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About Robin Hood's Bay

The talk in the local pub is all of Robin Hood, did he pass through this bay whilst journeying to Whitby, or did he not? the considered opinion seems to be that any connection between the outlaw and this beautiful bay is rather dubious. That being said, one does though, continue to ponder the possibility for this little place is alive with myths and legends of the smuggling trade that flourished here in the 18th-century.

The pretty village seemingly tumbles down the main cobbled street and finishes up where the sea laps the shore. Little cottages, mostly of stone with bright red roofs, some three storey's high, cling precariously to the cliffs upon which this village is built. It is a charming place and the little alleyways and terraces do indeed evoke images of smuggling. Legend has it that a tunnel through which King's Beck discharges into the sea was used by smugglers, and that other tunnel's branch from it in a network that runs beneath most of the village.

This is one of the richest stretches of coast for fossils in England, low tide exposes a sea bed full of tide and rock pools which offer wonderful examples such as the oyster-like Liostrea and coiled ammonites - known in these parts as St.Hilda's Serpents. The oldest rocks about here are said to date from the Jurasic Period.

A walk across the bay to nearby Ravenscar at low tide can be richly rewarding. The scenery all around is nothing less than spectacular, especially when the waves are tinged bright copper by a golden, setting sun. There is though, a continuing battle between land and sea and raging storms have claimed many buildings. Over the years, many cottages and great chunks of cliff have been lost to the sea and this has caused the building of a huge rock sea wall to protect the village.

The village offers quaint shops, cafes and excellent old inns and pubs. Beware though, the road down into the village thrusts deep and twists at sharp angles. Thoughtfully, handrails have been provided to help the visitor navigate the steeply stepped street. They are well used by locals and all who visit this beautiful bay. Oh, and by the way, if you are lucky, you just might catch a glimpse of Robin Hood on his way to Whitby!

Attractions in the area include the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, Wheeldale Roman Road and the Newtondale Forest Drive.

Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.

Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner

Recommended attractions near Robin Hood's Bay

Whitby High Lighthouse	(3.4 miles, 5.4 km, direction NW)	Pictures
Sneaton Forest	(4.0 miles, 6.4 km, direction W)	Pictures
Falling Foss Waterfall	(4.2 miles, 6.7 km, direction W)	Pictures
Whitby Abbey	(4.5 miles, 7.2 km, direction NW)	Pictures
Whitby Lighthouse	(5.2 miles, 8.3 km, direction NW)	Pictures
Hayburn Wyke Nature Reserve	(6.3 miles, 10.1 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Mallyan Spout Waterfall	(8.4 miles, 13.4 km, direction W)	Pictures
Scarborough Castle	(11.7 miles, 18.8 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Scarborough Pier Lighthouse	(11.8 miles, 19.0 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Dalby Forest	(11.9 miles, 19.1 km, direction SW)	Pictures
North York Moors National Park	(14.7 miles, 23.7 km, direction W)	Pictures
Rosedale Moor	(15.0 miles, 24.2 km, direction W)	Pictures
Pickering Castle	(16.0 miles, 25.8 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Filey Brigg	(18.5 miles, 29.7 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Flamingo Land Theme Park & Zoo	(19.1 miles, 30.7 km, direction SW)	Pictures

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Recommended towns near Robin Hood's Bay

