St Oswald's Church : Flamborough

The church sits on Flamborough's headland with the North Sea crashing away below - you'd be forgiven for thinking the medieval builders chose the spot purely for drama. St Oswald's is proper old, dating back to the 12th century, and the location is half the appeal. Walk up the path on a blustery day and you'll understand why this corner of East Yorkshire feels so removed from the world.

Inside, it's all the usual church things - stone columns, stained glass, a modest altar - but the setting transforms it into something altogether more memorable. The churchyard offers views across Flamborough Head that alone justify the trip, and on clear days you can see well past Bridlington's seafront.

This works best for walkers and anyone interested in coastal history rather than ornate architecture. You won't spend hours here, but paired with a ramble along the cliffs or a visit to Flamborough Head lighthouse, it becomes part of something bigger. The church itself is free to enter and open to visitors, though opening hours aren't formally published - it pays to check ahead.

If you're based at Haven Thornwick Bay or Flamborough Glamping just down the road, this is an easy afternoon stop. It's a short walk from the holiday parks, making it ideal for those looking to break up a week of seaside routine with something with a bit more character than the typical promenade visit. The headland itself rewards exploration far more than the church interior alone.