South Breil

Bay in Yorkshire

England

South Breil

Old Fall Plantation Taken from the Headland Way coastal path — Old Fall Plantation Credit: JThomas

South Breil, Yorkshire (Bay) is a picturesque coastal village located in the county of Yorkshire, England. Situated on the eastern coast, it offers stunning views of the North Sea and is renowned for its natural beauty and charming atmosphere. With a population of around 2,000 residents, it retains a small-town feel while providing all the necessary amenities for both locals and visitors.

The village is characterized by its historic architecture, with many buildings dating back several centuries. The narrow, winding streets are lined with quaint stone cottages, creating a sense of old-world charm. The centerpiece of the village is the iconic South Breil Bay, a crescent-shaped stretch of sandy beach that attracts tourists and locals alike. The bay is perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and picnicking, and its clear waters are popular among water sports enthusiasts.

South Breil offers a range of recreational activities and attractions. Nature lovers can explore the nearby South Breil Cliffs, which provide breathtaking vistas of the coastline and are home to a variety of seabirds. The village also boasts several walking and cycling trails, allowing visitors to discover the surrounding countryside. For history enthusiasts, the South Breil Museum showcases the area's rich heritage, including its maritime history and the local fishing industry.

In terms of amenities, South Breil has a selection of charming shops, cafes, and restaurants, serving both traditional Yorkshire fare and international cuisine. The village also has a well-equipped community center and a primary school, providing a strong sense of community for its residents.

Overall, South Breil, Yorkshire (Bay) offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and a welcoming community, making it an ideal destination for both a relaxing getaway and an immersive cultural experience.

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South Breil Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.127651/-0.095776979 or Grid Reference TA2471. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Fall Plantation

Taken from the Headland Way coastal path

JThomas

Conservation Walk access at Old Fall Plantation

This shows the start of the circular route track of a conservation walk through Old Fall Plantation and is accessed from the footpath from New Fall to Lighthouse Road.

Dr Patty McAlpin

Old Fall Plantation, Flamborough

Looking towards Old Fall Plantation from the coastal path to Flamborough Head.

Dr Patty McAlpin

Towards Old Fall plantation

The well drained soil on Flamborough Head is very fertile. The immediate field of wheat is ready for harvest, and in the next field the sheep were quite content. Next to the plantation, the harvest was already gathered and the soil was being prepared for the next planting.

Peter Church

Old Fall plantation

The plantation is seen here from the clifftop path (The Headland Way) across ploughed and planted fields. The tower of the old lighthouse is also visible.

Peter Church

Old Fall Plantation

N Chadwick

Pond, Old Fall Plantation

Mick Garratt

Steps into New Fall Plantation

A permissive path allows access to New Fall Plantation which is maintained by East Riding of Yorkshire Council. OS marks this as Old Fall Plantation but local signage insists on New Fall Plantation.

Jonathan Thacker

Fenced area inside New [or Old] Fall Plantation

The map says Old Fall, the owners say New Fall. To protect wildlife, visitors are asked to keep to the inner fenced area, or a separate perimeter path.

Christine Johnstone

Wildlife area, New [or Old] Fall Plantation

Looking east from the east end of the fenced [access permitted] area.

Christine Johnstone

Selwicks Bay

Chalk cliffs and Selwicks Bay by Flamborough Head.

Jonathan Wilkins

Beach boulders

Parts of the shore of Selwicks Bay have a surprising population of dark-coloured, or black boulders mingled with the obvious, white chalk. They are erratics of basalt which have been carried southwards from outcrops of the Whin Sill and deposited in boulder clay which lies on top of the chalk. Subsequent erosion has seen them fall to the beach platform. On this moody day with grey skies I was amused by the way that my assistant was almost perfectly camouflaged.

Jonathan Wilkins

Chalk platform

Flat-lying chalk strata have eroded into a smooth, white platform which is unlike any which I have encountered before. At lower levels on the beach, algae have attached, as can be seen in the background and on the cliffs, but this part of the shore appears to be scoured by powerful waves carrying shingle.

Jonathan Wilkins

Cliffs by Molk Hole

Chalk cliffs and beach platform. Young, soft rocks such as these are not my normal subject, and it was very interesting to examine these chalk outcrops. In fact, diagenetic variation means that the rock is actually harder here than in other places with this archetypal English rock. Cliffs here comprise the Flamborough Chalk Formation, which is notably free of flint. The underlying Burnham Chalk Formation, which is found on the wave-cut platform at the south of the bay, is locally rich in flints.

Jonathan Wilkins