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Whitby Beach
Whitby Beach is a sandy and rocky beach backed by high cliffs, stretching for miles and offering safe, clean waters for swimming. It is possible to walk along the beach between Whitby and Sandsend during low tide.
About Whitby Beach
Whitby Beach offers something for everyone. Blue flag waters for those who like a paddle, fascinating rock pools for those interested in the local marine life, spectacular cliffs steeped in geological history for the visiting explorers and clean sandy beaches for those who just let to relax in the sunshine and soak up the atmosphere. Of course you’ll also see the famous Whitby Abbey looking over the beach from the cliff tops above, a must-see attraction when you're visiting.
Please note the cliff lift is currently out of service.
More information:
- The beach is patrolled by an RNLI qualified lifeguard service during the summer season
- Dog restrictions apply to this beach between 1 May and 30 September
- Deckchair hire is available daily (weather permitting) from 30 April to 2 October
- Chalets are available to hire May to September
Nearby businesses
Crystal Lounge at Whitby Pavilion
This café within a glass atrium at Whitby Pavilion is in a magnificent… This café within a glass atrium at Whitby Pavilion is in a magnificent position overlooking the north sea, Whitby piers and up the sandy beach to…
Fayvan Apartments
Fayvan Apartments are extremely spacious and well-equipped. Excellently… Fayvan Apartments are extremely spacious and well-equipped. Excellently situated on Whitby’s West Cliff. All have sea-views
The Middleham
The Middleham is a family run B&B with some great sea views & near by… The Middleham is a family run B&B with some great sea views & near by parking with a discounted cost. Located on the west cliff with a short walk…
Clara's
Clara's is an outdoor takeaway coffee and ice cream shop with outdoor… Clara's is an outdoor takeaway coffee and ice cream shop with outdoor seating located on Esplanade Crescent with panoramic bay views.
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