Wrap up for woodland walks and cosy cafes in East Yorkshire

It’s time for jumpers and boots to make their way out of the depths of the wardrobe, embrace the shortening days, cooler air and get cosy in East Yorkshire. 

Autumn is one of the loveliest times of the year to explore East Yorkshire’s walking trails and coastal paths. The Walking East Yorkshire Festival takes places each September and offers nine days of great walks, exploring every corner of the region, from the heritage coast at Bempton to the rolling valleys of the Yorkshire Wolds, and the mighty Humber estuary. 

With the changing of the season and the falling of the leaves, few places touch the beauty of Danes Dyke, a 148 acre nature reserve on Flamborough headland. 

Some of the woodland’s paths are lined with horse chestnut trees, visit in September or October and the floor is carpeted with conkers! Here you’ll find room to breathe, surrounded by mountains of golden leaves and a canopy of majestic, towering trees. A walk in the late afternoon or evening with an amble to the shore offers dramatic Autumn skies, as the sun lowers over Bridlington Bay and the waves crash in.   

Chilly coastal walks offer the perfect excuse to indulge in a hot chocolate. Try Ruby Soho in Bridlington, who offer a feast of flavours and always ‘go extra’ on the toppings! Find your perfect hot chocolate cafe spot in East Yorkshire. 

The Autumn months are a great time to visit East Yorkshire’s stately homes. Blow off the cobwebs with a walk around secret walled gardens and wintry woodlands and marvel at the grandeur of our historic houses. Don’t miss Sewerby, Burton Agnes or Burton Constable Halls, each surrounded by outstanding gardens.

Halloween and Bonfire night bring treats galore in East Yorkshire! From pumpkin picking to spooky Halloween trails and ghost walks, you’ll have a ghoulishly good time! 

East Yorkshire is known for its wide open spaces, miles of coastline and sandy beaches making it an inviting holiday destination not only for you, but also your four-legged furry friend  

From cosy cottages to delightful self-catering apartments, camp sites, glamping lodges and everything in between, there’s no shortage of choice, so bring your waggy pup with you. Many of our wonderful providers create a home-from-home for all their guests, with a dog’s own welcome pack of extra special treats and comfortable blankets and beds. 

For many of our canines there’s no greater pleasure than enjoying the leftovers and just as we like to enjoy a delicious meal out on holiday, so do our dogs! From beer gardens to relax in, cosy pub meals by roaring fires, and friendly cafes serving home-cooked lunches, there are plenty of places to dine where dogs are welcomed both outside and in, some even feature a dog-only menu. 

Dogs and their owners love East Yorkshire because walkies are plentiful, varied and very dog friendly. 

From playing on the beach, to exploring the Yorkshire Wolds, breathing in the fresh air of Flamborough Headland, and having a good sniff in the area’s parks and woodland – one thing’s for sure your furry family member is going to need a good long snooze after all the fresh East Yorkshire air. Coast and countryside, there’s plenty to explore here in autumn. 

Check out this page for dog friendly days out on the East Yorkshire coast.