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Topic: Craster


In the News (Mon 1 Dec 08)

  
  Craster - A Visitors Guide
The village of Craster, situated on the Northumberland coast 6 miles northeast of Alnwick, at the end of an unclassified road and is 2 miles from the B1339 junction.
Craster Tower, listed in a survey of forts carried out in 1415, is a strong rectangular stone 15th century tower, of two storeys with a vaulted basement.
The fishing village of Craster, along with Seahouses further up the coast, were once the kipper capital of England, smoking over 25,000 fish a day in the early part of the last century.
www.northumberland-coast.co.uk /craster.php   (1266 words)

  
  Craster   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Craster is a small fishing village on the beautiful Northumbrian coast in England.
Craster Tower on the outskirts of the village is the home of the Craster family, who owned the quarry and had the harbour improved for its benefit.
The walk along the coast to the south is almost as spectacular as that to the north and passes by Cullernose Point, an example of the basaltic cliffs which are a significant feature of the landscape in this area.
www.ebroadcast.com.au /lookup/encyclopedia/cr/Craster.html   (217 words)

  
 Waitrose.com - Craster Kippers - Waitrose Food Illustrated
Craster in Northumberland is a former fishing port, a cluster of stone cottages and wharves huddled around an ancient harbour wall.
The only clue to Craster's tiny but growing claim to fame is a woody plume of smoke eddying from the vented roof of a walled building opposite the Jolly Fisherman pub.
The Craster kipper looks more like a fish - the head is preserved and the natural colours of the skin are tanned golden by the oak sawdust, imparting a flavour that is rich and lingering, like a good single-malt whisky.
www.waitrose.com /food_drink/wfi/ingredients/fish/0104038.asp   (1005 words)

  
 Craster - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
View of Craster Harbour with lobster traps in the foreground and Dunstanburgh in the distance.
Craster is a small fishing village on the Northumbrian coast of England.
Craster Tower, as it is called, is the home of the Craster family who owned the quarry and had the harbour improved for its benefit.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Craster   (294 words)

  
 Guardian | Oswin Craster
The lifelong dedication of Oswin "Os" Craster, who has died aged 89, to his country's and his family's heritage was interrupted by distinguished wartime service with the Special Operations Executive (SOE) behind enemy lines in France and Burma.
Craster was born in Oxford, the son of the Bodleian librarian Sir Edmund, but the Crasters were of Northumberland stock and Oswin spent much of his later life in the fishing village of Craster.
In his report, Craster concluded that his team had been dispatched at least a month too late and complained that many of its messages and requests, including one for an undamaged radio, had been ignored.
www.guardian.co.uk /print/0,,329469280-103684,00.html   (654 words)

  
 Craster   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Craster is a picturesque fishing village famous for its traditionally oak smoked kippers.
Craster's skyline is dominated by the ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle which can be easily reached by a gentle stroll along a dramatic coastal path from the harbour.
Craster also has a restaurant serving a variety of seafood dishes and the Bark Pots tea room is open daily during high season and serves a range of food.
www.harbour-cottage.co.uk /craster.htm   (268 words)

  
 Ports.org.uk / Craster
Craster lies almost half way along the Heritage Coast - a twenty mile stretch of coastline designated as one of the nation's 'Areas of Outstanding Beauty'.
As well as being a thriving fishing harbour, Craster has prospered over the centuries from the stone that came from its Quarry - which was shipped off to become the kerbstones of London.
The present harbour was built in the 1900s by the local landowners in memory of Captain Craster who was killed on an expedition to Tibet in 1904.
www.ports.org.uk /port.asp?id=9   (151 words)

  
 Craster Online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Craster is a very active village and is very popular with visitors.
The World famous "Craster Kipper" is still going strong here, with the L.Robsons and Sons kipper sheds open all year around.
Craster has been used as a backdrop to some of the best BBC and ITV dramas, including BBC's "Badger" and "Byker Grove", and the more recent ITV's "Distant Shores".
crasteronline.co.uk   (188 words)

  
 From Craster To Alnmouth
Craster Tower, the seat of the Craster family, is a short distance from the village.
In it are incorporated the remains of an ancient pele tower which has been from Norman times in the possession of the Crasters.
The station for Craster is Little Mill, 21 miles off, so that at any point the pedestrian can get the convenience of the railway.
www.oldandsold.com /articles32n/northumbria-16.shtml   (1686 words)

