Robin Hood's Bay

Situated just six miles south of Whitby, on the coast, Robin Hood’s Bay has a notorious history involving pirates, smugglers and press gangs. The multitude of narrow alleyways and twisting cobbled streets must have many a tale to tell of bygone days.

The village once had an important fishing community, before sail gave way to steam, which boasted one of the largest fishing fleets on the Yorkshire Coast. The salty characters that manned the fleet have long since gone to rest in the beautiful grey churchyard overlooking the bay.

There is still fishing today in Robin Hoods Bay and the old fishermans cottages with their red pantile roofs have changed little with the passage of time. A wonderful place to explore, with the sound of the sea in the background.

The landscape of the area is spectacular. From the southern – most headland at Ravenscar, a vantage point used by the Romans as a signal station, the eye follows round the sweep of the bay to take in the heather of Fylingdales moor and the rich pastures of farms nestling below. Leafy paths and hedgerowed lanes, full of wildlife and flora, lead down to the shoreline which is a beachcomber’s paradise.

A plethora of sandy and pebbly rockpools gives the young naturalist the opportunity to discover marine life, shells and fossils.

With Whitby six miles away and Scarborough less than twenty miles, Robin Hoods Bay is an ideal touring base for the North Yorkshire Moors, the coast and even a visit to York with its Jorvik Centre and Castle Museum. Walkers will be in their element with a choice of coastal or moor walks and the old railway line from Whitby to Scarborough.

There are riding and pony-trekking centres nearby, tennis courts, bowling and putting greens as well as quaint gift shops and a fascinating museum. Treat yourself to a wonderful and varied stay in Robin Hoods Bay.