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Ravenscar from Boggle Hole in low sun, Yorkshire Coast

Important notice -

Our countryside space and catering outlet at Ravenscar Visitor Centre are open. The Old Coastguard Station is currently closed. 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

Adults and two children taking an autumn walk amongst the trees

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

More than 100 gardens and parks and hundreds of coast and countryside places are open in England and Northern Ireland. Many historic houses are open in England. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at weekends and school holidays. In line with Welsh Government legislation, all places in Wales will close from 24 October to 9 November. Please check the property webpage of the place you wish to visit before you travel. Read this article to find out how to book 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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Our natural world and places of historic beauty are at serious risk. Give today and together, we can help nature recover, bring people closer to it, and ensure our shared history continues to inspire us all. Thank you for your continued support.

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