Up until 1930
this north east facing bay was a working port and ironstone
mine. During the Second World War the breakwater was destroyed
by the Royal Engineers to prevent German invasion at Port
Mulgrave. Since then the remains of the harbour have been
severely effected by the sea. The image below gives a useful
insight as to what Port Mulgrave used to look like.
Click image to enlarge
As a fishing venue Port Mulgrave has pretty
much one main feature. This is a deep gully within casting
distance of the pier at high tide and the scar beyond the
breakwater at low tide.
Port Mulgrave would be a more popular venue
if it wasn't for the path down to the harbour. It's fine at
the top and at the bottom (see below) but in the middle it
really is quite steep, and despite being cobbled at this part,
it can be tricky going down and murder getting back up with
the tackle.
Caution:
Take
care when descending the hill in wet weather or at night.
The scar can also be very slippery!
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