The headland at Kettle Ness was once quarried for alum, a chemical that was used in printing, paint and tanning industries. From this point, you will also get impressive views to the west along the coast, and of Runswick Bay in the distance.

RichD

October 13, 2024

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Lots more history of these alum works at hidden-teesside.co.uk/2008/05/11/kettleness-alum-works

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1. Claymoor Beck and Kettleness loop from Runswick Bay — North York Moors National Park

11.4km

03:17

280m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Runswick Bay – Whitby Harbour loop from Hinderwell

27.1km

07:27

440m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Runswick Bay Beach – Sandsend Beach loop from Whitby

26.5km

07:18

430m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Lythe, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Kettleness Alum Quarry

1. Claymoor Beck and Kettleness loop from Runswick Bay — North York Moors National Park

2. Runswick Bay – Whitby Harbour loop from Hinderwell

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