We recently visited Cleethorpes, which is a seaside town in NE Lincolnshire, UK. We actually had some sunshine while walking along the beach with the pier in the background. The pier dates back to the Victorian days.
The popular 'Papas' Fish and Chips restaurant is situated on Cleethorpes Pier. In the foreground, there is a piece of artwork dedicated to a popular local gentleman, known as Bernard Hammond, who died in 2020. He was affectionately called "Mr Cleethorpes" or "Buster Baywatch," as he was part of the Beach Safety team.
Apparently, 'Chippy Geoff' worked in a local fish and chip shop and has now passed away. I suspect this is a small homage to Geoff.
This fishy sculpture is called “Hammy the Haddock” and is part of the Fishy Tales Art Trail. These sculptures were placed along the promenade as a nod to the area’s fishing heritage. It is also a place to put your plastic bottles so they can be recycled. I think it's a novel way to highlight plastic waste.
In the sea, you can see Haile Sand Fort built during World War I, remaining in use during World War II. It was designed to protect the estuary. It was later sold to a private buyer and is now virtually unused. I think you can walk out to it when the tide is out, but it's not advisable as you will get stuck in the sand. I did that once at another seaside resort, and had to be pulled out by the beach lifeguard!
You can’t visit the seaside and leave without sampling at least one classic seaside treat. Donuts for me!
We found some sea shells grouped together on the sand. The beach always leaves little treasures.
People messing about on the beach. I know the weather still isn't great to visit the seaside, but on the plus side, there are fewer people about and it is less commercialised.
