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Bridlington

Built-up area in East Riding of Yorkshire, England

Coordinates:54.091, -0.196
OS grid ref:TA 18 67
Population:35,154
Dialling code: 01262

Bridlington in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England is a classic North Sea seaside town on the sweep of Bridlington Bay, with wide sandy beaches, a working harbour and easy access to dramatic chalk cliffs at Flamborough Head and the seabird colonies at Bempton Cliffs, which draw birdwatchers and coastal walkers.

Once a medieval port with its own priory, Bridlington became a Victorian resort and still mixes tourism, a modest fishing fleet and retirement communities; the old town and Bridlington Priory reflect its history while the Spa and seafront entertain visitors. The local economy leans on day‑trippers, holiday parks and seasonal trade, and the town shares the familiar social challenges of many British coastal places, such as seasonal employment and services for an ageing population.

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Transport links

  • Airport Doncaster Sheffield Airport 53.5 miles86.2 km
  • Airport Durham Tees Valley Airport 57.5 miles92.5 km
  • Railway station Bridlington Railway Station 0.5 miles0.8 km
  • Railway station Bempton Railway Station 2.6 miles4.2 km

Local points of interest

  • North Beach Beach 0.9 miles1.5 km
  • Fraisethorpe Beach Beach 3.1 miles5 km
  • Star Carr Archaeological site 12.3 miles19.8 km
  • Scarborough Signal Station Historic site 15.6 miles25 km
  • Meaux Abbey Historic site 18.3 miles29.5 km
  • Wolds Way Lavender Gardens 19.4 miles31.3 km
  • Beverley Racecourse Recreation 19.9 miles32.1 km
  • Swine Priory Historic site 20 miles32.2 km

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