
What is recorded here
Bempton Cliffs are composed mainly of Cretaceous chalk, formed around 90 to 100 million years ago from the accumulation of marine microorganisms. The cliffs are notable for their dramatic coastal scenery and as a key site for seabird colonies in Yorkshire.
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Places near here
New Roll UpViewpoint · 71 yd
RSPB Bempton CliffsNature reserve · 72 yd
Puffin Statue at the Visitor Centre - RSPB Bempton CliffsMonument or public art · 317 yd
Mosey DowngateViewpoint · 424 yd
Puffin Statue, Dyke EndMonument or public art · 1741 yd
Hoddy Cows Spring SSSINature reserve · 1.1 mi
Bempton HouseListed building · 1.3 mi
Victorian postbox on Main Street, BucktonOld post box · 1.3 mi
Deserted medieval village of NewshamScheduled monument · 1.4 mi
Churchyard Cave, SanwickCave or cavern · 2.1 mi
Sea cave in chalk cliffCave or cavern · 2.2 miOther information
Photo: Hugh Chappell · CC BY-SA 2.0