The seaside town of Redcar lies on the east coast, just north of Saltburn. It has long, golden sandy beaches stretching for miles towards Saltburn Bay. The promenade is perfect to sit and watch the local fisherman land the day’s catch, and you may wish to enjoy Redcar’s famous lemon top ice cream, tried by Prince Charles on one of his frequent visits. The 80ft accessible vertical pier ‘Redcar’s Beacon’ offers spectacular views, and visit the lifeboat museum, home to the ‘Zetland’ built in 1802, which is known to be the world’s oldest lifeboat. To the south-east, The Stray, a 2 mile stretch of grassland between the golden beach and coast road links Redcar and Marske, why not take a leisurely walk and admire the breathtaking vista of coastline and cliffs? The popular Victorian resort of Saltburn, only a few minutes’ drive has an abundance of lovely tea rooms, good restaurants and interesting shops. Take the cliff lift believed to be the oldest working funicular railway in the UK, making its first 120ft decent on June 28th 1884. To the lower promenade and the 600ft long pier is the sole surviving example on the north east coast, then a stroll through the ornamental valley gardens up to the town. The North York Moors lie to the south, with ample walking opportunities and attractions such as the Danby Moors Exhibition Centre and continue to the vibrant market town of Helmsley with ruins of a Norman castle. Redcar provides an ideal base for visiting many attractions.
