Whitby beach is just short of a two hour drive away from Leeds. Photo: Tony JohnsonWhitby beach is just short of a two hour drive away from Leeds. Photo: Tony Johnson
Whitby beach is just short of a two hour drive away from Leeds. Photo: Tony Johnson

Summer holidays 2021: six beaches near to Leeds and West Yorkshire

As we enter the second week of the summer holidays, a trip to the sea is the perfect family outing to escape city life and enjoy the ocean breeze.
By Abi Whistance
Published 3rd Aug 2021, 11:45 BST

Here's our list of six beaches within a two hours drive away from Leeds.

Only an hour and a half car ride away from Leeds, Filey beach is the perfect spot to take your family for a weekend in the sun. Take a stroll on the sand, watch the fishermen cast their nets or take a horse ride along the coast- there's plenty to try your hand at. Dogs are banned at Filey beach currently.

1. Filey

Only an hour and a half car ride away from Leeds, Filey beach is the perfect spot to take your family for a weekend in the sun. Take a stroll on the sand, watch the fishermen cast their nets or take a horse ride along the coast- there's plenty to try your hand at. Dogs are banned at Filey beach currently. Photo: Google

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Opposite the village Marske-By-The-Sea, Marske Sands is a large beach just short of an hour and a half away from Leeds. The vast open space on this beach makes it perfect for a number of sports, with many using it to try surfing, boating and fishing all year round. Marske Sands is a dog friendly beach.

2. Marske Sands

Opposite the village Marske-By-The-Sea, Marske Sands is a large beach just short of an hour and a half away from Leeds. The vast open space on this beach makes it perfect for a number of sports, with many using it to try surfing, boating and fishing all year round. Marske Sands is a dog friendly beach. Photo: Google

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Situated in the East Riding of Yorkshire, Hornsea is a quaint little seaside town with a beautiful shingle beach only an hour and a half drive away from Leeds. A short walk away from the coast is their local museum, a converted farmhouse full of vintage toys and pottery open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday. Dogs are currently banned from this beach.

3. Hornsea

Situated in the East Riding of Yorkshire, Hornsea is a quaint little seaside town with a beautiful shingle beach only an hour and a half drive away from Leeds. A short walk away from the coast is their local museum, a converted farmhouse full of vintage toys and pottery open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday. Dogs are currently banned from this beach. Photo: Google

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With a long promenade and gorgeous views overlooking the sea, Bridlington beach is ideal for a day trip when the weather is heating up. On top of the beautiful sights, there's also a range of activities available for the whole family to enjoy; cast a line and try fishing, fly a kite or visit one of the many cafes near the seafront. Bridlington is just under two hours away by car, with dogs temporarily banned from this beach.

4. Bridlington

With a long promenade and gorgeous views overlooking the sea, Bridlington beach is ideal for a day trip when the weather is heating up. On top of the beautiful sights, there's also a range of activities available for the whole family to enjoy; cast a line and try fishing, fly a kite or visit one of the many cafes near the seafront. Bridlington is just under two hours away by car, with dogs temporarily banned from this beach. Photo: Google

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One of the more popular choices for a seaside trip, Whitby is just short of a two hour car ride away from Leeds. With beautifully clear waters and a choice of two large beaches, it's no wonder this beach is busy throughout the summer months. Donkey rides and beach hut rentals are available on both beaches, with dogs banned during the Summer.

5. Whitby

One of the more popular choices for a seaside trip, Whitby is just short of a two hour car ride away from Leeds. With beautifully clear waters and a choice of two large beaches, it's no wonder this beach is busy throughout the summer months. Donkey rides and beach hut rentals are available on both beaches, with dogs banned during the Summer. Photo: Google

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Only a twenty minute drive away from coastal favourite Whitby, Runswick Bay is a slightly more sheltered beach with an incredible view of the sea and neighbouring town. This beach has the added benefit of rock pools running alongside the coast, perfect for exploring with the kids during your visit.

6. Runswick Bay

Only a twenty minute drive away from coastal favourite Whitby, Runswick Bay is a slightly more sheltered beach with an incredible view of the sea and neighbouring town. This beach has the added benefit of rock pools running alongside the coast, perfect for exploring with the kids during your visit. Photo: Google

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