White Harbour, Whitehead
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White Harbour, Whitehead
Image: © Bob Jones Taken: 20 Aug 2014
White Harbour, so-called because it is constructed mainly of white limestone blocks, was constructed around 1850. In recent decades it lay derelict, but was purchased in 1988 by a local businessman, who has encouraged local pleasure boat owners to moor their craft in the sheltered harbour. However, a silted entrance and dangerous gaps in the quay edge have forced substantial improvements. Currently (August 2014) all craft have been temporarily removed, the entrance is being dredged and workmen are repairing the limestone blocks that form the quay wall and steps.
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Image Location
Latitude
54.742067
Longitude
-5.719715