Discover classic seaside charm at Staithes in North Yorkshire <\/p>
There\u2019s a sort of unreality to Staithes \u2013 it\u2019s as if it were someone\u2019s dream of a fishing village<\/a>. <\/p> Red-roofed cottages tumble down to the harbour and to broad Staithes Beck as it forces its way around imposing cliffs and out to sea. <\/p> One sinuous line of old dwellings seems so irretrievably trapped between the river and a headland that they begin desperately climbing the cliffs looking for a way of escape.<\/p> And rather than making do with one seaward landing place, or \u2018staithe\u2019, Staithes has two, hence the name.<\/p> The seaside town of Staithes is in North Yorkshire, between Boulby and Port Mulgrave. And only 10 miles from Whitby<\/a>, if you find yourself visiting the atmospheric location of Bram Stoker’s Gothic novel, Dracula.<\/p> There\u2019s so much to photograph in such a compact space that it\u2019s difficult to know where to begin. <\/p> Down at the harbour, perhaps, where fishing boats still seek shelter from the vicissitudes of the North Sea? On the slender cobbled streets flanked with colourful terraced houses? Or on the path near Cowbar Bank, whose view down onto old Staithes is frequently sited as one of the finest in England? <\/p> If only all dilemmas were as pleasurable.<\/p> Housed in a former Methodist chapel, Staithes Heritage Centre brings the history of the village to life and tells the story of Captain Cook, who served his apprenticeship there.<\/p> Wander along the coast path to sheltered Runswick Bay<\/a> \u2013 a photogenic half-moon of cliffs, expansive, wide beach with rockpools at low tide and eponymous fishing village. <\/p> Runswick Bay has so many second homes and holiday lets that most of the year its picturesque narrow streets and vertiginous steps take on the feel of an abandoned film set.<\/p> The Cod and Lobster<\/strong><\/p> Dog-friendly, traditional pub, which offers food and a spectacular view across the bay. <\/p> 61 High Street, Staithes, Saltburn-by-the-Sea TS13 5BH<\/p> codandlobster.co.uk<\/a><\/p> Dotty’s Vintage Tearoom<\/strong><\/p> Fun, themed cafe with indoor and outdoor seating.<\/p> 28 High Street, Staithes, North York Moors National Park TS13 5BQ<\/p> Dotty’s Vintage Tearoom<\/a> <\/p> Captain Cook Inn<\/strong><\/p> Pub with nine rooms, situated on the Cleveland Way and set above Staithes.<\/p> 60 Staithes Lane, Staithes, North York Moors National Park TS13 5AD<\/p> captaincookinn.co.uk<\/a><\/p> The Endeavour Staithes Boutique B&B<\/strong><\/p> Charming B&B with one of its en-suite rooms offering a sea view.<\/p> 1 High Street, Staithes, North York Moors National Park TS13 5BQ<\/p>Where is Staithes?<\/h2>
What to see and do in Staithes<\/h2>
Runswick Bay – a short walk from Staithes<\/h2>
Where to eat in Staithes<\/h2>
Where to stay in Staithes<\/h2>