Square Wood

Square Wood is a proper little woodland tucked just outside Bridlington, the kind of place locals know about but visitors often miss entirely. It's a working forest rather than a manicured park - conifers mostly, planted in those geometric blocks that give it its name, with paths winding through that feel genuinely remote despite being minutes from the coast.

The main appeal here is the walk itself. It's not demanding - flat enough for a steady amble, and you can do a circuit in under an hour depending on how lost you get in the trees. The light filters through in that particular way conifer woods do, creating a cool, quiet atmosphere that's a proper escape from the bustle of Bridlington seafront. Families with younger kids will get a decent stretch of legs here, though there's not a playground or visitor facilities to speak of - it's just trees, paths, and air.

Walkers will appreciate it as a break from the chalk cliffs and coastal paths that dominate this stretch of Yorkshire. Birdwatchers sometimes find it worth a visit too, especially in spring. The ground is soft underfoot and can get muddy after rain, so decent shoes are essential.

If you're staying at one of the holiday parks dotted around Bridlington - the Caravan Club site is practically on the doorstep - Square Wood makes an easy detour. It's free and accessible, though there's nowhere obvious to park a large caravan, so walking distance from accommodation works best. Don't expect thrills, but if you need a bit of woodland quiet while based at the coast, it does the job.