HOTELS IN CLEVELAND

Cleveland may be a young county - it was only created in 1974 - but the landscape and history of the area stretches back thousands of years. The name Cleveland means 'Cliff land', and it's a good name for a county with stunning coastal walks and dramatic hills, just right for a short break. Cleveland is an ideal place to visit to blow away the cobwebs of city living, and get close to nature again.

The Cleveland Way National Trail winds through some of the most dramatic scenery in northern Britain, crossing the North York Moors National park down to the sea at Saltburn and along to the fishing port of Filey. Along the way you can stay at Cleveland guest houses or bed and breakfasts, before exploring such sites as Gisborough Priory - and local Cleveland pubs serving great lunches for hungry walkers!

Discover the darker side of this dramatic coastline at the Saltburn Smuggler's Heritage Centre, or just stroll along the promenade from your traditional seaside Cleveland guest house at Victorian Saltburn-by-the Sea. No need to hike up the cliff back to your Cleveland accommodation; just take the Saltburn Cliff Lift. Or, get into that wet suit and join the surfers riding the waves beyond the immaculate sands. Time your visit to Cleveland right, and you can enjoy a whole range of arts, sporting and cultural events, from the Outdoor Theatre Festival to the Tees Valley half Marathon. It may be a small county, but there is always plenty to do and admire on a short break in Cleveland