Yorkshire Coast

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The Yorkshire Coast offers 45 miles of stunning coastline set against the backdrop of the breathtaking North York Moors. Sweeping sandy beaches, intimate bays and historic fishing villages divide the three traditional resort towns of Scarborough, Whitby and Filey each with their own unique character and vibrant cultural lives.  Whether you spend your time building sandcastles on the beach, strolling through beautiful countryside or riding the crest of a wave on a surfboard, you’ll leave feeling refreshed and invigorated.

As the country’s first seaside resort Scarborough in unmatched for it’s architectural splendour and dramatic views across its North and South Bays.  The town is now attracting new crowds with its funky shops, modern bars and restaurants and a burgeoning surf scene. Museums, galleries and a medieval castle are just some of its cultural gems and for those looking for something to do once the sun has gone down, there’s a lively entertainment scene.

A ruined Abbey looks down on the popular maritime town of Whitby and its bustling quayside. Steeped in history, each twist of the town's close-cobbled streets reveals a different story from explorers and smugglers to Dracula and whaling.

Follow Simon Calder the renowned travel writer as he explores the legend of Dracula, samples some of the finest fish and chips, delves into the history of Robin Hoods Bay and travels across the moors with the North York Moors Railway in the video below.

In Filey, stroll along the elegant Edwardian Crescent or sit back and watch the world go by in one of its scenic gardens.

Between the three main towns you will find the traditional fishing villages of Robin Hoods Bay, Runswick Bay and Staithes.   Surrounded by beautiful heather moorland, rolling hills, ancient woodland and wildlife rich wetlands the area can be explored on foot, bike, horseback and even on-board a romantic steam train that will drop you off in idyllic country villages along the way.

Featured Destinations for the Yorkshire Coast
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Related links:

http://www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com/
http://www.yorkshiremoorsandcoast.com