Whaling does not seem to have practiced in Anglo-Saxon and medieval England, but stranded whales were exploited by coastal communities.
Minehead harbour belonged to the Luttrells and was run by harbourmas
Tourism began in a modest way in the late 18th century and by the mid 19th century as the port declined Quaytown's houses opened their doors to hol
The foreshore at Hendon where, acording to 14th century records, ships were moored.
Disposing of sand ballast was a problem which grew with trade.
By 1700 it was only too clear that a new approach towards the river and harbour was essential.
Until 1719, the area that was to become Sunderland was divided into two parishes which served administrative as well as religious purposes.
The ancient parish of Monkwearmouth comprised the townships of Monkwearmouth, Fulwell, Southwick and Hylton.
The medieval parish of Bishopwearmouth comprised the townships of Bishopwearmouth, Ford, Bishopwearmouth Panns, Ryhope, Silksworth, Tunstall and Bu
