Kettleness Beach Waterfall: The Yorkshire Coast Hidden Gem -

We are heading into springtime in Yorkshire and since the weather is finally brightening up, we’ve got a little treat for you guys. Yorkshire might be full of wonderful beaches and waterfalls – but did you know there is a Yorkshire beach with a hidden waterfall along the Yorkshire Coast? Found in the little-known hamlet of Kettleness, the stunning Kettleness beach waterfall tumbles over the cliffs onto the golden sands, making a great little gem to explore this Easter weekend.

The incredible curving bay is made up of rocks and small boulders, which offers something different to visitors of the secret beach in Yorkshire.

The little stretch of beach with golden sands – as well as being a great spot for beach fun – is great for exploring the rocks for crabs and fossils. In fact, it is pretty a popular haunt for fossil hunters already. You can find anything from dinosaur bones to ammonites along the shores.

For us though, it has to be the beautiful waterfall that falls straight onto the beach that is the highlight of this cheeky venture out. Located in a remote cove just east of the idyllic fishing village of Runswick Bay, the scramble down the steep, uneven track is well worth the effort once you get down to the beach itself.

Just off the popular Cleveland Way coastal walking route, Hayburn Wyke can also be reached by the Cinder Track, which is a disused railway track running from Scarborough and Whitby.

Upon stepping onto the beach, you’re greeted with a gorgeous waterfall that falls onto the sand and makes its way to the sea – making for the perfect photo opp and adding that extra element of beauty to the peaceful destination.

Kettleness was a village until way back in 1829, when the entire place slid into the sea due to coastal erosion, which has seen many towns and villages along the Yorkshire coast vanish into the North Sea. There are still some remainders of its heritage dotted along the coastline and cliffs if you look closely enough.

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In addition to being a great family-friendly walk, the beach also has no restrictions on dogs, making it a great place to take the pooch for a walk all year round – however, do be aware of the steep scramble down to the beach, which isn’t ideal for everyone.