News, pictures and stories to inspire your next Yorkshire holiday cottage stay

Did you know that the North Yorkshire coast is also known as the Dinosaur Coast? It’s true. From Filey in the south to Saltburn in the north, the North Yorkshire coast is one of the richest areas for fossil hunting in the UK. Here’s our guide to Fossil hunting in Whitby.

Fancy a scenic walk in Whitby? You’re in luck. Some of the best sights and sounds on the North Yorkshire coast are within walking distance. Take a cliff edge walk along the North Sea or head out into the Moors – the choice is yours.

We Brits love a bit of retail therapy – and the market days in North Yorkshire do not disappoint. Whether you’re mixing up a trip to the coast with a stroll around the shops, or hitting your credit card inland, you can’t go wrong in North Yorkshire.

Nestled on the Yorkshire Coast, Bridlington has been a firm holiday favourite for over a century. Its old town and high street are home to fine dining and family-friendly places, while Bridlington seafront combines good food with cracking views. Here’s our list of top restaurants in Bridlington.

Steeped in more than 3,000 years of history, Scarborough Castle has a whole anthology of stories to tell. From clifftop views to ghost tours, there’s something for the whole family. Grab yourself some Scarborough Castle tickets and see what God’s own country has to offer.

RSPB Bempton Cliffs is a birdlife haven on the East Riding of Yorkshire coast. It’s a fabulous day out for families, birdwatchers and walkers, set along the sprawling cliffs of the North Sea.

There’s a reason why they call it God’s Own Country. Yorkshire has some of the most outstanding accolades of anywhere in the country, from the oldest visitor attractions to the highest pubs – and everything in between. If you need any other excuse to visit one of the best places on Earth, check out our list […]

No trip to the seaside would be complete without nipping into a local pub. As you wander Whitby’s old town and harbour, you’ll find no end of options. Some of the best pubs in Whitby are situated right on the quayside, while some are hidden away in back streets – or even perched on the […]

Feel like making your way up to one of Yorkshire’s glorious seaside towns? Beyond the sea, there are so many things to do in Scarborough, whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple or with the family.

For a full-steam-ahead day out filled with history, excitement, and fantastic scenery, head for the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. It’s one of the United Kingdom’s most legendary heritage railways, transporting passengers back in time as they steam through the North York Moors national park.