Easington Miners' Pit Cage – Shippersea Bay loop from Hawthorn Dene SSSI

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Easington Miners' Pit Cage – Shippersea Bay loop from Hawthorn Dene SSSI

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Easington Miners' Pit Cage – Shippersea Bay loop from Hawthorn Dene SSSI

01:04

3.91km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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874 m

Easington Miners' Pit Cage

Highlight • Historical Site

Miners pit cage (reconstructed) in the location of an old mine shaft. Gravel tracks lead you up with fantastic views across the East Coast.

Tip by

1.95 km

Shippersea Bay

Highlight • Natural

Steep path down to the cliff into the bay

Tip by

3.91 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.79 km

1.22 km

400 m

382 m

113 m

Surfaces

3.01 km

543 m

319 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 6 October

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Easington Miners' Pit Cage – Shippersea Bay loop from Hawthorn Dene SSSI

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