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Things to do in Robin Hood’s Bay

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Discover the best attractions and activities that Robin Hood’s Bay has to offer

Robin Hood’s Bay is a fantastic tourist destination in the UK, with an array of attractions to visit and things to do throughout the year.

Situated on the Heritage Coast of the North York Moors National Park is the ‘lost in time’ destination of Robin Hood’s Bay. This old fishing village offers family and dog-friendly beaches, with rock pool and ancient fossils awaiting to be discovered.

Look forward to winding your way through the narrow and twisting streets where 18th century smugglers used to roam, before stopping off at the famous Laurel Inn for a spot of lunch.

For those wishing to explore the coastline further, find a magnitude of walks on the doorstep or head inland to explore Sneaton Forest.

  • Boggle Hole

    Boggle Hole

    Mill Beck
    Robin Hood's Bay
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO22 4UQ

    Find this small cove of Boggle Hole resting along the iconic ‘Cleveland Way’ where smugglers once landed to hide their contraband in the caves.

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  • Old St Stephen's Church,

    Old St Stephen’s Church

    Robin Hood's Bay
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO22 4PN

    01947 600653

    This attraction in Robin Hood’s Bay offers picturesque views across the North Yorkshire coastline as well as occasion events throughout the year.

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    Robin Hood’s Bay Museum

    Fisherhead
    Robin Hood's Bay
    4TQ
    Whitby

    Offering an insight into the history of the Moors Yorkshire National Park is this small, yet compact museum resting at the heart of Robin Hood’s Bay.

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  • Robin Hoods Bay

    Robin Hood’s Bay to Boggle Hole

    3 Miles

    Moderate

    This circular, North Yorkshire walk takes you along the coastline from Robin Hood’s Bay to Boggle Hole. This moderate three mile walk takes you across the clifftop or across the beach when the tide is low, with a few challenging steps at both Boggle Hole and Robin Hood’s Bay to tackle.  

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  • saltwick bay

    Saltwick Bay

    Saltwick Bay
    Robin Hood's Bay
    Whitby
    North Yorkshire
    YO22 4JX

    Resting just a short distance away from Robin Hoods Bay on the East Coast of Yorkshire is the North-East facing, Saltwick Bay.

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  • The Old Coastguard Station

    Cleveland Way
    Robin Hood's Bay
    Whitby
    YO22 4SJ

    01947 885900

    Resting on the edge of the North Yorkshire coastline is the National Trust’s Old Coastguard Station, a building with an intriguing history.

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