  
 Craster Hall   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Craster Hall (No.-1486) was built in 1909 by William Hamilton and Co., Port Glasgow, Scotland; transferred to the Navy 25 April 1918 from the Shipping Board; and commissioned 9 May 1918, Lieutenant Commander H.
Assigned to the Naval Overseas Transportation Service, Craster Hall made three transatlantic voyages from 25 May 1918 to 7 January 1919 carrying a total of 28,112 tons of cargo.
After completing her vital supply duty, Craster Hall was decommissioned 5 February 1919 and transferred to the Shipping Board for return to her owner the same day.
www.history.navy.mil /danfs/c15/craster_hall.htm   (134 words)

  
 Craster Online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
This is the part of Craster Online that holds news articles from many local papers that relate to things that have happened in Craster.
TOURISM related businesses in Craster are feeling the effects of the foot and mouth threat as the closure of nearby Dunstanburgh Castle and local footpaths take their toll.
The biggest indication of Craster s problem would, he felt, be a look at the council car park s takings over weekends, which he said would be massively down.
crasteronline.co.uk /news/localtourismhithard.htm   (587 words)

  
 Craster Northumberland Northumbria England UK GB (page 31)
The village of Craster is on the Northumberland coast, 6 miles northeast of Alnwick.
Craster has always been known as a fishing village, with its traditional fishiing boats (or cobles) bringing in a variety of fish including herring.
In recent years, Craster has become famous as one of the key locations for the "Distant Shores" TV drama series, starring Peter Davidson and Samatha Bond.
www.northumberland.gov.uk /vg/craster.htm   (446 words)

  
 Craster Living History ~ The life and times of the place and the people
Craster folk have been saying for some time that the village is at risk of losing its community memories.
Fortunately, the experiences and stories of older villagers were valued enough for the Craster Community Development Trust, with Michael Gibbs as a driving force, to make a bid for funding to The Countryside Agency, which had launched a national scheme to support heritage projects run by community groups.
There are plenty of photographs depicting the area local to Craster in Northumberland, together with parts of texts transcribed from interviews with key memory bearers giving valuable insight into what life has been like over the years and just how much things have changed and evolved.
www.crasterhistory.co.uk   (306 words)

  
 Welcome to the Bark Pots Tearoom, Craster. Incorporating Craster Pine Lodges and Rock Ville luxury self-catering ...
Craster lies almost halfway along Northumberland's Heritage Coast in a designated area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
This picturesque village, famous for its Craster Kippers and developed around a natural haven, prospered from local fishing and transportation of stone from the local quarry.
From the harbour there is a spectacular coastal walk to the 14th Century ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle.
www.barkpots.co.uk /home.htm   (254 words)

  
 Craster - Homepage
Each Craster product is crafted from ethically- sourced hardwoods, then finished with top quality lacquers that enhance the character and beauty of the wood.
Specially designed to be easy to clean, maintain and store, their robust construction ensures that they perform for years in the toughest industry conditions.
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www.craster.com   (96 words)

  
 Craster, Northumberland
Craster is on the coast of Northumberland, about 6 miles from Alnwick.
The present harbour was constructed by local landowners in memory of Captain Craster who was killed on an expedition to Tibet in 1904.
Whinstone was exported from here until the quarry was closed down in 1939, it is now a nature reserve.
www.afundit.co.uk /craster1.htm   (81 words)

  
 Medeival Craster - by Mary Craster
An amusing side light - in 1506 Edmund Craster testified that one Bertram Dawson was Embleton born and bred; he was a draper in York, and his business was falling off as his broad Northumbrian speech caused him to be 'sinisterly deformed that he should be a Scotchman born'.
In 1598 a later Edmund Craster was arbitrator to settle a feud between Storeys and Hebburns.
The Summer House on the SE point of Craster haven was also built as a picnic house for the Craster family.
www.crasterhistory.co.uk /medeivalcraster.htm   (2371 words)

  
 Life Coaching, On Line and by Telephone from Beckenham, Kent - Annette Craster   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Life Coaching, On Line and by Telephone from Beckenham, Kent - Annette Craster
Hi my name is Annette and I am a newly qualified Life Coach.
Mothers going back to work or into further education or any other project you might have in mind.
www.annettecrasterlifecoaching.com   (192 words)

  
 Traveller's World - Craster
Craster lies almost half way along the Heritage Coast - a twenty mile stretch of breathtaking coastline designated as one of the nation's 'Areas of Outstanding Beauty'.
However, it is through its smokehouse, that Craster is famous.
Today, only the smokehouses remain, but smokes in the traditional way over fires of oak sawdust, the quality of taste and texture of Craster's kippers and smoked salmon remains unchallenged.
www.travellers-world.info /locales/l544.html   (176 words)

