Beach

Sandsend beach

Sandsend, Yorkshire

A long sandy beach between two cliffs, backed by the old Whitby railway line.

Price
Car park charge
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours

Sandsend has two miles of smooth sand running towards Whitby, backed by a path along the old railway. At the north end are waterfalls and the village of Sandsend itself, with pubs and cafes. Good for walking, kites and sandcastles.

Good to know

  • Walk to Whitby along the beach at low tide
  • Car parks fill on sunny weekends
Best time
Low tide
Open
All year
Getting there
Coast road; village car parks
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs welcome

Facilities

  • Rubbish bins
  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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