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A sunny view of Robin Hood's Bay beach across rocks and pools towards the headland at Ravenscar

Important notice -

Our countryside space and catering outlet at Ravenscar Visitor Centre is open. We encourage everyone to observe social distancing measures. Please stay local if possible to avoid creating hotspots.

Varied coastal area with natural history and industrial archaeology interest

More about this place

Family walking in the woodland at Box Hill, Surrey

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

We’ve opened more than 135 gardens and parks in England, Wales and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

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Eating

A member of staff serving a cup of coffee

Grab a bite to eat

Our catering outlet at Ravenscar Visitor Centre has re-opened and will initially be serving a limited range of takeaway hot and cold drinks and some light snacks. We’ve introduced new safety measures including closure of our seating areas, screens at our till and collection points, and waymarked routes. We’ll also only be accepting card payment. We look forward to welcoming you back and know that you’ll support us to make this a safe experience for everyone.

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Wildlife

A tree sparrow on a branch at Yorkshire Coast

Spy our Tree Sparrows  

Large parts of our land at Port Mulgrave are covered in blackthorn. The protection offered by these spiny thickets make them ideal homes for small birds like dunnocks, yellowhammers and chaffinches. Theres one quite special bird that likes to call the scrub home too.

Children finding a crab in a rock pool Yorkshire Coast

Have a go at rock pooling  

Some of our places have rocky shores which are excellent for rock pooling when the tide is out. Try Saltburn, Robin Hoods Bay and Boggle Hole, you could be surprised at the variety of wildlife to be found.

Close up of a herring gull with the sea in the background

Observe our seabirds 

There's nothing quite like visiting a seabird colony in Spring. Read our guide to the different species you can encounter at Cowbar Nab.

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Learning

The white fronted Old Coastguard Station next to the sea in Robin Hood's Bay

A different way to learn 

Bring your group to the Old Coastguard Station and let our education team inspire you.

View down street to bay

Information for group visits to the Old Coastguard Station 

If you're planning a group visit to our Old Coastguard Station please read this information before your visit.

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History

The Old Coastguard Station viewed from the bottom of the slipway

Discover the story of the Old Coastguard Station 

A building with an intriguing tale. Appearances can be deceptive.

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Join or give

Two walkers take in a sunny view of blue sea and green cliff tops across Robin Hood's Bay from Ravenscar

Dedicate a donation 

Support the Yorkshire Coast by dedicating a donation to someone special and adding your precious memories to our interactive map. A unique way to remember a loved one or celebrate a significant occasion, your donation will help us care for places on the Yorkshire Coast for years to come.

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