Day 3: Relaxed Coastal Walk to St. Hilda's Abbey and Whitby
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We finish our three days of coastal exploration north with this easier walk and is it to a ruined Abbey. Starting at the beautiful Yorkshire coast fishing village of Robin Hood's Bay, which is nestled on the seafront, we follow part of the Cleveland Way to the coast and then along the clifftops all the way to Whitby.
Here, the coastal scenery is rugged, but without too many ups and downs and there are many points of interest along the way. We pause at St Hilda's Abbey (English Heritage) for further exploration and lunch. Then continue into Whitby for further refreshment and a short bus ride back to our cars.
This is just one of the three delightfully scenic walks planned in this area during the bank holiday weekend.
Accommodation
Twelve of us will be staying at YHA Scarborough 24th-27th August and we will be cooking and socialising together in the self-catering area. With it being a Bank Holiday, spaces have been selling out fast at the hostel and there were only 4 beds left in male dorms last time I checked. If you do manage to book a place, please contact the leader so we can possibly arrange some food together. NOTE: This is not an exclusive ODL hostel so we will be sharing the hostel with other members of the public.
What to bring
EXTRAS:
Money for the bus fare back - this is a one way walk: loose change will be appreciated much more than 20 people tendering £20 notes.
The visit to the Abbey this is optional and costs £7.90 English Heritage. There is a cafe to visit nearby in case you don't wish to visit. We may also pop in a local pub for refreshment at the end of the walk.
Light weight travel towel and swim shorts: if the weather is good, then seize the opportunity!
For your comfort and safety please be prepared for the anticipated weather and the terrain of this walk - keep in mind the following:
Boots: Hiking boots that are both waterproof and breathable, and provide good ankle support, are important as soon as you encounter any mud. Cross trainers may suffice in good weather.
Socks: Proper walking socks keep your feet dry, and help prevent blisters.
Walking Trousers: (ideally water resistant) will be more comfortable than Jeans which are heavy and cold when wet. From April to October shorts are usually a better bet.
Waterproof Over-Trousers: essential in any significant rainfall. Breathable ones are best.
Layered clothing: allows you to quickly adapt to changes in the weather as well as body temperature. E.g. a base layer or a cotton T-Shirt; a mid layer like a micro fleece, or a rugby type thick shirt, and in cooler weather an outer layer consisting of a windproof jacket or a thick fleece.
Waterproof Jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather. You get what you pay for with these. Breathable fabrics are advisable.
Hat: essential in summer to prevent sunburn and heatstroke.
Small Rucksack: One that is comfortable to wear is essential so that you can use your arms freely. Place valuables in water proof bags inside.
Sunglassses: April- Sept: comfortable sunglasses enhance your pleasure and keep insects out of the eye
Sunscreen: UV levels can be very high in Summer on the coast
Water: in Summer one can quickly loose a litre or more of fluid by perspiration . If you fail to make this up you'll get dehydrated which can lead to headaches and other problems. A hydration bladder is easier to use than bottled water, but higher maintenance.
Food: a packed lunch will be required In addition carry energy bars or similar to counter 'sugar lows'.
Medicines: If you have hay fever, are diabetic, or have minor ailments don't forget these!
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Food & drink
Please bring a picnic which we may enjoy in the grounds of the Abbey in good weather. Entrance to the Abbey is £7.90 (National Heritage), or if this does not interest you, you may instead enjoy a little lunch at YHA Whitby's Cafe/Bar which is located just next-door. In any case, you will want to bring an energy snack bar for the walk and plenty water.