come... experience... the 'real Staithes' ...

...we run courses giving you the chance to explore a wild and powerful place...

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storm over Staithes

a unique opportunity to explore the rugged environment both in and around the village of Staithes... that inspirited the Staithes Group of Artists...
come and feel both the physical and emotional benefits of been connected to our coastal landscape...
you will be exploring a site of Special Scientific interest 'SSSi' ...
we aim to get people out into this coastal region to experience and learn about a way of life that is fast disappearing...
fishing was once Staithes' sole occupation... if you didn't go to sea you built the boats or supplied the vitals... Staithes fishing fleet was a major part of the herring industry during the 18th century...
this is a small family run enterprise... which is borne out of our passion for the sea... our coastal environment and the unique village to which we belong...

step back in time... spend time exploring the old fishing village of Staithes... as well as the foreshore and pathways surrounding this historic village in the company of Sean...
discover the joys of exploring the coast with us here in Staithes which is situated in the North York Moors National Park...
spend your time beachcombing... safely with an experienced and passionate guide...
learn how to check & bait pots for lobsters and crabs... and stay within the law... there is a strict by-law in force to conserve stocks...
set your own shore longlines under Sean's watchful eye...
learn about the different types of traditional vessels... descended from the Viking Longboats... how they have evolved into the modern day fishing boat... plus the influence of vessels from further a field...

learn about the history of the village... the traditional dress... old stories... and old characters...
learn where and what to look for when searching for jet and fossils...
learn more about the alum... jet... ironstone... and potash mining history of the area...
spend a day with us... exploring the foreshore... check out our day courses
come and enjoy the coastal experience, stay in one of the old fishermen's cottage just yards from the harbour...
already booked a cottage... then we can arrange a day course just for you... please contact us for details...
private group or family let us tailor a course to suit you... please contact us so we can build you a 'tailor-made' course...

please explore this site to find out more about what we offer...

do please contact us with any questions you may have...

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