Of the Yorkshire seaside towns, Filey is the one that still has its period charm. It is a Victorian & Edwardian resort still popular today.
Read MoreWalking Tour of Filey and Filey Brigg (8 km)
North Yorkshire Coast
The Cleveland Way – Ravenscar to Robin Hood’s Bay
Most people visit Ravenscar for the stunning views over Robin Hood’s Bay. These are spectacular all year round, but especially so in springtime when the gorse is in bloom and late summer when the heather is flowering.
Read MoreStaithes – secret treasure of the Yorkshire Coast – guide and photos
The quaint coastal hamlet of Staithes near Whitby has a small harbour and is full of character. Traditional fishing cobbles still work out of the harbour setting crab and lobster pots. The village is full of charm and seems lost in time.
Read MoreThe Cleveland Way – Scarborough to Filey
The route follows a clifftop path all the way to Filey Brigg. It’s possible to divert down to Cornelian Bay and Cayton Bay if you fancy some time on the beach. For much of the route, the path is very close to the edge of the cliffs. This the final (or first) section of the Cleveland Way and is a relatively easy walk with some beautiful coastal scenery.
Read MoreCentenary Way – 17. Hunmanby to Filey Brigg
This is the last section of the walk, finishing on Filey Brigg. It’s an easy walk of just under 4 miles. The route crosses farmland and then through holiday parks on the outskirts of Filey.
Read MoreThe Cleveland Way – Whitby to Sandsend
This is a popular beach walk from Whitby to the nearby village of Sandsend, along a flat sandy beach. The route is part of the Cleveland Way The long, wide beach is ideal for a dog walk, plenty of room for dogs to run around. The walk from the West Pier in Whitby to the cliffs at Sandsend and then back is about 4 and a half miles.
Read MoreWhitby, Yorkshire Coast
Whitby is very photogenic and has a dramatic coastline, long stretches of sandy beach and a quaint harbour.
Read MoreThe Cleveland Way – Robin Hoods Bay to Whitby
Robin Hood’s Bay sits on the Cleveland Way. This particular walk of about six and a half miles to Whitby is mostly along the clifftop and offers some amazing views of Robin Hood’s Bay and Saltwick Bay. The walk undulates gently with three moderate climbs, about 300m of ascent altogether. The path is distinct throughout and easy to follow.
Read MoreThe Seal Colony at Ravenscar
Ravenscar is home to a large colony of seals, which you can visit. The seal colony is at the foot of the cliffs, directly underneath the Raven Hall Hotel.
Read MoreThe Cleveland Way – Scarborough to Ravenscar
This is an undulating 9-mile cliff top walk from Scarborough to Ravenscar, which follows the Cleveland Way. The path only drops to sea level at Cloughton Wyke and Heyburn Wyke. The Cleveland Way is well signposted and you should have no difficulty in finding your way.
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