Walking Holidays and Stays in Robin Hood’s Bay

Clifftop Trails, Cobbled Streets, and the End of a Journey

Where ancient paths meet the sea — and walkers find rest, reflection, and raw beauty.

Robin Hood’s Bay is one of the most iconic walking destinations in England. Perched on the edge of the North York Moors and the North Sea, this steep, red-roofed fishing village is the eastern end of the Coast to Coast Path, and a dramatic stop along the Cleveland Way. It’s a place where trails meet tides — and where every walk is accompanied by the sound of surf and seabirds.

The village itself is a maze of narrow, cobbled streets descending to the sea, filled with historic cottages, cosy pubs, and echoes of smugglers past. Walkers can follow the cliff path north to Whitby, or south to Ravenscar and Scarborough, while inland routes rise toward moorland views and wooded valleys.

Whether you’ve just crossed England on foot or are here for a coastal weekend, Robin Hood’s Bay is a perfect place to pause, reflect, and explore at walking pace.

Why Walk Here

• End (or begin!) the Coast to Coast Path right by the sea
• Walk north to Whitby or south to Scarborough on the Cleveland Way
• Explore one of England’s most atmospheric coastal villages
• Stay in historic cottages with sea views and character
• Ideal for long-distance hikers, photographers, and weekend wanderers