The sand between my toes

Seaton Carew

 

A trip to the seaside

We have so much wonderful scenery from the beaches to the countryside right on our doorstep.  We need to take time to enjoy it and cherish it.  

In the last couple of days I have had the absolute joy of visiting the beach at Seaton Carew (twice). We went the scenic route taking us past seal sands: the decomissioned oil rig; which is fantastic in the right light, is a sight to behold.  We were also lucky enough to see the seals basking in the sun at Teesmouth Nature Reserve.

There is nothing better at the end of a long week than a paddle in the sea to refresh and relax. The sky was blue, the sea was warm, the company was excellent. I couldn't ask for more.

I love to watch the waves and listen to the sound of the sea.  I had to embrace my inner child and jump the waves; something I haven't done in years, since my children were small.  That along with the feeling of sand between my toes took me back to my own childhood. When we used to live in Scarborough and would go to the beach after school most days in the summer ....  Everyone should embrace their inner child every now and then; it's good for the soul.

Seaton Carew has to be one of the most underestimated beaches in the area.  The views are fantastic: sand dunes, wind turbines and ships along the horizon are just a few.  One of the most mesmerising sights on the sand has to be the sea coal; the way it shifts and forms as it's moved back and forth by the waves on the beach.

We enjoyed local fish and chips and for me the oyster ice-cream just completes the day.

Sunken ship at Seaton Carew

Sunken Ship

Whilst walking along the beach we came across the remains of the Seaton Carew shipwreck.  Being a fan of local history I was keen to learn more and with the help of a good friend; found several references to the site and other local ship wrecks.

Links for further information are below:


https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list-entry/1000077

www.alamy.com/stock-photo-historic-wreck-wooden-boat-shipwreck-uncovered-by-the-sea-at-seaton-58842130.html

www.hhtandn.org



I came home feeling relaxed, exhilarated and ready to paint.  A pastime I am embracing with a new found freedom and enjoyment 😊