The home of Yorkshire’s hidden heritage
We're here to help you make the most of your stay at The Highfield.
From family-friendly days out and scenic walking or cycling routes, to historic landmarks and breathtaking landscapes, East Yorkshire is full of hidden treasures waiting to be explored. With Driffield at its heart, you're perfectly placed to discover the very best of the region—often described as one of the UK’s best-kept secrets.
Here are some of our favourite recommendations for adventure, beauty, local flavour, and unforgettable experiences. And of course, if you need any help planning your itinerary, we’re always happy to assist.
Our top pick for families
LOCAL HERITAGE
Along the merchants pass there are many privately owned large country houses which have now been opened up to the public. they each offer different experiences and adventures…
NATURE
Aside from the amazing walks, cycle routes (Which are detailed below), we have some great local nature reserves and farm experiences.
Walking the Wolds - Dog friendly walks
ACTIVE
if you are looking to burn off a bit more energy look no further…
MUSEUMS
Get a flavour for the local heritage, sciences and national history with some of the best museums in the UK.
Our top pick for foodies
Our top pick for four paws
Our top pick for explorers
COAST
Fraisthorpe beach
Filey Bay
Thornwick Bay
Bridlington Old Town
WALKS
The Londsbourogh Walk
The Goodmanham Walk
Market Weighton railway line
Beverley Westwood
Market Weighton railway – Hudson Way
Minster Way
Our top pick for sports
Hull City Football Club – MKM Stadium – 24 miles – 45 mins
Hull KR Rugby League - Craven Park – 24 miles – 42 mins
Hull FC Rugby League - MKM Stadium – 24 miles – 45 mins
York City Football Club – 29 miles – 47 mins
Beverley Racecourse – 14 miles – 22 mins
York Racecourse – 30 miles – 53 mins
Elvington Race Track – 29 miles – 42 mins
Yorkshire County Cricket Club – Headingly Stadium – 54 miles – 1hr 23 mins
Our top pick for entertainment
HIGHFIELD - 0 miles - In the Great Hall
Hull Truck Theatre – 24 miles – 47 mins
Hull City Hall – 23 miles – 45 mins
Hull New Theatre – 24 miles – 43 mins
York Barbican – 29 miles – 46 mins
York Theatre Royal – 30 miles – 51 mins
York Grand Opera House – 29 miles – 49 mins
The Spa, Bridington – 13 miles – 22 mins
The Scarborough Spa – 22 miles – 37 mins
Scarborough Open Air Theatre – 23 miles – 40 mins
HOW NEAR?
We are happy to help with directions, best routes and travel links… please just ask...
Just around the bend
Under 30mins by car…
Bridlington – 12 miles – 22mins
Wold Top Brewery – 15 miles – 23 mins
Beverley – 14 miles – 26 mins
A stones throw
Under 60mins by car…
Bempton Cliffs – 17 miles – 31 mins
Malton - 19 miles – 32 mins
Thornwick Bay – 18 miles – 34 mins
Hull - 22 miles – 36 mins
Scarborough – 21 miles – 37 mins
Pickering - 25 miles – 42 mins
York – 29 miles – 47 mins
Selby - 35 miles – 53 mins
Withernsea - 34 miles – 53 mins
Over yonder
Over 60mins by car…
Leeds – 53 miles – 1hr 17 mins
Whitby - 40 miles – 1hr 6 mins
Spurn Head – 44 miles – 1hr 17 mins
Harrogate – 59 miles – 1hr 24 mins
London - 217 miles – 4hr 22 mins
Edinburgh - 229 miles – 4hr 40mins
Around the houses
Local rail stations
Driffield train station
Hutton Cranswick train station
Beverly train station
Intercity express
Major rail stations
York Train Station – 30 miles – 52 mins
Hull Train Station – 24 miles – 46mins
P.O.S.H
Ports & Marinas
P&O North Sea Ferries
Hull Rotterdam Ferry
Hull Waterside & Marina
Goole Marina
Jet set
Airports
Eddsfield Airfield (Private)
Beverly Airfield (Private)
Leeds Bradford international Airport
Manchester International Airport
East Midlands International Airport
London Lutton International Airport
London Heathrow International Airport