Slapewath is a tiny hamlet, near Guisborough in North Yorkshire in northern England, on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, the setting for the television series ‘Heartbeat’. The Cleveland Way runs right through Slapewath, as it wends its way to the North Sea coastline. In Old English, the name Slapewath means ‘slippery crossing’. The small hamlet was the site of a former railway station on the Guisborough to Saltburn line, until it was closed in the 1950’s. Close to Durham Tees Valley airport, Whitby and Guisborough, Slapewath is a favourite place to stay for those wanting to explore the North York moors and local hostelries include the Fox and Hounds, a late Victorian building and former traditional coaching house. Local tours can be taken by car or steam train, walking or cycling and the dramatic coastline is never far away with towns such as Whitby offering their own historic attraction. From the middle of the 1800’s, within a five mile radius of Slapewath were forty collieries, pits and ironstone mines. The first opened in 1865 whilst the last was closed in the 1964. Today, the area surrounding Slapewath is full of dismantled railways and former mine shafts, evidence of its industrial past whilst conversely, spa waters feature in the area between Guisborough and Boosbeck.
Places to Stay near Slapewath
The Fox & Hounds (0.03 miles)
Guisborough Hall (1.18 miles)
This elegant grade II listed building is a magnificent country house hotel set on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors, and just outside the market town of Guisborough. Of the hotel’s 71 bedrooms, 19 ... More | visit website
The Spa Hotel (3.87 miles)
The Spa Hotel, with 28 restored traditional style en-suite bedrooms, is prominently situated overlooking the sea with unrivalled panoramic views of Hunt Cliff, the North Sea and beautiful surrounding countryside.Enjoy a relaxing drink in Ridley's ... More | visit website
Hunley Hall Golf Club & Hotel (3.98 miles)
Hunley Hall, a tranquil haven situated close to the heritage coast and near the north yorkshire moors national park, makes an ideal base to explore the unique coast and countryside known as Captain Cook Country.The ... More | visit website
Hunley Hall Golf Club & Hotel (4.14 miles)
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The Ship Inn (4.18 miles)
We are a family owned and ran business and strive hard to offer good food, accommodation, live music and events in a relaxing atmosphere. You have a wide selection of food to choose prepared by our ... More
The Arches (4.42 miles)
The Arches offers a relaxing environment and overlooks spectacular views of cliffs and golf course. All the rooms are individually furnished, with ensuite bathrooms.
The accommodation is excellent for ramblers exploring the Heritage Coast Trail ... More
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Premier Inn Middlesbrough Guisborough (4.62 miles)
Ideally located within easy reach of the A19. For shops and local amenities Guisborough town centre is only 6 miles away. Our Middlesbrough South (Guisborough) Premier Inn has everything you'd expect, incredibly comfy beds in every ... More | visit websiteWhinstone View Lodges (5.89 miles)
We have Three double room Lodges: Bazare, Zoffony & Roma each perfect for a romantic night with a loved one.
Intelligent mood lighting immediately creates an inviting atmosphere...
A wide selection ... More | visit website
Duke of Wellington Inn (5.96 miles)
Owned since 1999 by Grant Douglas, the timber-beamed bars and open fire create a warm ... More | visit website
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