Runswick Bay is a quaint seaside village nestled on the North Yorkshire coast , 5 miles north of Whitby. It is renowned for its stunning scenery, rich history, and charming character. From the rugged cliffs and picturesque beach to the historic cottages, there’s plenty to see and do in this hidden gem of a town. In 2020 Runswick Bay was

Introduction: When you think of towns along the Yorkshire coast the first ones that often come to mind are Scarborough and Whitby, but Filey is an excellent hidden gem that has plenty of activities and sightseeing opportunities. The town is steeped in history going back to the Ancient Roman era, right up to the Victorian era. History: The town has

Boulby is a small coastal hamlet in North Yorkshire that is primarily known for its deep underground mine that currently hosts a large laboratory and being beside the North York Moors National Park. The name comes from Scandinavian terms, meaning a ‘farmstead’, ‘village’, or ‘settlement’. There have been settlers in Boulby for over 1000 years, as it was mentioned in

Flamborough is a historic village on the Yorkshire coast, with plenty to see if you like wildlife and nature. Originally, Flamborough was a tiny village, and has the remains of a castle and medieval manor house in the boundaries. In 1823, it was recorded as a fishing village with ancient remains. The population was made up primarily of fishermen, although

Robin Hood’s Bay holds its roots as a small Yorkshire fishing village, but it’s become a very popular tourist spot in its location, with winding roads and excellent coastal views. The novel Dracula has scenes set in Robin Hoods Bay. So if you’ve read the book, you can understand the atmosphere and admire its steep steps and narrow winding streets.