The Manor House East Riding of YO15 1PD

Telephone and Fax: Bridlington (01262) 850943 Mobile: 07718 415234 International: +44 1262 850943 E–mail: [email protected] Web site: www.flamboroughmanor.co.uk

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Thornwick Bay, Flamborough Flamborough Head is one of the most prom- inent features on the East Coast of . Jutting out miles into the , the head- land has been in the past effectively cut off by the construction, in the Iron Age, of the er- roneously named Danes’ Dyke, which encloses five square miles of the peninsula. The village itself is in the centre of Flamborough Head has much to offer. The lighthouse (built in 1806 by the headland. John Matson of Bridlington without the use of scaffolding) is 85 feet tall and stands atop a chalk cliff 170 feet high. Further back from the coast is the old Beacon light tower dating from c. 1674. The cliffs rise even higher out of the sea at nearby , which is the site of the famous RSPB Bird Sanctuary.

The sea off Flamborough is the resting place of many ships, none more famous than the Bonhomme Richard, flagship of John Paul Jones, which was sunk after the first action of the fledgling United States Navy in September 1779.

Bempton Cliffs

Constant pounding by the North Sea has eroded the soft chalk, creating many unusual formations, secret caves (a past haven for smugglers), and secluded bays and inlets, including the picturesque North Landing where the old Flamborough was housed at the top of a steep slipway. The new lifeboat is now stationed at South Landing. The Manor House

A Manor of Flamborough was recorded in the and one has certainly existed ever since. The remains of the medieval manor are still visible in the adjacent field, while the current house, the second on the location, dates from the end of the eighteenth century and is a classic Georgian country house of pleasing proportion with a human scale.

We aim to offer a high standard of comfort and service in a relaxing, friendly atmosphere. Rooms have been elegantly furnished by Lesley Berry and include television and tea/coffee making facilities. The house is centrally heated;

Sitting Room The Manor House

Main Bedroom

The principal feature of the main bedroom is a massive Portuguese four-poster bed, dating from the seventeenth century. This large L-shaped room also has a separate single bed and an en-suite bathroom.

The second bedroom, though smaller, is still equally comfortable and features an antique French double bed and American rocking chair amongst its furnishings. This room has its own large private bathroom next door, separated from the bedroom by the old back wall of the house, which is almost two feet thick.

Second Bedroom Touring the East and North Ridings

Burton Agnes Hall

Flamborough is well situated for touring the coast and places of interest in the east and north ridings of Yorkshire. The cities of and Hull are 44 and 37 miles away respectively, while two of the most interesting towns in the area, to the north and to the south, are within easy reach. Closer still are the seaside towns, Bridlington (4 miles), charming, unspoiled (12 miles) and Scarborough (20 miles).

Country houses open to the public (not all year round) include the magnificent Castle Howard, delightful Hall, House with its famous Turkish room, Hall & Hall. Other sites of interest are Kirkham Priory, Pickering & Helmsley Castles & Wharram Percy, a deserted medieval village.

Castle Howard Lastingham, on the North York Moors

A considerable part of the North Riding has been preserved as the North York Moors National Park, through which runs the North York Moors Railway, operating steam and diesel train trips through the Park. On the fringes of the Park are the ruins of Rievaulx, Byland and Whitby Abbeys.

Finally, dotted along the coast, are isolated fishing villages redolent of another age. Perhaps best known is Robin Hood’s Bay; however, Runs- wick Bay and Staithes are well worth a visit. Whitby Abbey

Robin Hood’s Bay

Approaching from Bridlington on the B1255, the road sweeps down a hill into the village, passing Flamborough Parish Church (St Oswald’s) on the right. Just past the church the road turns sharply to the left at the junction of Tower Street and Lighthouse Road. The Manor House is on this corner. Look for signs announcing “Antiques and Sweaters” — the stable at the front of the house has been converted into a small shop; the house itself is set back from the road. There is ample parking in front of the shop. Please note that the Tower Street entrance to the property is no longer in use and that access is only available via Lighthouse Road.

If approaching from the Scarborough direction on the B1229 follow the signs to the centre of the village (Post Office square) and then turn south down Tower Street, passing the field with the remains of the old fortified manor on the right. The Manor House is the last property on the left. Please turn left on to Lighthouse Road and pull in to the first drive on the left. If you pass the church you have gone too far.

TARIFF 2020 The rates shown are per room per night, including Double room, en–suite bathroom £115.00 a full English breakfast. As we do not have a liquor Double room, private bathroom £100.00 licence, guests are welcome to bring their own alcoholic Single use of smaller double room £70.00 beverages. Please note that a deposit is required and that Extra person in main bedroom £30.00 cancellation charges apply.

Design and artwork © Geoffrey Miller 2020 RESURGAM BOOKS (Geoffrey Miller) The Manor House Flamborough Bridlington YO15 1PD

Telephone: (01262) 850943 Fax: (01262) 850943 Email: [email protected] Web: www.resurgambooks.co.uk

Traditional Knitwear Breton Shirts Hand-Knitted Ganseys

The Manor House Flamborough Bridlington East Riding of Yorkshire YO15 1PD

Telephone & fax: (01262) 850943 E–mail: [email protected] Web: www.ganseys.co.uk www.flamboroughmarine.co.uk

In connexion with the old fishing industry, we have revived the almost–lost craft of Gansey knitting. Ganseys are beautifully crafted sweaters, knitted entirely in one piece on five steel needles, using 5–ply worsted wool. Each major village along the coast has its own identifiable pattern. We have available in our shop a selection of these traditional, hand–knitted sweaters, together with a range of quality machine–knitted sweaters and pure cotton French Breton shirts.