The Lost Language of the Craster Coast
By Crasterfarian No matter where you grow up, there are placenames that are synonymous with the area. Some are correct to the OS mapping, but some… Read More »The Lost Language of the Craster Coast
Dunstanburgh
Spies at Dunstanburgh? The Strange Tale of GDY-226
By Crasterfarian I can remember this story being passed down by Mammy Joan, and later retold owa a pint in that ethereal little bar in the… Read More »Spies at Dunstanburgh? The Strange Tale of GDY-226
The Whin Sill: Craster’s Ancient Spine
By Crasterfarian As a born and bred Crasterfarian, I’ve always wondered about the history of where I was brought up. The very fabric of the village… Read More »The Whin Sill: Craster’s Ancient Spine
Nova Scotia: Dunstanburgh’s Sea-Gate
By Crasterfarian Tucked below the Great Keep and South Wall of Dunstanburgh Castle lies an inlet locals call Nova Scotia, the Castle’s little harbour. Visitors’ eyes… Read More »Nova Scotia: Dunstanburgh’s Sea-Gate
The Craster Circular: A Canny Schlep and A Lot of History
By Crasterfarian There is a fantastic circular walk to be taken from Craster Quarry Car Park to Dunstan Square Farm, along to Dunstan Steads, then back… Read More »The Craster Circular: A Canny Schlep and A Lot of History