Withernsea beach at low tide reveals an expanse of sandy beach that would be the envy of many more prestigious seaside towns. In fact the whole of the Holderness coast is made up of pristine sandy beaches often completely deserted, although this is, to a large extent, a result of there being very few access points from the top of the post-glacial unconsolidated clay cliffs. Withernsea does have access points in the form of stairs or ramps and, as can be seen above, the 20th century promenade has been further strengthened, against marine erosion, by masses of Norwegian granite dumped against the face of the promenade. These can present a threat to the adventurous at high tide as was seen earlier this year.
The photo shows some curious landforms left in the sand by an ebb tide, almost like a series of mini Grand Canyons.
At the northern end of the town are some attractive cliff-top bungalows (see above) while further south 19th century houses with front gardens facing the sea are mostly cared for by residents, this making for an interesting walk.
At Withernsea, as may be seen above, steps have been installed at the landward end of the groynes, this a great help when walking along the beach. This facility has not been created at Hornsea.
At Withernsea the Castle Cafe is expensive but in an interesting location – and near a bus stop.