The Yorkshire Coast is home to some of the quaintest villages and beaches in the country (if we do say so ourselves), and it seems The Express agrees. The newspaper has included one of North Yorkshire’s own in its list of the 17 ridiculously beautiful little UK seaside villages you must visit at least once.
Runswick Bay, a charming village nestled between Whitby and Staithes, has been praised as it “boasts a mile of secluded bay and gorgeous beach”. With its rich coastal heritage, the Yorkshire coast boasts everything from sweeping sandy beaches to hidden fossils and even its own chalk cliffs. It’s no wonder the British seaside holds such appeal, and the smaller villages dotted along “God’s Own Country” offer a refreshing alternative to more crowded seaside destinations.
In the feature, it’s described as “a picturesque North Yorkshire coastal village, boasting a mile of secluded bay and gorgeous beach. This stunning northern village has a gorgeous beach surrounded by red-roofed cottages and rugged cliffs. Just under 10 miles from Whitby, Runswick Bay is part of the Jurassic coast and a great fossil-hunting spot.”
Runswick Bay has an interesting history too. The original village was rebuilt in 1682 following a devastating landslide. Today, the cottages cling to the cliffside, many of which were once fishermen’s homes, though many are now holiday lets. Due to the narrow streets, visitors are advised to travel by bus or on foot, particularly via the scenic Cleveland Way National Trail.
If you’d like to check out The Express’ full list of seaside spots to visit, you can head to the website here.
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