Name: This beautiful beach offers the opportunity to discover fossils and rocks, and it is also dog-friendly, with nearby cafes and gift shops. An additional benefit is that the beach can be accessed without having to navigate steep cliff paths.
Item: Sandsend beach
Rating: 10
Author: Wendy Mitchell

About Runswick Bay

Runswick Bay village is located in North Yorkshire United Kingdom, and famous for its magnificent mountain scenery and turquoise waters of an incredible deep color! It seems that nature created it for one purpose - to make your vacation unforgettable!

Nearest beaches in Runswick Bay

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Good for Relax

Sandsend beach

Sandsend 0.1 km

Good

7.9

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide

5.1 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Whitby beach

Whitby Beach

Whitby 0.8 km

Good

7.9

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide

4 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Skinningrove Beach

Skinningrove 0.9 km

Good

7.4

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide

1 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Kettleness Beach

Kettleness 0.3 km

Pleasant

6.7

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Turquoise pure water • Dangerous path • Gray sand & rocks • Large low tide

0.5 Amenities index

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Popular types of Runswick Bay beaches

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Runswick Bay are Sandsend beach, Whitby Beach, Skinningrove Beach.

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The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Runswick Bay, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of village are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Sandy beaches dominate the rest!

As pebble rocky beaches are common here, it's recommended to bring aqua shoes if you're sensitive to it. This way, your vacation will be as comfortable as possible.

Usually, the depth increases very smoothly. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

It's worth noting that 4 beaches in Runswick Bay have a significant tidal range. This means that the water can recede from the shore for a long distance and vice versa, causing unexpected situations for you or your belongings. Keep this in mind when planning your beach activities and be sure to check our filter for information on tidal ranges.

Latest reviews on Runswick Bay's beaches

Sandsend beach

10 Wendy Mitchell

This beautiful beach offers the opportunity to discover fossils and rocks, and it is also dog-friendly, with nearby cafes and gift shops. An additional benefit is that the beach can be accessed without having to navigate steep cliff paths.

Whitby Beach Whitby beach

8 Jaxon Reed

Whitby is a beautiful coastal destination, but it seems that the amount of tourists is heavily influenced by the weather. It could be enhanced further with additional shops, and having a McDonald's would be beneficial. Additionally, it's quite surprising that everything closes as early as 9pm.

Skinningrove Beach

10 Rylo Vex

What a fantastic beach. It was peaceful and secluded during our visit, with only a few dog walkers and hikers passing by along the coastal path. It's a hidden gem of a beach that our dog thoroughly enjoyed, playing with other dogs. If you're looking for a quiet beach, this is a must-visit. You'll need to park in a free carpark a short distance away, so be sure to grab a spot quickly. We were lucky to be staying in a nearby cottage, so we didn't need to worry about parking. The walk to the beach is lovely, passing by the boat monument and jetty. If you didn't know it was there, you might miss this hidden beach - a true discovery. We're already planning our next visit, which will include a hike along the coast.

The warmest month during the year in this area is August, with the air temperature rising up to 18.4°C and the water temperature up to 15.9°C. The coldest month is January, with the air temperature dropping down to 7°C and the water temperature down to 7.2°C.