Dicky Wood

You'll find yourself in proper woodland just inland from Bridlington - the sort of place that feels a world away from the seaside chaos even though it's minutes from the promenade. Dicky Wood is a genuine forest walk rather than a manicured park, with decent paths threading through mature trees and enough undergrowth to feel genuinely wild.

It's ideal for families who want to burn off some energy without the usual theme park faffing about. Kids can explore without too much fuss, and there are enough fallen logs and natural obstacles to keep them entertained for a good hour or two. Serious walkers will find it a bit modest - you're not talking dramatic vistas or summit achievements here - but it's solid for a morning ramble if the weather's decent.

The main appeal is the contrast: you duck in from the flat Yorkshire coast and suddenly there's actual woodland around you. Birdsong, dappled light through the canopy, the smell of damp earth. Real forest stuff. We'd suggest going mid-morning before the Bridlington day-trippers start wandering inland, and definitely check the ground conditions after heavy rain as it can get properly boggy.

If you're based at Haven Thornwick Bay Holiday Village nearby, this beats a repeat trudge to the seafront. It's close enough for a half-day outing but far enough removed from the holiday park hustle to feel like an actual adventure. Worth the detour if you're in the area, though don't expect anything dramatically Instagram-worthy.