Explore a scenic pebble beach backed by chalk cliffs with abundant rockpools, wildlife spotting, and nearby coastal walking trails perfect for families.

South Landing Beach offers families a peaceful coastal destination on the south side of Flamborough Head, located within a designated Local Nature Reserve just 3 miles north-east of Bridlington. The shingle and pebble beach is backed by grassy chalk cliffs that provide natural shelter from sea breezes, creating a welcoming environment for visitors of all ages. The beach is particularly renowned for its rockpools, which teem with crabs, small fish, and other wildlife at low tide—an engaging activity for children interested in marine life. Bird watching enthusiasts will appreciate the variety of seabirds visible throughout the year, including guillemots, gannets, sand martins, and fulmars in summer, with eider ducks appearing in winter. The area features excellent walking trails, including scenic cliff-top walks with panoramic views over Bridlington Bay. Families can enhance their visit by exploring the nearby Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Living Seas Centre, which educates visitors about ocean ecosystems and local creatures. The venue is dog-friendly year-round, making it ideal for families with pets. Facilities include a pay-and-display car park with picnic areas, a café, toilets with disabled access, and a first-aid point. The location is perfect for rock pooling, fishing, diving, and snorkelling, offering diverse outdoor activities for all family members.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

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Hermien S

a month ago

Nice place, you can make a lovely walk or visit the nice beach.

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Jon Fifi

2 months ago

We have visited south landing beach a a few times over the last couple of years and it is a peaceful and relaxing area. There is plenty of paid parking and the sea centre is a fantastic place to learn about the environment, birds and nature.

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John Neale

6 months ago

Beautiful beach, good parking, step but good walk from carpal to beach. We visited midweek in January, we saw one other person.

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Emech

a year ago

Wow,wow, wow A really special place to watch the sunset. Beautiful beach with whitewashed pebbles. Lots of sand to. We love visiting just before sunset. Wonderful chalk cliffs. If you’re lucky you may even see a bunch of ladies taking a dip in the sea. (flamborough Flippers)

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Kelly Mills

a year ago

Lovely walk around the nature reserve and the cliff top views are stunning. Especially sea sparkles in the mornings on a winters day. Wrap up though as it can be cold and windy. Love the empty beach too so the dogs can play

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026