Between Scarborough and Whitby, you will find a secluded cove and waterfall called Hayburn Wyke. To get to it you will walk through the woodland to access the beach and find this hidden gem for a day of exploration or picnic stop.

Hayburn is another nod to Anglo Saxon heritage of the area, meaning 'hunting enclosure by a stream' and Wyke is the Norse word for 'sea inlet or creek'.

To set your walk off with a warm glow, stop off at The Hayburn Wyke Inn before taking a walk from here through the wooded valley. The dramatic cliffs covered with dense woodland vegetation provide the backdrop to this unique find and with a waterfall that is so close that it cascades directly onto the rocky beach.

You will undoubtedly see wildlife from roe deer to foxes and several breeding birds like woodpeckers - a perfect area for nature lovers. The beach is a paradise for children too, who can while away the hours exploring a large amount of different coloured pebbles and rocks.

This is also a great place to join the Cleveland Way or Cinder track if you want a more ambitious walk.