Fraisthorpe beach is a sandy beach on the East Yorkshire coast and forms part of Bridlington Bay. At this beach, you will have lots of sand as the tide goes out a long way and is great for dog walkers as allowed all year round and lots of space.
You will also be able to spot debris from sea defence and World War II structures on the beach, once they were on the cliffs but due to coastal corrosion are now on the beach and in the sea.
Fraisthorpe is a popular kitesurfing beach as it is quieter than Bridlington beach and the water is shallow a long way out. But, do avoid either side of high tide as you will need to contend with the World War II structures.
It is about a 3-mile walk from Fraisthorpe into Bridlington but do check the tide times as if they come in the coastal path is a lot longer.
Small car park at end of a single track lane that is charged whilst the dog-friendly cafe and toilets are a short walk from the car park and beach.
Fraisthorpe Beach is dog friendly and allows dogs all year.
Water samples are taken at regular intervals during the bathing season and at the end of the season the water quality is classified as: - Excellent: the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest - Good: generally good water quality - Sufficient: meets minimum standards - Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
7 Day Weather Forecast
Today Expect a temp in the range 14.4℃ to 17.9℃ with wind speed 3.2 m/sec (SSE)
Friday, Jul 01 Expect a temp in the range 12.1℃ to 12.9℃ with wind speed 1.8 m/sec (SW)
Saturday, Jul 02 Expect a temp in the range 12℃ to 13.7℃ with wind speed 4.5 m/sec (SW)
Sunday, Jul 03 Expect a temp in the range 10.8℃ to 12.6℃ with wind speed 3.4 m/sec (WSW)
Monday, Jul 04 Expect a temp in the range 12.9℃ to 14.1℃ with wind speed 3.6 m/sec (SW)
Tuesday, Jul 05 Expect a temp in the range 10℃ to 11.9℃ with wind speed 4.3 m/sec (W)
Wednesday, Jul 06 Expect a temp in the range 13.2℃ to 15.4℃ with wind speed 4.2 m/sec (W)
Bridlington weather forecast from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK
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The Cow Shed is located at Fraisthorpe Beach and offers home-cooked food using locally sourced ingredients. The cafe is a dog-friendly cafe easily accessed from the beach. Why not come and enjoy a homemade scone or cake created by our own baker, whilst enjoying a coffee of your choice or a pot of Yorkshire tea. Read more…
The Prior John is a Wetherspoon pub in Bridlington, East Yorkshire. Our pub offers a range of real ales, craft beers and freshly ground Lavazza coffee. Breakfast is served until noon, with our full food menu available until 11 pm. Read more…
Thornwick Bay cafe is situated on the cliff top at Thornwick Bay. The cafe serves hot and cold food and is open during Spring, Summer and Autumn seasons. Read more…
Barmston beach is a 2km stretch of sandy beach with rocks and pebbles backed by soft clay cliffs south of Bridlington. The land around Barmston is only just above sea level and this area is constantly threatened by the North Sea. You can clearly see evidence of this erosion by the way the beach road just stops at a barrier Read more…
Wilsthorpe beach is part of a long stretch of sand just to the south of Bridlington on the Yorkshire Coast. This sandy beach is backed by sand dunes and low cliffs and as the tide goes out you get a flat expanse of golden sand which is ideal for taking long walks or water sports. These flat sands make it Read more…
The South Promenade at Bridlington stretches 2 miles from the Harbour South Wall to the Boat Compound. Land train along the promenade. Facilities include car parking, cafe, shops, promenade, childrens paddling pool, deck chair and chalet hire. Lifeguards in summer in marked areas. Read more…
Bridlington North Promenade stretches for 2 miles from the North Harbour Wall up to Limekiln Lane. Land train runs along the promenade. Facilities include car parking, cafe, shops, promenade, children’s paddling pool, deck chair/chalet hire and with lifeguards in summer in marked areas. Read more…
Fraisthorpe Beach has the best kitesurfing conditions on the long East Riding of Yorkshire coast and is located just a short distance from Bridlington. The beach during the summer has a restricted power kite zone stretching to the north of the car park but during other times you have access to the whole beach. For weather and tide times check Read more…
In the 14th Century the Bayle was the Gatehouse to Bridlington Priory. Today the Bayle is a Grade I listed Building and it’s exhibits frequently change. Access to the museum is via two staircases, one of these being a stone spiral with rope handrail. Read more…
Bridlington Priory was one of the great monastic houses of England. Its wealth and possessions made it a key monastery in the North and one of the largest and richest of the Augustinian order. Read more…
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