The Yorkshire village of Loftus is 14 miles north of Whitby. It was once an alum mining village and has terraced residences, historic stone cottages, and big stone homes. Long and vibrant Main Street has stores, cafés, taverns, banks, and a beautiful town hall. Behind the main street is a great swimming pool. Loftus lies near Runswick Bay and Staithes, a favourite of artists. 4 miles north is the exquisite resort town of Saltburn with its golf club and lengthy pier. The North Yorkshire Moors are nearby, as is the Jurassic fossil seashore.
