Port Mulgrave has lovely walks all round.

The most notable being the cliff top walks to Staithes or Runswick Bay or even Whitby if you feel strong enough (approx 11 miles but you can get the bus back). The stunning sea views are unbeatable.

The North Yorks Moors are virtually on the doorstep. You can visit the peaceful village of Goathland; you’ll recognize it as the setting for Heartbeat – Aidensfield. There is a National Parks Visitors Centre at Danby, approx 6 miles away, which can supply you with all the information you will need to enjoy the beautiful North Yorks Moors National Park.

If you’re looking for thrills and excitement then you must visit Flamingoland near Malton. See their attractions on www.flamingoland.co.uk

In the summer steam trains run on the North Yorks Moors railway – very relaxing and very scenic. Look for information on www.northernrail.org

Among the local hostelries where excellent food is available are:-

The Badger Hounds, Hinderwell,

The Brown Cow, Hinderwell

The Runswick Hotel, Runswick Bay

The Ellerby Hotel, Ellerby www.ellerbyhotel.co.uk (Excellent)

The Tiger Inn, Easington

If you love horses try the Shire Horse Centre www.shirehorsefarm.co.uk

Local attractions further North up the coast are covered by www.redcar-cleveland.gov

In Whitby a taste of local history can be seen at Captain Cook’s museum www.cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk