Take a stroll down the coastal path and take a trip through time. Discover Spurn's varied and dramatic history.

Discover Spurn on our walking tours

There’s nowhere quite like Spurn, where the constantly changing currents of the mighty Humber Estuary meet the turbulent waters of the North Sea. But how much do you really know about this legendary place?

This tour features epic tales of a town that ruled the waves but was also destroyed by them; shipwrecks and heroic rescues at sea; zipping along an old railway at 60mph on home-made land ships… and much more!

Join our guides for a journey through time, stopping off to explore:

The birth of Spurn 10,000 years ago

Spurn’s role in the Viking invasion

Stories of lighthouses, lifeboats and pubs down at the Point

How Victorian tourists flocked to Spurn in huge numbers

The challenges of caring for Spurn and its wildlife in the modern day.

(please note the tours aren’t suitable for young children).

Know before you go

This walk lasts an hour and a half and takes place over uneven terrain. We use the coastal path along the top of the cliffs and the steps down to Warren Cottage.

What to bring/wear

Dress for the weather (it can be very cold and exposed at Spurn, so bring plenty of layers) and wear sturdy footwear. We suggest bringing binoculars along for the journey.

Toilets and catering

There are toilets, including an accessible toilet, at Spurn Discovery Centre. The Spurn Discovery Centre cafe is open 10am until 4pm (hot food served until 3pm)

Where to meet

Please meet our guide at the Spurn Discovery Centre.

Parking

£5 per car for all day parking. This money goes directly back into managing and protecting Spurn National Nature Reserve. There is free parking for Wildlife Trust members who display their up-to-date membership card on their dashboard

Photo courtesy of Simon Davies

Contact us

If you're having difficulties with your booking, or you have more questions about the event, please don't hesitate to get in touch! You can email us at supporter.services@ywt.org.uk or drop us a call on 01904 659570.

About Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is the only charity entirely dedicated to conserving, protecting and enhancing Yorkshire's wildlife and wild places. Find out more about what we do on our website (https://www.ywt.org.uk/) and discover how you can support our work (https://www.ywt.org.uk/membership).

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