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Robin Hood's Bay Village – Cinder Track Gateway loop from Newholm-cum-Dunsley

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Robin Hood's Bay Village – Cinder Track Gateway loop from Newholm-cum-Dunsley

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Robin Hood's Bay Village – Cinder Track Gateway loop from Newholm-cum-Dunsley

01:58

29.7km

440m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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North York Moors National Park

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Parking

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4.23 km

Whalebone Arch, Whitby

Highlight • Historical Site

Whaling is a significant part of Whitby's history - as the information board tells you here, between 1753 and 1833 there were 55 Whitby-based whaling ships. This arch celebrates this history. The original arch was erected in 1853; this one was donated by Alaska in 2003. Whitby Abbey is visible on the cliff from here.

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10.2 km

Hawsker Railway Station and Train Car Café

Highlight • Cafe

This used to be one of the eight stations on a line between Scarborough and Whitby, but closed in 1965. Now, the buildings are owned privately, but Trailways offer some services - the train car is used as self-catering accommodation.

There's also bike hire here and tourist / visitor information. Refreshments are usually served inside the car too, although this is temporarily closed at present, so check before you go.

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14.5 km

Robin Hood's Bay Village

Highlight • Historical Site

The village, which consists of a maze of tiny streets, has a tradition of smuggling. Robin Hood’s Bay is reputed to have a network of subterranean passageways linking the houses. It was a hub during the late 18th century, as smuggling was rife on the Yorkshire coast.

Today, it's a busy tourist hub in summer and start of the coast-to-coast walking path. The origin of the village’s name is uncertain, but it is doubtful that Robin Hood was ever in the vicinity of the village.

When taking a detour into the village, be aware that you will have to negotiate a 31% incline on the way back.

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15.2 km

End of the Coast to Coast Walk, Robin Hood's Bay

Highlight • Trail

The end of the coast to coast walk. It is a great place to finish, full of life and plenty of places for a well earned pint.

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15.5 km

Robin Hood's Bay Climb

Highlight • Trail

24.7 km

Cinder Track Gateway

Highlight • Trail

We just cycled this track from Whitby to Robin Hood Bay (and back).

The track is a lovely ride, away from traffic and close to nature. The surface is a little muddy under the trees at Whitby but the gravel is now fine for all the family the rest of the way.

Look out for either the bike shop/cafe en route, or the little drink/cake stop with an honesty box. Thoroughly recommended.

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28.8 km

Sandsend Beach

Highlight • Beach

Sandsend is a small fishing village near to Whitby, with a pub, restaurant and a stunning beach.

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29.1 km

Sandsend Beach

Highlight • Beach

Here you can enjoy the beautiful, large beach away from larger towns. There are a few cafés on the coastal road where you can take a break and strengthen yourself.

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29.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.7 km

10.5 km

1.73 km

1.69 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.8 km

605 m

142 m

107 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

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Friday 10 July

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Robin Hood's Bay Village – Cinder Track Gateway loop from Newholm-cum-Dunsley

Whalebone Arch, Whitby

Hawsker Railway Station and Train Car Café

Robin Hood's Bay Village

End of the Coast to Coast Walk, Robin Hood's Bay

Robin Hood's Bay Climb

Cinder Track Gateway

Sandsend Beach

Sandsend Beach

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