody, darkened sky. The pier, a Victorian marvel of engineering and recreation, stretches defiantly into the vast, expansive winter sea. The unusual patterns in the water, created by the interplay of the cold winter tide and the icy waves, add an atmospheric allure to the scene. The pier's oblique silhouette, framed against the deep blue of the winter sky, exudes a sense of drama and mystery. The pier's Victorian design, with its ornate details and intricate ironwork, stands in stark contrast to the raw power and movement of the winter sea. The pier, a testament to the maritime heritage of the region, continues to be a popular leisure destination, even in the harshest of winter conditions. The pier's connection to the sea is palpable, as the waves crash against the pier's foundation, creating a symphony of sound and movement. The pier's piercing gaze into the depths of the sea, under the cover of a frosty winter dawn, is a reminder of the enduring relationship between the coast and those who call it home. This evocative image, captured by Mike Kipling for Historic England, invites us to pause and appreciate the beauty and power of nature, even in the harshest of seasons. The pier, a symbol of resilience and connection, stands as a testament to the enduring allure of the coast and the sea.
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