Description:
One of the most impressive areas of chalk cliffs in England, Flamborough Headland rises to a height of some 400 feet. The white chalk is overlaid by clay, creating an unusual variety of plant and wildlife species.

As well, the cliffs are home to Britain's only mainland colony of gannets. There is an RSPB bird sanctuary near Buckton, on the northern shore of Flamborough Head.

A visitor centre at Flamborough organises a program of regular walks and lectures. The area is also a popular boating centre, and there are fine sandy beaches both to the north and south of the Heritage Coast.

Area Countryside attractions:
The Wolds Way
This long distance path begins at Filey, to the north of Flamborough, and curves inland following the escarpment of the Yorkshire Wolds through open countryside to Kingston-upon-Hull. More ...

Spurn Head
South along the coast from Flamborough is Spurn Head Heritage Coast, a long, narrow hook of sand and shingle at the mouth of the Humber River.

Cleveland Way
The Cleveland Way National Trail is a walk of contrasts. For most of its route it runs through the wild beauty of the North York Moors National Park. Reminders of a colourful past abound along the trail, from the remains of the marvellous Cistercian abbey at Rievaulx to the ruins of Roman signaling stations that dot the coastline. More ...

Attractions in the Northeast

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Contacts

Heritage Coast Officer 4-6 Victoria Road Bridlington, North Humberside Y015 2BW Tourist Information Centres