The early name for Redcar is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word for reed, 'hreod' and the Scandinavian word for marsh, 'Kjar' thus the place name was an area of reedy marshland. Redcar was originally a fishing village mentioned around 1300AD. It traded with the much larger market town of Coatham. In the later part of the 19th century, Redcar became a popular leisure resort for the growing industrial population of Teesside as the iron and steel industry expanded. Later ICI, also a huge employer, helped expand the area further making it a top holiday destination in the 1950s. The large industries have now declined, with the mothballing of Corus taking place in the early part of 2010. I grew up here and worked on the beach during vacations for 15 years when everyday, variety shows, Punch and Judy, donkeys and train rides were the norm. The beach used to get packed with deck chairs and tents loaned out by the local council.This cache reflects some of the many interesting historical features of the town.
The area for the final co -ordinates had become derelict and so not a pleasant place to search. I have moved the final,whilst trying to keep to the location. Unfortunately, the final is not a swag cache due to this and surrounding caches limiting hiding places. Hopefully, as the location is redeveloped, suitable places will become available.
1) N54. 37 241 W 001 04 308. This sculpture of 'Left Luggage' is to commemorate the making of the film 'Atonement' on the beach at this point. How many items are there here? (each book counts as 1 item) Total - 7 = A I have attached a photo in the gallery as this are is currently under construction so the sculpture can not be seen.
2)N54 37 231 W001 04 228 This was the site of the Coatham Victoria Pier. What year was it built? 18__5 = B
3) N54 37 130 W 001 03 809 When did the Zetland Lifeboat lose its only crew member? 24.1__ 1836 = C
4) N54 37 087 W001 03 699 What is the year on the top left-hand crest of this building? 18__7 = D
5) N54 37 069 W 001 03 578 Redcar pier was built in 1873 and existed until 198__ = E (It was destroyed by fire. The concrete bases of this pier can still be seen over the sea wall at the start of the Red Scar rocks.)
6) N54 37 032 W001 03 624 What is the top number on the Plimsoll Line pub sign? __ = F
7) N54 37 104 W001 03 966 In what year did Samuel Plimsoll invent the Plimsoll Line on this site? 1__76 = G
8) N54 37 075 W 001 04 997 When was the Regents Walk opened by Mo Mowlam and Vera Baird MP 1st Nov 200__ = H Tall buildings may confuse the GPS. Hint, keep your eyes on the ground.
9) N54 37 104 W001 04 114 a) What year was the town clock renovated? 200___ = I AND b) When did Edward V11 die 1-10 _ = J
10) N 54 37 060 N001 04 402 What year did the air raid destroy this club? 19__1 = K
11) N54 37 062 W001 04 396 How many people died as a result of the air raid on the 21st Oct 1941. __5 = L
Final co-ords N54. (J-F)(I+L). E(A+H)(D-B) W001. (G-D-E)(C+H). A (K-C)(C+E)