york
The ancient roman city of York is just 45 minutes from Hornsea, as one Europe's most rewarding destinations, visitors from all over the world are attracted to Yorkshires historic capital. The dramatic Gothic Minster - one of Europe's finest, dominates the skyline, and a variety of architectural styles makes wandering the pedestrianised streets a pleasure.
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whitby
Historic Capital of Yorkshire
In the footsteps of Captain Cook,
the land of legend, vampires and hobgoblins
whitby abbey
Whitby Abbey
Around 45 minutes north of Hornsea lies Whitby and its ancient Abbey, inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula . Once a burial place for anglo Saxon kings, it was the synod of Whitby in 664AD who decided the system of dating for Easter. Whitby is also famous as the home of Captain James Cook whose former home is now the Captain Cook Memorial Museum.
historic beverley
Discover 1300 years of History
beverley minster
13th Century Beverley Minster Dominates the skyline
Just 20 Minutes from Hornsea and on the way to York lies Beverley, steeped in history there is a variety of attractions. Georgian terraces, historic pubs, medieval churches, bustling weekend markets, ghost walks, museums and festivals.
Beverley has it all, the charm an ambiance makes it a beautiful place to visit.
historic yorkshire castles
There are over 30 ancient castles , great houses and gardens within easy distance of Hornsea. If their walls could talk they would tell tales of the Kings and queens and knights in amour who have shaped the destiny of the nation for over 700 years.
hull in east yorkshire
humber bridge east yorkshire
Humber Bridge Hull
Hull is a city bursting with vitality. The unique fish Pavement - a trail of sculptures which winds through the Old town area reveals Hull's diverse museums, the marina, historic pubs and the Princes Quay shopping centre a wealth of architectural heritage blends with innovative design to create a modern, vibrant city centre full of character. In fact Hull has something to offer everyone, whatever your age.
from yorkshire to europe

P & O North Sea Ferries
Operate daily crossings from Europoort , Holland and Zebrugge, Belgium to Hull.
TEL (01482 377177)
Humberside International Airport (01652 688456)
Operates domestic and international flights Via Schipol Airport Amsterdam.
TEL (01652 688456)

yorkshire contacts
Hornsea Tourist Information Centre 01964 536404
York Tourism Bureau 01904 554488
Beverley Tourist Information Centre 01482 867430
Whitby Tourist Information Centre 01947 602674
www.grandcastlesandgardens.co.uk
Hull Tourist Information Centre 01482 223559
English Heritage Events 071 973 3457
enjoy east yorkshire
whitby abbey
castle howard
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