Flamborough
Parish in East Riding of Yorkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 54.12, -0.111 |
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| OS grid ref: | TA 23 70 |
| Population: | 1,914 |
| Dialling code: | 01262 (Bridlington) |
The village and civil parish of Flamborough sits on the eastern tip of the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, occupying the striking chalk promontory known as Flamborough Head. Its white cliffs, sea caves and stacks make it a notable coastal landmark, and the headland is protected for its seabird colonies, marine life and geological interest; a prominent lighthouse and strong tidal flows underline a long maritime history.
Locally the economy mixes fishing, small-scale farming and tourism, with boat trips, birdwatching and cliff walks drawing visitors in summer while a resilient, close‑knit community keeps village life going year‑round. The area’s maritime heritage, walking routes and nearby resorts such as Bridlington add to its appeal for nature lovers and those interested in coastal history.
Postcode districts covering Flamborough
Most populated places nearby
- Scarborough 15.1 miles24.3 km
- Bridlington 4 miles6.4 km
- Beverley 23.1 miles37.2 km
- Driffield 15.4 miles24.7 km
Neighbouring places
- Flamborough Built-up area 0.5 miles0.8 km
- Bridlington North Ward 1.8 miles2.8 km
- Bempton Built-up area 2.9 miles4.6 km
- Bridlington Built-up area 4 miles6.4 km
- Bridlington Central and Old Town Ward 4.9 miles7.8 km
- Bridlington South Ward 4.9 miles7.8 km
- Wilsthorpe Built-up area 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Boynton Parish 6 miles9.6 km
- Reighton Parish 6.6 miles10.5 km
- Grindale Parish 6.6 miles10.6 km
- Carnaby Built-up area 6.7 miles10.7 km
- Reighton Sands Built-up area 6.7 miles10.7 km
Example postcodes in Flamborough
YO15 1JZ, YO15 1AD, YO15 1DA, YO15 1PB, YO15 1PZ, YO15 1QA, YO15 1AE, YO15 1LG, YO15 1BG … See all
Transport links
- Doncaster Sheffield Airport 57.2 miles92.1 km
- Durham Tees Valley Airport 59.6 miles95.9 km
- Bempton Railway Station 2.8 miles4.5 km
- Bridlington Railway Station 4.3 miles7 km
Hotels near Flamborough Ad
- The Ransdale 3.7 miles5.9 km
- Monarch Hotel 2 4.5 miles7.3 km
- The Revelstoke Hotel 4 3.8 miles6.1 km
- Belvedere Hotel and Golf 5.2 miles8.3 km
- Manor Court Hotel 6.6 miles10.6 km
- The Brunswick Hotel 2 4.2 miles6.8 km
- The Piebald Inn 9.1 miles14.7 km
- The Bay Filey 8.1 miles13.1 km
- The White Swan Hotel 9.6 miles15.4 km
Schools in Flamborough
- Flamborough C of E (VC) Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- North Beach Beach 3.1 miles5 km
- Fraisethorpe Beach Beach 6.5 miles10.5 km
- Star Carr Archaeological site 14 miles22.5 km
- Scarborough Signal Station Historic site 16 miles25.8 km