Staple Newk

The cliffs at Staple Newk deliver proper coastal drama. You're standing on the edge of North Yorkshire's Yorkshire Coast, where red and grey rock faces drop sharply to the sea below, and on a clear day the view stretches for miles along the Flamborough Head peninsula. It's a genuine working viewpoint - people come here to watch the light change across the water, spot seabirds wheeling around the cliff face, or simply stand and breathe in that salt-thick air.

Walkers will get the most from this spot. The approach involves a decent coastal path trek from nearby Bridlington, and once you're up here, the sense of being genuinely away from things kicks in. History buffs might find the old beacon tower interesting - there's been some form of navigation marker here for centuries. Most visits take a solid hour or so if you're doing the walk and spending time taking it all in. It's free to access, which helps.

The real charm is that it doesn't feel overworked. No gift shop, no café, no crowds unless you time it badly on a bank holiday weekend. That said, it's absolutely hammered by wind, so bring layers and expect to grip onto your map. Fair warning: the cliff edges here demand proper respect. Don't go poking about if the weather's turned.

If you're staying at one of the caravan parks dotted around Bridlington - The Old Mill is closest at under two miles - Staple Newk makes an excellent afternoon venture. Pair it with a proper walk along Flamborough Head itself and you've got yourself a solid day out without spending a penny.