15 of the Best Yorkshire Beaches

Yorkshire beaches: Robin Hood’s Bay

The beach at Robin Hood’s Bay is a Yorkshire Food Guide favourite along the coastline, its natural beauty makes it a much-loved beach amongst people across Yorkshire.

This small sandy beach provides sweeping views across the Yorkshire Coast and is certainly a popular summer destination. Whether you’re looking for a lovely spot for dog walking, fossil hunting or sand castle making, Robin Hood’s Bay beach is the place for you.

Robin Hood’s Bay, Whitby, YO22 4SN

Whitby Beach

Whitby is a beautiful seaside town situated on the Yorkshire Coast with a rich local history, many activities in Whitby for all the family and lots of delicious restaurants to try.

Whitby Beach stretches all the way from the West Pier to Sandsend and is a popular destination with locals and visitors as it offers plenty of space. The east side is a smaller, sheltered beach that allows dogs all year round.

Whitby, YO21 3PT

Yorkshire beaches: Saltburn

Saltburn Beach is another top contender for the best Yorkshire beaches. Saltburn Beach is a beautiful sand and shingle beach located near Redcar in Yorkshire.

To get down to the beach and pier, take a trip down the Victorian water-powered Cliff Lift. Whether you’re looking to spend a fun-filled family day at the beach or heading for a long walk with a pub stop with the dog, Saltburn Beach should be one of your top choices.

Check out some of the best things to do in Saltburn.

Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12 1HQ

Scarborough South Bay Beach

The South Bay beach in Scarborough is known for its more classic seaside atmosphere and is one of the liveliest Yorkshire beaches along the coast.

The large sandy beach is surrounded by restaurants, fresh seafood, amusements, ice cream parlours and everything else you need for the perfect seaside day.

Scarborough, YO11 1NT

Yorkshire beaches: Filey

Filey is a popular holiday spot and is now best known for its stunning sandy beach that stretches for 5 miles.

This welcoming seaside destination also has a historic promenade and amazing Edwardian architecture. Grab the family and enjoy a day of fun-filled activities, long walks, rock pool exploring and more at Filey Beach.

Filey, YO14 9JQ

North Landing Flamborough Beach

This small, picturesque beach of North Landing is surrounded by stunning chalk cliffs and situated in a natural cove in the Flamborough headland.

On this beach, you can find a mix of soft sand and pebbles, and when the tide is low, it’s the perfect spot to hunt for marine wildlife in the rock pools.

Flamborough, Bridlington, YO15 1BJ

Yorkshire beaches: Cayton Bay

Located 3 miles south of Scarborough lies Cayton Bay, a quiet beach that’s perfect for the whole family. This spot is popular amongst surfers and windsurfers as they’re exposed to the strong winds from the North Sea.

This large stretch of sand is also a favourite of both bird watchers and fossil hunters, so at Cayton Bay, expect to find plenty of interesting natural points.

Cayton, Scarborough, YO11 3NR

Saltwick Bay

One mile east of Whitby is the North-East facing bay, Saltwick Bay. Other than being a beautifully sculpted bay offering glorious views out to sea, it is also packed with history and amazing natural features.

Saltwick Bay is a renowned site that’s rich with ammonites, reptiles, shells and Whitby Jet.

Saltwick Bay, Whitby, YO22 4JX

Yorkshire beaches: Mappleton

Mappleton Beach is a wide stretch of sand in the East Yorkshire village of Mappleton. This spot is ideal for families as there is plenty of space for beach activities.

If a quieter and secluded beach is what you’re looking for, take a trip to Mappleton Beach. Even throughout the holiday season, the beach still remains serene.

Mappleton, Hornsea, HU18 1XX

Thornwick Bay

Thornwick Bay is another one of the four beaches on the coast of East Yorkshire in Flamborough, and has to be one of the prettiest places in the region too.

This beach is mainly rocky with several caves and a magnificent sea arch in the cliffs. It is certainly one of the most picturesque beaches in Yorkshire, with stunning high cliffs, rock pooling and boulders covering most of the shoreline.

Flamborough, Bridlington, YO15 1AU

Yorkshire beaches: Danes Dyke

Danes Dyke Beach is located on the southern side of the Flamborough headland and North of Bridlington.

It’s a great nature reserve and offers a treasure chest of treats for fossil hunters thanks to the geological surroundings. If you’re looking for a serene, tranquil spot, Danes Dyke Beach is one to visit.

Bridlington, YO15 1PQ

Bridlington beach

Another popular Yorkshire bay is Bridlington, home to two large sandy beaches looking over the Yorkshire coastline, divided by Bridlington Harbour.

Visitors can enjoy an array of classic seaside activities, or you can simply take a walk along the attractive promenade. The North beach provides the perfect spot to relax and watch the hustle and bustle of a lively day in Bridlington.

Bridlington, YO15 2JF

Yorkshire beaches: Marske Sands

Marske Sands in Marske-by-the-Sea is a gently sloping sandy beach nestled between Redcar and Saltburn. Here you can enjoy the refreshing sea air and it makes a great destination for water-sport lovers.

The waters are perfect for swimming, surfing, boating, fishing and paddling. With wide open spaces and panoramic views across the North Sea, you’re certainly not limited with seaside activities.

Marske Sands, Redcar, TS11 7NF

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