Skipsea Beach

  • Skipsea Beach - Yorkshire
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  • The narrow, sandy beach at Skipsea lies on the East Riding coast, between Hornsea and Bridlington. There has been some serious coastal erosion here in recent years. A variety of sea defences have been built but most have failed and the erosion marches on at a seemingly unstoppable rate with the cliffs being washed away by the sea.

    The beach is backed by Holderness Cliffs, above which is a static caravan park. The beach’s rural location, and the difficulty accessing the shoreline, ensures that this beach never gets too busy. Birdwatching and fishing are quite popular here.

    Skipsea village has a pub, a service station and a post office. Nearby Skipsea Castle is a good example of an early Norman motte and bailey fortification. Today only the earthenworks and an impressive mound remain.

    Type of beach

    Sandy

    Lifeguard service

    No

    Dogs friendly beach?

    Dogs allowed

    There are no dog restrictions.

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    Activities

    • Good fishing

    Facilities

    • Cafe/restaurant
    • Shop
    • Slipway

    Nearest town

    Hornsea

    Postcode

    YO25 8TU

    OS grid ref.

    TA 1757 5709

    Parking

    Parking is limited.

    Water quality

    Water quality star rating

    Awards

    Marine Conservation Society Recommended

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