CHILDREN became maritime archaeologists for the day in their search for the remains of Redcar pier.
The youngsters worked with their parents and Tees Archaeology on Redcar beach on Tuesday to help to carry out research about the structure, which began to deteriorate more than 100 years ago.
Cleveland Divers were on hand to fetch sea creatures, including lobsters, hermit crabs and jelly fish for the children to inspect.
Gary Green of Tees Archaeology said: "The people who have come along today have been real marine archaeologists for the day, carrying out real survey work which we'll be using as we've never surveyed this area before."
Redcar pier, built between 1871 and 1873, was originally 1200 feet long. In 1888 its bandstand burnt down and its landing stage was later demolished. During the Second World War two sections were removed for security and the pier was demolished in 1981.
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