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Selwicks Bay

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Woodland, Riverside, Valley

Walking, Photography, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Graham Hogg via Geograph.org.uk

Selwicks Bay is a small cove of white chalk cliffs directly below the lighthouse at Flamborough Head, on the East Yorkshire coast. The sea has cut the soft chalk into sea stacks, arches, caves and blowholes, making it one of the best spots on this coast for photographs and rock-pooling. A steep path...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

6 day parking

Woodpeckers Cabin

Nearest Hidden Gem 2

Nearest Hidden Gem 3

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Selwicks Bay?
Flamborough Head hosts this secluded coastal inlet along the East Yorkshire coastline. Walkers easily reach the shore by taking the steep steps down the white chalk cliff face.

What type of place is Selwicks Bay?
Selwicks Bay is a stony beach on the Flamborough headland in East Yorkshire.

When is the best time to visit Selwicks Bay?
Spring through to autumn brings the most reliable weather conditions for exploring the shoreline. Checking local tide timetables beforehand remains absolutely vital so the rising ocean does not trap you.

What can you do at Selwicks Bay?
Searching through the extensive network of rock pools reveals all sorts of marine wildlife like small crabs and starfish. People also love watching vast colonies of nesting seabirds fly over the massive natural arches and sea stacks.

How long should I spend at Selwicks Bay?
Spending a couple of hours gives you plenty of time to explore the caves and enjoy the views. Anyone wanting to tackle the coastal walking trails will need to allocate a bit longer.

Where do I park at Selwicks Bay?
Vehicles can use the six day parking spaces provided near the headland. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Selwicks Bay?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Selwicks Bay, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Selwicks Bay?
Woodpeckers Cabin provides a place to stay nearby, counting as the single accommodation spot recorded in the immediate vicinity. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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