A short walk that follows a lovely cliffside section of the Yorkshire Coast and returns via the dramatic Whitby Abbey. The views over Whitby are exceptional.
The Route
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- Start Point: Car Park east side of the estuary in Whitby centre
- Finish Point: Whitby
- Distance: 5 Miles
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Walk Description
From Whitby harbour climb the steep steps on the east side past St Mary's Church. From the top of the steps enjoy the views over Whitby before following the signs for the Cleveland Way as it winds its way along the cliff edge.
Pass the smugglers cove at Saltwick Bay (worth exploring if you have time) before arriving at the still working lighthouse after two miles. From here turn inland and continue along quiet lanes back towards Whitby. The ruins of Whitby Abbey will dominate the return, becoming more impressive with every step.
Places on This Route
On the Route
Up Above
Accommodation
Swallows Nest
Accommodation
Kitty's Cottage
Accommodation
Museum of Whitby Jet
Attraction
Humble Pie 'n' Mash
Food & Drink
Book House
Accommodation
Trattles and Geall Fine Art
Attraction
Greenfingers
Accommodation
White Horse & Griffin
Accommodation
The Green Dragon Ale House
Food & Drink
Abbey Wharf
Food & Drink
Fossil Cottage
Accommodation
Sanders House
Accommodation
Mister Chips Seafood Restaurant
Food & Drink
White Horse & Griffin Restaurant
Food & Drink
The Endeavour
Accommodation
Up Above
Accommodation
The Four Seasons Restaurant
Food & Drink
Pegasus Cottage
Accommodation
Kiwi Cottage
Accommodation
Whitby Holiday Park - Holiday Homes
Accommodation
The North Yorkshire Gallery
Attraction
Steps Cottage
Accommodation
Hadleys
Food & Drink
Foresters House
Accommodation
Green's of Whitby
Food & Drink