Robin Hoods Bay Beach
Robin Hoods Bay Beach
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4.5
644 reviews
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Very good
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36
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Scrimboblik
Wakefield, UK121 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
Don’t Bother. No children (u18s) in any pubs. Cannot book a good table. All pubs understaffed. No prospects if it being sorted soon.
You will be disappointed.
We have been coming here for over 40 years other than lockdown.
Gone to the dogs. Blame the owners of holiday rentals and the advancement of Covid.
You will be disappointed.
We have been coming here for over 40 years other than lockdown.
Gone to the dogs. Blame the owners of holiday rentals and the advancement of Covid.
Written March 10, 2023
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Janet Owen
Manchester, UK2,334 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Well worth a visit. In winter the car park is free. No bluebadge parking seen.
Hotel alongside.
A very welcoming hotel.
A must visit bay.
Hotel alongside.
A very welcoming hotel.
A must visit bay.
Written January 9, 2023
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16Littleflower
Scotland, UK121 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Free parking at the top of the village (winter only). Steep steps/pavement lead to the village & beach. Good quality shops & inns. Beach very clean & good rock pools to explore. Robin Hood’s Bay has maintained its quaint ambience, it’s a very special place.
Written November 10, 2022
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Anna W
Bolsover, UK576 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
Wow, what a beautiful beach and the wildlife was wonderful. So many rock pools to explore when the tide is out. But it was spotting oystercatchers, sandpiper and cormorant that really made this visit / beach exciting.
Written October 16, 2022
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Chris M
Wetherby, UK1,178 contributions
Sep 2022
Access to the village and beach is via a steep road or signed path, and vehicles need to be parked in one of two car parks on the higher level. The beach is a mixture of sandy areas and rocks/rock pools. A large proportion is covered up to the coastline at high tide. The tide does recede a considerable distance out into the bay, allowing relaxation on the sand or exploration of the many rocks and pools that are exposed. There is also a small promenade with seats that can be used under most tide conditions. The beach and village are well worth the visit for those not deterred by the descent and corresponding ascent.
Written October 13, 2022
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David R
Huddersfield, UK238 contributions
Oct 2022
If you don't mind a hilly descent, then Robin Hoods Bay is well worth a visit. There are nice little independent shops and places to eat on the way down the steep road to the beach. Unfortunately, the tide was in on the day of our visit, so we were unable to fully appreciate the beach. Returning via the path rather than the road provides you with magnificent views out to sea.
Written October 6, 2022
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HazelR
Wakefield, UK74 contributions
Sep 2022
Beautiful place to visit. The road leading to the cove is very steep but has plenty of handrails and if you just stroll up and down it isn't too bad. Lovely place for all ages. Stunning views
Written September 26, 2022
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robfirstaid100
Basildon, UK468 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Situated between Scarborough and Whitby it is a beautiful cove cute little roads lead down to the cove beware the way down is a steep road and is worth it you can sit look at the view with a drink n snack but the walk back up the hill needs stamina and take your time be sure to visit here
Written September 19, 2022
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Jo C
United Kingdom162 contributions
Sep 2022
Such a lovely place to spend a day, walking, paddling, fossilling and taking in the sea air and scenery.
We even spent an hour watching the moon come up on the promenade late one evening it was mesmerising.
We even spent an hour watching the moon come up on the promenade late one evening it was mesmerising.
Written September 18, 2022
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RazzyBthefirst
Macclesfield, UK1,216 contributions
Sep 2022
Robin Hood's Bay itself is a delightful place. We only really ventured onto the beach for a stroll and it's a dark, hard sand not perhaps for a day by the sea.
There are plenty of rock pools, fossils and interesting shells to look at and there are good views from the top.
Some surfers trying their luck, the waves looked challenging.
There are plenty of rock pools, fossils and interesting shells to look at and there are good views from the top.
Some surfers trying their luck, the waves looked challenging.
Written September 16, 2022
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Beth
Carlisle, UK60 contributions
Can you drop off and pick up at the bottom of the village/beach? I am disabled and could never make the walk back up. I know you can't park but if my family could pick me back up at the bottom that'd be ideal. I do have a blue badge if that helps...
HazelR
Wakefield, UK74 contributions
No I don't think you can drop off at the bottom. Why don't you contact Tourist information
Lochs
Perth and Kinross, UK221 contributions
Is there a minibus to take folk down to beach?
Meanderings
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK9 contributions
No there isn’t. If you can it’s best to park at the Bank Top car park and walk down.
Shelley M
Leeds, UK18 contributions
Is there a small bus that runs to the bottom of the hill?
Roy S
2 contributions
How steep ie the going hill down. Can you cycle
27sunseeker
Buckinghamshire, UK182 contributions
Very steep in places, but quaint and worth the struggle!
Eric B
3 contributions
Can you drop of at the beach with a mini bus
jackie p
Richmond, UK63 contributions
Hi there
I think it would be possible to get a minibus down to the beach to drop people off. The icecream van parks on the beach so I'm sure you wouldn't have a problem getting down.
The road I quite narrow and turning could be a bit of a squeeze but delivery vans go down. Hope this helps.
Shaza A
1 contribution
Is there any parkin space close to the beach?
Boomeranger
Whickham, UK536 contributions
No there is not
Maxine M
Leeds, UK63 contributions
Are there steps down to the beach
from Raven Hall Hotel?
Susiethebaker
Newton stewart92 contributions
Sorry , Im not sure
louise C
Stokesley, UK3 contributions
Are dogs allowed in the beach?
Dogsbody67
99 contributions
Yes dogs are allowed, there are no restrictions on dogs any time of the year.
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- Restaurants near Robin Hoods Bay Beach:
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- (0.01 mi) The Bay Hotel and Restaurant
- (0.01 mi) Old Coastguard Station Cafe
- (0.01 mi) Brambles Bistro
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