Redcar offers everything you'll need for the perfect family holiday, weekend visit or couple's getaway. The gorgeous stretches of sandy beaches provide the perfect setting for a wide range of outdoor activities for all ages.
There's plenty of entertainment to be discovered in both the heart of the town and along the seafront, from classic arcades to scheduled events such as music festivals – you can even enjoy a famous lemon top ice-cream if you’re looking for a treat.
TransPennine Express trains serve Redcar and Saltburn as well as a Northern Rail service connecting to Darlington.
Redcar and the surrounding area is well connected by a local bus network. Find out more about route planning and timetable information.
There’s plenty of choice for shopping in Redcar, with a wide range of High Street brands, specialty shops and gift shops stocked with everything you might need on your visit.
Towards the east of Redcar High Street you can find a lively weekly market each Friday, featuring local independent vendors offering a variety of goods and produce.
No trip to the seaside is complete without fish and chips - luckily, Oliver's Fish and Chips offers some of the best seafood dishes on the whole of the North-East coast. If you're looking for a sweet treat Gabrielle's is the place for you, serving everything from pancakes to ice-cream sundaes, including traditional lemon tops.
Just off the coast you'll also find Armando's, serving Italian favourites such as pizza and pasta, with much more available on the menu. Bengal Spice brings the taste of Indian food to Redcar, offering both sit in and take out options.
For further food and drink inspiration, visit Enjoy Redcar and Cleveland.
If you're looking to extend your stay to experience everything Redcar and the surrounding area has to offer there's plenty of accommodation available, no matter your budget. Situated on the seafront, The Park Hotel, as well as the near-by Claxton Hotel, offer a gorgeous view of the North Sea plus easy access to many of Redcar's other attractions.
Redcar is also home to an array of B&Bs, self-catering properties and even caravans - perfect for a staycation with friends, family or even for a couple's weekend away.
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