England
Kingston-Upon-Hull (also known colloquially as just ‘Hull’) sits on the north bank of the Humber Estuary, giving it a prime spot for transporting to mainland Europe. It’s no surprise that the area has been inhabited by humans for over 1000 years, since the location offered plenty of access by ship and to In 2017, Hull became the UK City of …
England
Hornsea is a quaint coastal Yorkshire town with a history steeped in Victorian tourism. But the area has been lived in for centuries, and there’s plenty to do here that will keep the whole family occupied. If you’re looking for a town with a vast unspoiled beach that doesn’t attract the same level of tourists each Summer as other hotspots …
England
Atwick is located on the East Yorkshire coast. It’s a small coastal village of brick houses and just over 300 people. Beside it lies a beautiful golden beach, and it’s rooted in folklore and mythology. Nearby, there are dramatic cliffs that offer an incredible view over the North Sea. When pronouncing the name, the ‘w’ is silent. So, the actual …
England
Hessle sits on the banks of the River Humber, near the estuary and near to Kingston-Upon-Hull (known simply as Hull). It’s a local town with a rich past in shipbuilding, and expanded dramatically because of its geographical location. As people moved out of the dirty city, merchants moved to Hessle and constructed large houses. Now it’s known for The Humber …
Scotland
Over time, Skye has had different historic influences. It was first occupied by Gaelic speakers from Ireland during the prehistoric era. Then it was ruled by Norsemen from 9-12th centuries. Once it was controlled by Scotland, the MacLeod clan occupied Dunvegan Castle as their primary seat on Skye. Culture on Skye primarily comes from fishing and crofting communities who suffered …
England
Anderby Creek is a tranquil hamlet between Skegness and Chapel St. Leonards in Lincolnshire. It’s known for the serene sandy beach that stretches along its coastline, a beautiful spot to visit all year round. It’s a tiny place with just a few houses, a shop and a village pub. The entire hamlet is built around the end of a creek …
England
Chapel St Leonards is a village in Lincolnshire between two popular beach resorts, Skegness and Mablethorpe. It’s on the coast and has miles of unspoiled golden sandy beach to enjoy. There are a couple of excellent visitor attractions for nature lovers too. If you’re looking for a location that is tranquil, away from the busy crowds, then Chapel St Leonards …
England
Cleethorpes is a busy seaside town that sits on the estuary of the River Humber. It rose in popularity as a holiday destination during the 1800s and continues to be popular with tourists looking for a seaside resort. There’s plenty to do both on the beach or in the town, so you won’t ever be bored. History Humans have occupied …
Scotland
Coll is one of Scotland’s smaller inhabited islands with less than 200 residents, only thirteen miles long and a maximum of three miles across. It’s an unspoiled island with plenty of rugged coastline and sandy beaches waiting to be explored. If you’re taking an island-hopping trip around the Hebrides, it’s not one to be missed. One of the best attractions …
England
A beautiful town on the southern estuary of the River Humber, Barton-Upon-Humber, has a lot to offer visitors. The entire town is steeped in history, so if you want to visit a place that’ll make you feel you’re stepping back in time, this is worth a look. It’s also the beginning point for the Viking Way under the impressive Humber …
