Why the name Robin Hood’s Bay?
Legend has it, Robin Hood encountered French pirates who came to pillage the fisherman’s boats and the northeast coast. The pirates surrendered and Robin Hood returned the loot to the poor people in the village that is now called Robin Hood’s Bay.
Smuggling
The layout of the village and its close proximity to the sea made it a good place for smugglers in the 18th Century. The maze of cobbled streets and subterranean passageways linking the houses allowed contraband such as tea, gin, rum, brandy and tobacco to be easily smuggled into Yorkshire from the Netherlands and France.
The tunnels can see be found today so keep your eyes peeled. If you’re feeling really adventurous, bring a torch and take a look inside.
The beach
Since I was a child I’ve been visiting Robin Hood’s Bay and have lots of fond childhood memories created on the beach.
However, the last time I visited I found several dead fish which my friends and I found rather curious. The beach is actually very pretty, so I doubt I’m showing you the best of it with these photos I’m providing!
Alex picking up the creepy dead fish. If the size is anything to go by, this might be a good place for fishing!
A closer examination! Hmmm, too curious, perhaps?
A jellyfish too. I made sure to watch out for them!
Back to more scenic shots of the pretty coastline. I recommend walking up along the cliffs too.
As well as being a hotspot for weird fish remains and washed-up jelly fish, the beach is a hotspot for fossil hunters and extremely popular for people wanting to enjoy one of England’s most enchanting sceneries of cliffs and shoreline.
A cute little mouse I spotted in town!
If you’re planning a trip to Robin Hood’s Bay you should also visit Whitby, another lovely seaside town only 5 km away and made popular by Bram Stoker in Dracula.
If you’re after a satisfying coastal walk, I recommend the 14-mile walk from Robin Hood’s Bay to Scarborough which is part of the Cleveland Way National Trail. Expect it to take up to 6 hours but the views along the way are worth it.
Where to stay in Robin Hood's Bay
Most of the accommodation options in Robin Hood’s Bay are small hotels and B&Bs. Victoria Hotel has a very good reputation and a location that is hard to beat, boasting stunning cliff-top views over Robin Hood’s Bay.
I would also suggest looking on Airbnb for more options, particularly during the summer when hotels and B&Bs fill-up fast. If accommodation in Robin Hoods Bay is full, the next best option would be staying around Whitby and from there it would take approximately 30-minutes by bus to reach RHB.
For more information on things to do and places to stay in Yorkshire, please visit my archive.
6 responses
What an adventure !
Please have you all a good weekend ahead.
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It is a lovely yet slightly eerie place to go!
Have a great week!
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