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Visit East Yorkshire

East Yorkshire has it all, and then some. Miles of stunning coastline, the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Wolds, market towns full of independent shops and brilliant places to eat. However you like to holiday, you'll find your version of it here.

Walk the chalk cliffs at Bempton where half a million seabirds come to nest each spring. Explore Beverley, one of England's finest medieval market towns. Take the dog for a long beach walk at Bridlington, then sit down to the best fish and chips you've had in years. Or simply find a bench somewhere in the Wolds, look out over the scenery, and remember what a proper holiday feels like.

Whether you're planning a family seaside break, a short escape with someone you love, or a day out on your doorstep, East Yorkshire is closer than you think and well worth the journey.

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A panoramic view of the East Yorkshire coast at Bempton Cliffs

The East Yorkshire Coast

From the towering chalk cliffs at Bempton - home to over half a million nesting seabirds - to the wide sandy beaches at Bridlington and the wild, windswept headland at Spurn Point, the East Yorkshire coast is full of surprises. Bucket-and-spade beaches, bracing cliff walks, fresh seafood and proper…

A view across the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Wolds in East Yorkshire.

The Yorkshire Wolds

Rolling chalk hills, hidden valleys, quiet country lanes and skies that go on forever. Walk the Yorkshire Wolds Way National Trail, stumble across villages that time has been kind to, and discover the landscapes that captured the imagination of David Hockney.

A couple taking a stroll along Beverley Beck with the Minster in the background.

Beverley

Beverley is one of England's great market towns and it's well worth making the trip. Wander the cobbled lanes around the magnificent Minster, browse independent shops and a brilliant Saturday market, catch a race day at one of the country's most beautiful racecourses, and finish the day at a pub or…

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There's so much to see, do and eat here

East Yorkshire is packed with things to do, whether that's a big family day out at a top attraction, a wildlife walk along the cliffs, a browse around an independent market or an afternoon on two wheels exploring the countryside. When you're done, you'll be spoilt for choice for places to eat and drink, from fresh fish and chips on the seafront to farm-to-fork restaurants, local ales and a food scene that punches well above its weight. And when it comes to finding somewhere to stay, there's something here for every kind of trip - seaside B&Bs, self-catering cottages tucked away in the countryside, glamping sites and everything in between.

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A platter of fresh shellfish from Bridlington

10 reasons East Yorkshire should be on every foodie's radar

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East Yorkshire doesn't shout about its food scene. It doesn't need to. From a Michelin starred inn tucked into the countryside to a MasterChef champion's bistrot in a market town, from one of Europe's most celebrated lobster fisheries to a Victorian market hall reborn as a buzzing food hall, there's…

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Two members of the ALTUS running club taking part in a trails run in the Yorkshire Wolds.

Spring trail running on the Yorkshire Wolds Way

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With Spring well and truly under way, it feels like the perfect time to showcase what our region has to offer when it comes to trail running routes, particularly the Yorkshire Wolds Way. To those of you reading this and thinking “who and what is ALTUS Running?” – it’s lovely to meet you. We’re an…

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A little girl in the grounds of Sledmere House in East Yorkshire

7 East Yorkshire locations that echo the elegance of Bridgerton

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With the long‑awaited return of Bridgerton Series 4 just hitting Netflix, it’s the perfect time to step into your own Regency-inspired world right here in East Yorkshire. Our region is full of grand houses, romantic gardens and timeless architecture that capture the same elegance, charm and drama…

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A family walking a winding path towards the iconic black and white Spurn Lighthouse in East Yorkshire

Top 10 must sees

From dramatic clifftops to medieval masterpieces, these are the East Yorkshire experiences worth travelling for.

East Yorkshire right now

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