East Wolds and Coastal
Ward in East Riding of Yorkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 54.036, -0.353 |
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| OS grid ref: | TA 07 61 |
| Dialling code: | 01377 (Driffield) |
The East Wolds and Coastal ward sits on the eastern edge of the East Riding of Yorkshire, combining gentle lowland farmland with a stretch of the Yorkshire coast. The landscape is a mix of arable fields, hedged lanes and dramatic sea cliffs, with seaside settlements and popular birdwatching spots such as Bempton Cliffs and the promontory at Flamborough Head close by, while the larger resort of Bridlington lies within easy reach.
Locally the economy relies on agriculture, coastal tourism and small‑scale fishing, with village pubs, caravan parks and nature reserves playing a big part in community life; heritage is visible in lighthouses, wartime defences and longstanding coastal traditions. It’s an area valued for wildlife and outdoor recreation, drawing walkers and birders in summer while retaining a quiet rural character for residents.
Postcode districts covering East Wolds and Coastal
Most populated places nearby
- Kingston upon Hull 18.6 miles
- Scarborough 15.1 miles
- Bridlington 7.4 miles
- Beverley 13.8 miles
- Brough and Elloughton 22.7 miles
- Driffield 4 miles
- Barton-upon-Humber 24.4 miles
- Hedon 21.4 miles
Neighbouring places
- Harpham Parish 0.9 miles
- Kelk Parish 1.7 miles
- Burton Agnes Built-up area 1.9 miles
- Nafferton Built-up area 1.9 miles
- Kilham Built-up area 2.2 miles
- Foston Parish 3.7 miles
- Foston on the Wolds Built-up area 3.8 miles
- Driffield Built-up area 4 miles
- Rudston Built-up area 4.1 miles
- Skerne and Wansford Parish 4.1 miles
- Carnaby Built-up area 4.8 miles
- Barmston Parish 4.9 miles
Example postcodes in East Wolds and Coastal
YO25 4LR, YO25 3PZ, YO15 3QS, YO25 3PF, YO25 9RN, YO25 9PY, YO25 8RH, YO16 4UR, YO25 4YZ … See all
Transport links
- Doncaster Sheffield Airport 46.6 miles
- Durham Tees Valley Airport 54.4 miles
- Nafferton Railway Station 2.1 miles
- Driffield Railway Station 4 miles
Hotels in East Wolds and Coastal Ad
Schools in East Wolds and Coastal
- Beeford C of E Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary
- Brandesburton Primary School Primary
- Burton Agnes C of E Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary
- Hutton Cranswick Community Primary School Primary
- Kilham C of E Voluntary Controlled School Primary
- Nafferton Primary School Primary
- North Frodingham Primary School Primary
- Skipsea Primary School Primary
- Wold Newton Foundation School Primary
Local points of interest
- Fraisethorpe Beach Beach 5.7 miles
- North Beach Beach 8.3 miles
- Star Carr Archaeological site 12.6 miles
- Meaux Abbey Historic site 13.5 miles
- Beverley Racecourse Recreation 13.8 miles
- Wolds Way Lavender Gardens 15.1 miles
- The Walled Garden Gardens 16.1 miles
- Swine Priory Historic site 16.1 miles
- Scarborough Signal Station Historic site 17.4 miles
- Eden Camp Museum 19 miles
- Grimston Hall Estate 19.4 miles