From Mere To Eternity Traditional Cache
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** this is a high crime area at the moment - lots of cars being broken into so we will not relocate cache just yet** This is a simple traditional cache with a lovely walk to go with it if you choose - enjoy!
FROM MERE TO ETERNITY is hidden at Scarborough Mere - a natural lake in the Weapponness Valley, in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England.
Formerly measuring 40 acres in area, the construction of the York and North Midland Railway line from York to Scarborough bisected the Mere in 1845. Due to that and other factors, including drainage and landscaping, the surface area of the lake is now approximately 16 acres.
In the 20th Century, the Mere was a popular tourist attraction owned by Scarborough Corporation, with rowing boats, a cafe and putting green. There was also a miniature Spanish galleon - the Hispaniola - which made trips across to 'Treasure Island' where holidaymakers could dig for Doubloons. Unfortunately dredging and maintenance of the lake decreased, and the increased silt & weed meant that waterborne activities stopped. The Hispaniola currently operates from Scarobrough Harbour so you can still take a ride if you wish!
The Mere is now part of the Oliver's Mount Country Park, and is managed by the Scarborough Mere Angling Club as a fishing lake, with the southern end used by waterskiers. Popular with ducks who enjoy being fed by visitors with lots of bread!
A map dated 1766 by Thomas Bowen in 'The Gentlemans Magazine' shows Scarborough Mere as "a lake called Byard's Lake".
We hope you enjoy our very first cache – the more nimble you are the better! It is a snap top box, wrapped in a green plastic bag. It contains the usual goodies (sadly not Bill Oddie although he would be at home here!) and plenty of room for TB’s.
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