Whitby, in the county of North Yorkshire (4.8 miles, 7.8 km, direction NW)
This historic small fishing town is part of the Heritage Coast of North East England. It is a place of historical interest and was the home of the most famous 18th century explorer and voyager; Captain James Cook. Whitby also has one of the finest examples of Anglo Saxon churches in England.
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Sandsend, in the county of North Yorkshire (7.4 miles, 12.0 km, direction NW)
A wildly beautiful rugged coastal area with over two and a half miles of uninterrupted golden sand which in high summer is idyllic for holiday makers, and attractive to surfers.
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Goathland, in the county of North Yorkshire (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction W)
Sheep graze on the course grasses that surround the greystone houses of this straggling moorland village
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Runswick Bay, in the county of North Yorkshire (11.1 miles, 17.9 km, direction NW)
Runswick Bay lies at the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, the village is tucked between rising cliffs at the western end of a lovely sweep of sand.
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Scarborough, in the county of North Yorkshire (11.7 miles, 18.8 km, direction SE)
To this day Scarborough remains a very popular resort and this delightful north coast town overlooks two magnificent sandy bays which are divided by a huge headland.
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Levisham, in the county of North Yorkshire (11.7 miles, 18.8 km, direction SW)
This beautiful isolated moorland village overlooks Newton Dale; the road plunges down towards the station, a watermill and a church, on Levisham Beck.
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Staithes, in the county of North Yorkshire (13.4 miles, 21.6 km, direction NW)
Spectacularly set along the North Yorkshire coastline is the pretty fishing village of Staithes, with only the Shetland Islands...
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Rosedale Abbey, in the county of North Yorkshire (15.1 miles, 24.3 km, direction SW)
This is a lovely village hidden in a lush green valley landscape of sweeping hillsides, meadows and breathtaking scenery.
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Thornton-le-Dale, a Picturesque Village in the county of North Yorkshire (15.7 miles, 25.3 km, direction SW)
Thornton-le-Dale is a lovely village lying at the foot of the North Yorkshire Moors.
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Pickering, a Historic Market Town in the county of North Yorkshire (16.4 miles, 26.4 km, direction SW)
The enduring popularity of the East Coast of North Yorkshire owes much to the excellent long sandy beaches, while the lure of the wild moorland and its communities never fades.
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Lastingham, in the county of North Yorkshire (16.6 miles, 26.8 km, direction SW)
Lastingham is a small village set amidst fine wooded Yorkshire countryside. It is an area renowned for its wonderful scenery where often in a quiet lane you will find an ancient corn mill.
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Westerdale, in the county of North Yorkshire (17.9 miles, 28.8 km, direction W)
Nestling in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, Westerdale affords the visitor wonderful views over the surrounding dales.
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Filey, in the county of North Yorkshire (18.3 miles, 29.4 km, direction SE)
Filey is a former fishing town on the North coast of England. It first became a noted holiday resort in Victorian times when the railways opened up giving city dwellers access to the coast.
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Saltburn-by-the-Sea, in the county of Cleveland (20.4 miles, 32.9 km, direction NW)
A lovely winding road drops down from the valley above to this small seaside resort and fishing haven.
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Guisborough, a Historic Market Town in the county of Cleveland (21.9 miles, 35.2 km, direction W)
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Nearby travel help

Ruswarp Station	(4.5 miles, 7.2 km, direction NW)
Whitby Station	(4.8 miles, 7.7 km, direction NW)
Teesside International Airport	(36.4 miles, 58.6 km, direction W)
A1(M) Junction 49	(40.5 miles, 65.2 km, direction SW)
A1(M) Junction 49	(41.4 miles, 66.6 km, direction SW)
Humberside International Airport	(59.6 miles, 95.8 km, direction S)
Robin Hood's Bay to London	(203.0 miles, 326.7 km, direction S)

Hotels & Accommodation in Robin Hood's Bay

Hotel Name	Approximate distance from Robin Hood's Bay center
Raven Hall Hotel	(3.1 miles, 5.0 km, direction SE)
The Waverley	(5.0 miles, 8.0 km, direction NW)
The Europa	(5.0 miles, 8.0 km, direction NW)
The Wheeldale	(5.4 miles, 8.7 km, direction NW)
Dunsley Hall Country House Hotel	(5.7 miles, 9.1 km, direction NW)
Mallyan Spout Hotel	(8.0 miles, 12.9 km, direction W)
Hackness Grange Hotel	(9.5 miles, 15.3 km, direction S)
Broom House Guest House and Country Cottages	(9.6 miles, 15.5 km, direction W)
The Gresham Hotel	(11.0 miles, 17.8 km, direction SE)
Manor Heath Hotel	(11.1 miles, 17.8 km, direction SE)
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