Attractions and Heritage, Staithes

Staithes

Staithes is one of the most picturesque villages on the Yorkshire Coast and completely unspoilt by the modern world.

he village has a unique charm with huddled cottages, winding streets and towering cliffs. The ‘old village,’ located in a small sheltered cove at the base of the cliff, is home to small B&Bs and local fishermen’s cottages. Soaring, rugged cliffs and good access to coastal pathways make Staithes the perfect place for walking, exploring and birdwatching. The local lifeboat station on the north side of the river chronicles the heroic actions of the local life boat crew.

The beauty of the village has always lent itself to art and has a long history of well-known painters, including a small group of artists known as the “Staithes Group” or the “Northern Impressionists”.