Ward in East Riding of Yorkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 53.904, -0.197 |
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| OS grid ref: | TA 18 46 |
| Dialling code: | 01964 (Hornsea) |
North Holderness is a mainly rural, coastal ward in the East Riding of Yorkshire, sitting on the low-lying agricultural plain of Holderness between the Humber Estuary and the North Sea. The landscape is characterised by rich arable fields, scattered villages and a coastline famously vulnerable to erosion, so you’ll find a mix of farming, small-scale seaside recreation and people who commute into Kingston upon Hull for work.
Locally there’s a long agricultural and maritime history reflected in parish churches, cottages and farmsteads, with community life revolving around village halls and small events; tourism and wildlife watch are growing interests thanks to coastal habitats and open countryside. The area feels quietly rooted and practical, with the dramatic Holderness coast and ongoing coastal change a constant part of its character and conversation.
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