Hawsker (Trailways) to Ravenscar
Distance:
7.8miles, 12.6km
Description:
This section includes some of the most superb coastal scenery along the whole route, making it a classic bike ride. The panoramic view of the ocean stretching from the picturesque village of Robin Hoods Bay to the dramatic headland of Ravenscar is superb. The route follows the rail trail but crosses roads in places so take some care is needed.
TIME:
Allow 1 to 1.5 hours
DIRECTIONS: HAWSKER (TRAILWAYS) TO RAVENSCAR
Leave southwards from the cycle hire centre at Hawsker along the rail trail and through a gate to cross the busy A171 via a pelican crossing and continue along the trail. There is only one more minor road to cross.
Just as you enter Robin Hoods Bay turn L off the route of the old railway line and follow the track round to the R to join Mount Pleasant North. At the end continue straight across the main road to re join rail trail through car park. At junction with road and beside St Bedes Roman Catholic Church turn R, then, after about 50 yards, turn L onto the trail and pass the Middlewood Farm Holiday Park. Soon afterwards cross over another road.
Just after the Stationmasters House at Fyling Hall and having passed between a pair of large stone gate posts turn L downhill and then immediately R to rejoin the trail which continues all the way to Ravenscar.
DIRECTIONS: RAVENSCAR TO HAWSKER (TRAILWAYS)
From the entrance to Raven Hall Hotel turn down Peakside past the National Trust Coastal Centre signed Robin Hoods Bay 3 miles. After 100 yards fork L through a gate and onto the rail trail.
At the first road crossing turn L and immediately R through a pair of large stone gateposts to rejoin the rail trail and pass the Stationmasters House at Fyling Hall. At the second crossing continue ahead signed RH Bay and pass the Middlewood Farm Holiday Park.
At the third crossing, in front of St Bedes Roman Catholic Church turn R, then after about 50 yards turn L. At junction with the road turn continue straight ahead along Mount Pleasant North. At end of the road, bear L and take the second turn to the R onto the rail trail. In Hawsker the trail goes over the busy A171 road via a pelican crossing and continues to the Trailways cycle hire centre.
FACILITIES:
Cycle hire at Trailways in Hawsker
Numerous shops, cafes and pubs in Robin Hoods Bay
Seasonal cycle hire from Foxcliffe Tea Rooms in Ravenscar
Accommodation
- View Accommodation in Hawsker
- View Accommodation in Whitby
- View Accommodation in Ravenscar
- View Accommodation in Robin Hood's Bay
