Best walks from Filey

Filey Station to Bridlington Station

stunning views. A walk of two parts: a steep, exposed coastal cliff path with narrow paths through scrubby woods, field edges and open paths and then an inland section of wide farm tracks and quiet roads with wide verges. A steep staircase up onto the cliffs and very steep ground up to the trig point and Bempton; probably muddy in winter. The RSPB site at Bempton offers superb seabird watching (gannets, razorbills, puffins, fulmars); bring binoculars. Follows the King Charles III England Coast Path along the cliffs.

23km.

Part of the path up to the trig point and Bempton cliffs is very steep (100%+), with steps kicked into the turf; in very wet or windy weather it may require a scramble. The route is open to the elements.

Lunch: A tea shop near Bempton village and a pub at a coastal housing development en route.

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Scarborough Station to Filey Station

stunning, coastal path. A clifftop coastal walk along the Cleveland Way and England Coast Path, well signposted and waymarked. Good paths but very exposed, with several short steep inclines and steps and uneven terrain; some muddy sections in wet weather. Largely follows the Cleveland Way long-distance footpath. Many benches at the Filey end. Cayton Bay offers a rest or snack stop; toilets only at the start and end.

Tough: steep ascents. 16km.

Very exposed to wind and sun with no shelter; bring appropriate clothing and sun protection. The cliffs are subject to frequent collapse, so expect unexpected diversions and take extra care near the edge. The section along the sea defences into Scarborough can become dangerous or impassable at high tides and in stormy seas.

Lunch: There is a pub at Osgodby, roughly midway.

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