Flamborough Old Lighthouse – Flamborough Lighthouse loop from Gristhorpe

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Gristhorpe

Flamborough Old Lighthouse – Flamborough Lighthouse loop from Gristhorpe

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Flamborough Old Lighthouse – Flamborough Lighthouse loop from Gristhorpe

02:53

48.7km

320m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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Filey

Highlight • Beach

Filey is a small coastal town between Scarborough and Bridlington. It is much quieter and more peaceful than its neighbours. There are plenty of attractions to keep you entertained for …

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Flamborough Old Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Flamborough Old Lighthouse is the earliest lighthouse in the UK which that is still standing. It was built in 1674.

The lighthouse is built from chalk and was designed to …

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24.4 km

Francis Chalk Tower, Flamborough

Highlight • Monument

The attraction can be seen from the street. You can't go inside.

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24.7 km

Flamborough Head Cliffs and Lighthouses

Highlight • Historical Site

Flamborough Head is a promontory - a chalk headland with sheer white cliffs. The cliff top has two standing lighthouse towers, the oldest dating from 1669 and Flamborough Head Lighthouse built in 1806.

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24.8 km

Flamborough Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Lovely cliff walk from here all the way up to Bempton Cliffs, at the lighthouse there's a cafe and shop. Fantastic walk if you like birds, and you may even spot the odd seal if you keep your eyes peeled.

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48.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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