A seaside town in East Yorkshire is often overlooked in favour of its better-known neighbours. With its stunning sandy beaches and charming town centre, it's a surprise that Withernsea is not as popular as neighbouring destinations like Scarborough , Whitby and Bridlington, which are heaving throughout the summer months. The town has many of the same attractions, like sandy beaches, idyllic views, arcades, ice cream parlours and fish and chip shops.
Local opinion is mixed over the town's relative obscurity. While some love the quiet "time-warped" atmosphere that makes it a peaceful retreat, particularly for pensioners , others are concerned about the economic stagnation and the closure of independent businesses. This has been largely due to a lack of footfall and the economic struggles in Withernsea.
English indices of deprivation suggest that half of the homes in the town are ranked among the most-impoverished in the UK . According to the English indices of deprivation half of the homes in Withernsea East and Patrington are struggling with poverty. The town has 5,766 residents inside a 1.
2-mile radius. Several initiatives have been launched to regenerate the town and support local businesses. Peter Ashworth, 28, moved from Bradford to Withernsea and claims that the area has declined since they moved.
He appreciated the peaceful environment but still worries about town apathy and the high turnover of stores. Speaking to Yorkshire Live , Peter said: "We get fancy little shops .
