Saltburn by the Sea has maintained much of its original charm as a Victorian seaside resort including its pier, the colourful Italian Gardens and walks through Riftswood.
You can park at sea level where the old fishing village straddles Skelton Beck. The Ship Inn remains as a focal point, steeped in smuggling folklore. The Cleveland Way passes through along the coastline and follows a steep path up to Huntcliff, the site of a Roman Signal Station.
Saltburn by the Sea is a seaside resort with a dark, deep maritime past that still permeates the air. Formerly an upmarket resort for Victorians. Saltburn is still a relaxed resort, with a charm and character that’s distinctly Victorian. Many features remain from the Victorian era. The Italian Gardens are linked to the shore by a miniature railway and a unique cliff lift, which opened in 1884. The lift affords panoramic views during its gentle descent to this coast’s only pier.
The Saltburn coastline is recognised as part of the 36 miles of Heritage Coast, crowned by dramatic headlands. The Heritage Coast south from Saltburn climbs high above smugglers' secret caves as it continues south towards Whitby. Rich in fossils, the sheer rock faces boast some of the finest formations in Britain, whilst providing shelter for native and migrant birds. In times past, these rock’s also concealed smuggled contraband, landed here by the expert seamen whose skills made them popular targets of the ‘pressgang’. Satlburn’s flat, sandy beach is protected by the 365ft headland of Huntcliff.