Is Robin Hoods Bay worth visiting?
It makes an incredible day trip in the North York Moors National Park and there are plenty of things to do in Robin Hoods Bay that make it worth visiting too. Here’s a complete travel guide and why you simply cannot miss experiencing this timeless fishing village.
Can you swim in Robin Hoods Bay?
The eastern part of Robin Hood bay has a beautiful sandy beach that is perfect for swimming and sun bathing. The Department of Conservation operates a campground next to the beach with public toilets.
Is Robin Hoods Bay Sandy?
About. A large, picturesque bay with some sandy areas and extensive rock reefs exposed at low tide. Great for fossil hunting. Robin hoods bay has a dock for small boats and some good local pubs and restaurants surrounding the bay.
What’s open at Robin Hoods Bay?
Restaurants in Robin Hoods Bay
- 2021. Wayfarer Bistro.
- Tea,Toast and Post. 403 reviewsOpen Now.
- The Victoria Hotel. 447 reviewsOpen Now.
- Grosvenor Hotel. 509 reviewsOpen Now.
- The Cove – Cafe Bar Venue. 772 reviewsClosed Now.
- The Fylingdales Inn. 740 reviewsOpen Now.
- Morwen Le Faye Tearoom. 64 reviewsClosed Now.
- Smugglers wine bar.
Can you drive down to Robin Hood’s Bay?
Robin Hood’s Bay is a dead end once you drive down into the lower village. Please be aware that much of the village is pedestrianised and you cannot drive up to many of the cottages.
How far is the coastal walk from Robin Hood’s Bay to Whitby?
7 miles
One of the favourite routes visitors to the area enjoy is the Whitby to Robin Hood’s Bay walk. This cliff top route follows a very popular section of the Cleveland Way. It covers 7 miles and should take around 3 hours to complete.
Can you swim at Boggle Hole?
Noted as a great place to swim in the Wild Swimming book. The sea at Boggle Hole is exhilarating, and perishing, all at once.
Why do they call it Robin Hoods Bay?
Why the name Robin Hood’s Bay? Legend has it, Robin Hood encountered French pirates who came to pillage the fisherman’s boats and the northeast coast. The pirates surrendered and Robin Hood returned the loot to the poor people in the village that is now called Robin Hood’s Bay.
How much is a taxi from Scarborough to Robin Hoods Bay?
The fastest way to get from Robin Hood’s Bay to Scarborough is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £35 – £45.
How much is parking at Robin Hoods Bay?
Parking charges apply 9am to 6pm
| High Season (1st March to 31st October) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 Hours | 2 Hours | 24 Hours |
| £2.20 | £3.30 | £6.00 |
| £1.80 | £2.70 | £6.00 |
Is it a difficult walk on the coast from Whitby to Robin Hood’s Bay?
The path is reasonably easy underfoot, but it can get muddy in the winter. There are a few ups and downs and at times you have to use crossing places to pass streams. Along the route, you’ll see lots of our beautiful coastline and beautiful places like Oakham Beck and Rain Dale.
Why is it called Boggle Hole?
Boggle Hole is a real place on the North Yorkshire Coast south of Robin Hood’s Bay. Its name comes from a cave in the cliff where a boggle is believed to live. The North Yorkshire Coast is so beautiful that it is called a ‘Heritage Coast’. This means it is protected for people to enjoy.