Bridlington is a classic seaside town on the Yorkshire coast. Its harbour divides two long sandy beaches, and just to the north the chalk cliffs of Flamborough Head rise above the North Sea.
Why visit Bridlington
For beaches, fresh seafood and wildlife. It is a traditional family resort with promenades and amusements, but also a gateway to wild headlands where thousands of seabirds nest every spring.
Top things to do in Bridlington
The beaches and promenade
The North Beach and South Beach, both sandy, with promenades, beach huts, cafés and land trains along the front.
The harbour
A working harbour where fishing boats land crab and lobster, with boat trips along the coast in summer.
Sewerby Hall and the Old Town
Sewerby Hall and Gardens, a Georgian house with gardens and a small zoo, and the Old Town around Bridlington Priory, with antique shops and tea rooms.
Flamborough Head and Bempton Cliffs
White chalk cliffs, sea caves and a lighthouse at Flamborough, and the RSPB Bempton Cliffs reserve, home to gannets and puffins in spring and summer.
Best time to visit Bridlington
May to September is best for the beach. April to July is the time to see puffins and other seabirds at Bempton Cliffs.
Getting to and around Bridlington
Trains run from Hull in about 45 minutes and north to Scarborough. The town is easy to walk, and buses go to Flamborough and Sewerby.
What to eat in Bridlington
Fresh crab and lobster from the harbour, fish and chips on the seafront and ice cream on the promenade.
Bridlington FAQ
Is Bridlington good for families?
Yes. Sandy beaches, rock pools, amusements and the land train are popular with children.
When can I see puffins near Bridlington?
Usually from April to July at Bempton Cliffs and Flamborough.
