steps connect

Concrete steps carved into the chalk cliffs link Bridlington's north and south beaches, creating a proper shortcut that saves a lengthy walk around the harbour. The steps are steep and can be slippery when wet, but they're well-maintained and offer cracking views over Bridlington Bay as you climb.

Families with pushchairs will struggle here - it's really one for those happy to tackle a bit of a climb. The steps connect the quieter north side with the livelier south beach, so they're handy if you're staying at South Shore Holiday Park or South Cliff Holiday Park and want to explore both sides without the car.

There's no charge to use them, and they're accessible year-round, though I'd avoid them in icy conditions. The climb takes about five minutes at a steady pace, longer if you stop for photos. Worth noting that the top and bottom can get busy during peak summer months when day-trippers are hunting for parking.

If you're based at one of the nearby caravan parks like Parkdean Resorts Barmston Beach Holiday Park or Haven Thornwick Bay Holiday Village, these steps make a useful addition to coastal walks. They're not a destination in themselves, but they're a practical bit of local infrastructure that actually works rather well.