Show on map This model train was winched into place on 25th July 2010. I suspect its going to be used to display flowers and is probably part of the Saltburn 150 celebrations
The model is a half-size J27
Update September 2011 : The model is now complete and full painted.
Show on map The first panel was unveiled on Wednesday 8th June as part of the Saltburn150 celebrations, it features the original 1870-1883 cliff hoist from before the cliff lift. Also the Halfpenny Bridge which stood from 1869-1974 is shown over the valley
The local artists are Helen Gaunt and Derek Mosey and the panels are being unveiled one a month, there will eventually be five.
The second features Malcolm Campbell in Sunbeam setting the landspeed record of 138.08mph on 17th June 1922
Show on map St Peter ad Vincula (“St. Peter in chains”) is believed to date from the 12th century
I had always considered Thornaby to be a new town built after the war until I found this by accident.
Show on map After seeking permission from the owners of Stainsby Grange I was finally able to get a closer look at a pillbox I must have seen hundreds of times travelling on the A19.
The pillbox is in excellent condition and still has a ladder attached that would have given access to the top.
This pillbox would have been part of the defences for Thornaby Aerodrome
