Absolutely and here are 5 reasons why
1. ๐๐ง๐ก๐๐ง๐๐๐ฌ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ซ๐๐๐ข๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
Knowing the history of a location allows you to appreciate its character and uniqueness. For instance, Cleethorpes isn’t just a seaside town; it has a legacy shaped by Viking settlers, Victorian ingenuity, and decades of transformation. These layers of history explain why the area looks and feels the way it does today.
When you walk along the promenade, knowing it was shaped by the sea wall built in the early 1900s gives you a sense of the effort and foresight that went into making Cleethorpes a resilient and charming destination.
Have a look, below, at the unbelievable transformation of Kingsway Road where TYME Suites is now located. Kingsway Road pre 1900, then 1930s then current day taken from my son’s drone.
2. ๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ง๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐ข๐ง๐
Learning about a placeโs past helps you feel more connected. If you’re staying or working in an area, understanding its heritage makes you part of its story. Youโre not just passing through; youโre engaging with the community and its roots.
For example, knowing that Kingsway Road was once vulnerable to tidal forces and later became a thriving hub due to Victorian sea defenses may help you see it as more than just a streetโitโs a symbol of resilience and a vision by those that built it.
3. ๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ข๐ซ๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐๐ฌ
When youโre aware of the local history, you can engage more meaningfully with the people who live there. Locals often have stories passed down through generations, and your interest in their history shows respect and curiosity.
Conversations about historical landmarks, like the Cleethorpes Pier or the remnants of Thrunscoe village, can open doors to friendships and help you integrate more easily.
4. ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐๐ฑ๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐จ๐๐๐ซ๐ง ๐๐ข๐๐
Understanding history explains why things are the way they are. Why is Cleethorpes known for its promenade? Why is the town shaped the way it is? These answers lie in its past. History provides context to the daily life, infrastructure, and culture of an area, helping you adapt and enjoy your stay more fully.
5. ๐๐๐ค๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ญ๐๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ ๐๐๐๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ
When you connect to a placeโs history, your stay at TYME Suites in Cleethorpes, becomes an immersive experience. Youโre no longer just visiting a townโyouโre experiencing its evolution. This perspective turns mundane activities, like walking along Kingsway, into moments of reflection on how the past has shaped the present.
Share in the comments how learning about the history of an area helped you enjoy your visit
