Police were called at 8.28am on Thursday January 19 to reports of a man having been assaulted on West Road, Filey.
A 46-year-old man was taken to hospital with head injuries. He was transferred later the same day to another hospital without incident.
A 47-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and possession of an offensive weapon. He remains on police bail whilst police continue their enquiries.