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I got this glass ball for Christmas. Today I took it with me on a walk down to the beach at Saltburn. It’s rather fun to take photos with!
Another photo with my glass ball! This one was taken atop Huntcliff, hallway between Brotton and Saltburn.
One more from the beach, looking towards Huntcliff.
Still on the beach, looking upwards to Saltburn town centre atop the cliff.
Precariously balanced on a seaweed cradle
I’m losing the light, so it’s time to head home. One last glass ball pic from the edge of the beck.
Gorgeous sunset here tonight
Back on the trail with my crystal ball! This time I’m on a walk through woods and fields towards Guisborough.
Fields outside of Brotton.
A drystone wall near Boosbeck.
I found a beautiful, Moss covered wall...
Lensball selfie by an old viaduct!
Or, one without my gurning mug!
After 7.5 miles I’ve finally reached Guisborough. Too slow, alas, to catch the setting sun on the priory.
Back to civilisation!
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