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Yorkshire Coast
A stunning coastline with two National Trust cafes and visitor centres at Robin Hood's Bay and Ravenscar.
near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire
Important notice
The café and visitor centre at the Old Coastguard Station in Robin Hood Bay will be closed from Sunday 3 November to Sunday 10 December for maintenance and decorating work. It will reopen on Monday 11 November. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Opening times for 14 November 2024
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Second hand bookshop at The Old Coastguard Station, Robin Hood's Bay and Ravenscar Visitor Centre
Dogs allowed
Dogs on short leads welcome in visitor centres. Please keep dogs on a short lead around livestock and be aware of cliff edges
Café
Hot and cold drinks, light bites, ice-creams and cakes to eat in or take away at The Old Coastguard Station, Robin Hood's Bay and Ravenscar Visitor Centre
Toilet
There is a toilet available for customers to the café at The Old Coastguard Station in Robin Hood's Bay. In Ravenscar, public toilets are situated across the road from the café and visitor centre
Car park
Parking - 546 yards, up steep bank for Old Coastguard Station (pay and display), not National Trust, charge including members. Free roadside parking at Ravenscar
Old Coastguard Station: entry via portable ramp to level ground floor, lift to first floor. Ravenscar Visitor Centre: stepped access.
Lift
There is an accessible lift to the first floor of The Old Coastguard Station to access the exhibition room
Ramped access/slopes
A portable ramp into The Old Coastguard Station is available on request
Powered mobility vehicle available
Free tramper hire is available at Ravenscar Visitor Centre every Friday. Booking essential via the Lake District Mobility website
Steps/uneven terrain
Diverse terrain; cliff top paths, uneven surfaces, steps and steep gradients in places
By road
Saltburn to Whitby A174, Ravenscar signposted off Whitby to Scarborough A171.
Parking: free on roadside at Ravenscar. Pay and display at Saltburn, Staithes, Runswick Bay, Robin Hood's Bay (not National Trust).
On foot
Cleveland Way National Trail passes through from Saltburn to Filey.
By train
Saltburn, Whitby, Scarborough, Filey for access to coast
By bus
Regular local services incl. Arriva X93 and X94 between Middlesbrough and Scarborough via Guisborough and Robin Hood's Bay. East Yorkshire Buses runs two 115 services daily between Scarborough and Ravenscar. NB there's no direct Whitby to Ravenscar service
Planning your visit
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Visiting the Yorkshire Coast with your dog
The Yorkshire Coast is made for dog walking and there are plenty of experiences you can share with them while you're here. Read on for useful information when exploring with your canine companion, along with guidance to help ensure everyone enjoys their visit.
Highlights
Coast
Cliffs, woodlands, wildflower meadows, sandy bays and rocky shores between Saltburn and Filey. Connected by the Cleveland Way National Trail.
Visitor centres
The Old Coastguard Station in Robin Hood’s Bay and Ravenscar Visitor Centre offer displays, information and refreshments. Dog friendly.
Eating
The Old Coastguard Station and Ravenscar Visitor Centre serve drinks, hot and cold snacks, cakes, bakes and ice cream, to eat in or take away.
Second-hand bookshop
A selection of pre-loved books is on sale in Ravenscar Visitor Centre and the Old Coastguard Station.
Historic features
The remains of Peak Alum Works, Ravenscar Brickworks, a WW2 radar station and an ironstone mine’s fanhouse dot the coast.
Things to see and do
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Things to see and do on the Yorkshire Coast
Find out what the Yorkshire Coast has to offer, from fossil hunting and walking routes, to the villages that reveal the human history of this wild landscape.
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Family-friendly things to do on the Yorkshire Coast
Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at the Yorkshire Coast, from cycling and birdwatching to fossil hunting and rockpooling on the beach.
Top trails
Trail
Old Saltburn to Warsett Hill walk
Follow the Old Saltburn to Warsett Hill walking trail on the Yorkshire Coast and enjoy the seaside wildlife, iron stone mining remains, sculptures and wild flowers.
Trail
Ravenscar easy walk
Soak up the views as you discover Ravenscar, past and present, on this short circular walk. With optional loops should you wish to explore further.
Trail
Ravenscar easy cycle loop
Enjoy this leisurely cycling loop, offering opportunities to spot wildlife and explore features of 'the town that never was', plus the remains of a WW2 radar station.
Places to stay
Boatman's Loft (formerly Old Coastguard Station)
A distinctive Robin Hood’s Bay red-roofed cottage on the edge of the beach.
Low Peak
Far-flung on the Yorkshire coast, is this remote cliff-top cottage.
High Peak
With panoramic views over Robin Hood’s Bay, this cottage offers coast and countryside on the doorstep.
Ravenscar Chapel Cottage
A classic cottage with unbeatable views over Robin Hood’s Bay and beyond.
Outdoor activities
Trail
Ravenscar easy cycle loop
Enjoy this leisurely cycling loop, offering opportunities to spot wildlife and explore features of 'the town that never was', plus the remains of a WW2 radar station.
Upcoming events
Sorry, there are no upcoming events at this place
About Yorkshire Coast
A varied coastal area with nature, geology and industrial archaeology interest. Discover breathtaking views strung out along the coastal Cleveland Way National Trail.
Visit the Old Coastguard Station located at The Dock in Robin Hood's Bay, overlooking the beach where you can get all your favourite National Trust hot drinks and snacks. While there discover more about activities, events, nature, local history, the coast and countryside.
A second cafe and visitor centre can be found high on the cliffs at Ravenscar. Browse a selection of second hand books at both cafes with all proceeds from sales going towards caring for the coast. Free entry to both and dog friendly.
History
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History on the Yorkshire Coast
Discover how human history has shaped the rugged Yorkshire Coast, from the first establishment of alum works in England to a Second World War radar station.
Support us
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Volunteering on the Yorkshire Coast
Find out all you need to know about joining the volunteer team on the Yorkshire Coast, from the kinds of conservation work our volunteers help out with to how to apply.