  
 625: South Cottage. CRASTER. Northumbria. Self-catering cottage holiday.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
A picturesque village that seems to tumble into the sea, Craster was an important fishing harbour in the 17th century and is still famous for its oak cured kippers which have graced the best breakfast tables for more than 150 years.
Just south of Craster is Howick Hall, which was built in 1782 and has associations with the Grey family, including Earl Grey the great social reformer and tea enthusiast.
A walk along the coastal footpath to the north of Craster brings you to the dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle - the largest ruined castle in Northumberland.
www.sykescottages.co.uk /cottages/625.php   (520 words)

  
 Picture of Craster, Northumberland - Free Pictures - FreeFoto.Com
Picture of Craster - a typical small Northumberland fishing village.
By the harbour is the famous kipper smokehouse and the crab sandwiches there are excellent.
A short walk north from the village is the famous Dunstanburgh Castle.
www.freefoto.com /browse.jsp?id=1033-11-0   (83 words)

  
 Craster Tower Northumberland England English
Craster Tower is a strong rectangular stone 15th century tower, of two storeys with a vaulted basement.
Craster Tower is located west of village centre, on high ground overlooking the sea.
Click on the thumbnail to increase the area of the map.
www.castleuk.net /castle_lists_north/81/crastertower.htm   (109 words)

  
 Civilian Ships - Craster Hall (Freighter, 1909)
Craster Hall, a 4319 gross ton freighter, was built in 1909 by William Hamilton & Company of Port Glasgow, Scotland.
In April 1918 she was turned over to the U.S. Navy and, in May, placed in commission as USS Craster Hall (ID # 1486).
This steamer was acquired by the Navy on 2 May 1918 and placed in commission on 9 May as USS Craster Hall (ID # 1486).
www.history.navy.mil /photos/sh-civil/civsh-c/crast-hl.htm   (266 words)

  
 Dunstanburgh Castle Craster Northumberland England English
On its must vulnerable sides the very large outer bailey has a high curtain wall, flanked by rectangular towers and turrets.
Dunstanburgh Castle is located on the headland, one and a half miles from Craster.
Car parking is in Craster village and an easy coastal walk to the castle.
www.castleuk.net /castle_lists_north/75/dunstanburghcastle.htm   (163 words)

  
 Craster Pine Lodges :: Rock Ville :: Terms & Conditions
Craster Pine Lodges :: Rock Ville :: Terms & Conditions
This picturesque village of Craster, famous for its kippers, developed around a natural haven and prospered fom local fishing and
Craster Pine Lodges in Northumberland are a perfect base from which to explore an area steeped in history.
www.barkpots.co.uk /tourism.htm   (226 words)

  
 Craster Tower - Haunted Mansions Around the World
Previous occupants have been troubled by strange noises, such as swords clanking and horses galloping.
The daughter of Sir John Craster became accustomed to hearing the rustle of a phantom lady's skirt as she worked in the schoolroom.
Any reproduction of them without written permission of the copyright owner is a violation of United States Copyright Law and is punishable by up to a $10,000 fine.
www.zurichmansion.org /parks/craster.htm   (148 words)

  
 Craster Northumberland tourist information and travel guide from TourUK
Craster, off B1339 just north of Alnmouth, or B1340 then B1339 from Alnwick.
Craster, a small fishing village famous for kippers with its own factory, and the cliff top views towards Dunstanburgh Castle (about a 1.5 mile walk).
Visit Alnwick and travel north along the coast to Holy Island visiting Bamburgh and its castle on the way.
www.touruk.co.uk /northumb/nor_cras.htm   (134 words)

  
 Beadnell: Craster Arms - Traveler Reviews - A great place - TripAdvisor
Stayed at Craster arms Beadnall for one night over the weekend it was great.
A choice of the famous Craster Kippers or a full english breakfast served in the morning, and thats just the accomodation.
It also has a lovely bar area with a good choice of menu and beers wines and spirits, which are served by friendly staff.
tripadvisor.com /ShowUserReviews-g504036-d615009-r5390908-Craster_Ar...   (370 words)

  
 Craster Parabolic -- 3DSoftware.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Central meridian 90° W. Tissot Indicatrix for Craster Parabolic projection with 30° graticule.
Presnted by John Evelyn Edmund Craster (1873-?) of England in 1929.
Putnins P3' projection (1934) has meridians, poles, and Equator identical to those of the Craster, but parallels are equally spaced.
www.3dsoftware.com /Cartography/USGS/MapProjections/Pseudocylindrical/CrasterParabolic   (199 words)

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