Walk the Town. Unlock the Past.
The Withernsea Riff-Raff Postcard Walks invite you to explore Withernsea through stories, images, and real places.
Each walk combines historic postcards with QR discovery points placed around the town. As you move through streets, seafront, and landmarks, you unlock photographs and stories connected to the exact spot where you stand.
It is history you can walk through.
Choose Your Route
Whether you are visiting for the day or rediscovering your own town, there is a route to suit you.
Bronze Walk
A shorter, family-friendly route designed for relaxed exploration.
Complete 25 QR locations and uncover key moments in Withernsea’s story.
Silver Walk
A medium-length trail offering deeper historical insight.
Complete 50 QR locations and experience more of the town’s hidden layers.
Gold Walk
The most immersive experience.
Complete 100 QR locations and explore Withernsea’s story in full detail.
Each route can be completed at your own pace.
Pause for a coffee. Take photographs. Follow the coastline. There is no rush.
Wendy Walks
For those who would like a deeper understanding of Withernsea’s past, we offer bookable guided walks led by local historian Wendy Graves.
These small-group experiences bring the town’s history to life through storytelling, personal insight, and carefully curated stops along the route.
Wendy Walks include:
- Expert historical commentary
- Selected postcard references
- Opportunities for discussion and questions
- A relaxed, engaging walking pace
These walks are ticketed to ensure sustainability and group quality. Advance booking is required.
Explore the Riff-Raff QR Map
To help you plan your walk, we provide both an interactive digital map and a printable version of the Riff-Raff QR trail.
The interactive map shows the full network of QR locations across Withernsea. Each point reveals the location name and highlights routes you can follow through the town. It does not display the postcard stories themselves. Those are unlocked when you visit the location and scan the QR code in person.
The map also includes suggested walking routes, including the Bronze, Silver, and Gold trails, with more themed walks planned for the future.
The printable QR map is a simplified version of the interactive map. It includes the same QR locations and walking routes, along with a clear key to help guide you as you explore.
You can view the interactive version on your phone or download and print the map before you begin your walk.
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Short, medium, and long routes designed for all ages and abilities.