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Whitby Harbour – 199 Steps, Whitby loop from Newholm-cum-Dunsley

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Scarborough

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Whitby Harbour – 199 Steps, Whitby loop from Newholm-cum-Dunsley

Moderate

4.7

(16)

258

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Whitby Harbour – 199 Steps, Whitby loop from Newholm-cum-Dunsley

04:06

15.0km

240m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

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After 5.79 km for 54 m

After 9.12 km for 54 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.77 km

Saltmoore Plantation

Forest

5.63 km

Whitby Swing Bridge

Highlight • Monument

There is a long history of this bridge, dating back to mid 14th century when tolls were collected over this bridge. But it was in 1835 that the first swing …

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5.75 km

Whitby Harbour

Highlight • Historical Site

Whitby is a traditional seaside town that is dearly loved by young and old alike. With a glorious golden beach, quirky cobbled streets that wind enticingly through old taverns and …

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6.13 km

199 Steps, Whitby

Highlight • Historical Site

Climbing the 199 Steps in Whitby is a legendary thing to do. The challenge might get you puffing a little, but it is worth it as you are treated to …

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6.60 km

Whitby Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

What a place steep in history

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7.47 km

View of Whitby Abbey and Cliffs

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wonderful sight: the remains of the abbey rising up from the horizon.

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9.74 km

Whitby Piers and Lighthouses

Highlight • Structure

The two piers in Whitby have been in existence since before the 1500's. By 1540, the two oak piers (east and west) were replaced partially, with stonework (in the reign …

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9.82 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 …

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10.3 km

Whitby Beach

Highlight • Beach

Whitby Beach is the British seaside at its best. With clear water and clean golden sands, it has a peaceful, yet playful atmosphere and is the perfect place to relax …

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15.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.90 km

2.76 km

2.14 km

2.00 km

1.53 km

606 m

Surfaces

4.25 km

4.19 km

2.78 km

1.83 km

1.48 km

402 m

Elevation

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Thursday 2 July

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Whitby Harbour – 199 Steps, Whitby loop from Newholm-cum-Dunsley

Whitby Swing Bridge

Whitby Harbour

199 Steps, Whitby

Whitby Abbey

View of Whitby Abbey and Cliffs

Whitby Piers and Lighthouses

Whalebone Arch, Whitby

Whitby Beach

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