South Coast Walks & Historical Sites
Bring intriguing coastal trails and history alive in South Hampshire
The world's more beautiful on foot...
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Call us on 01707 331133
Or, email us at info@ramblersholidays.co.uk
Explore the North Yorkshire and rolling moorland landscapes from our base at Ravenscar between Whitby and Scarborough
Yorkshire
Jun
Jul
Sep
Oct
What does this mean?
Tour codes: 72115
Full day walks with moderate amounts of ascent and descent.
The paths are mostly good, but there may be some steep and rough ground.
Walks will last up to 6 hours and could involve as much as 750m of ascent and descent. Some walks will be less demanding.
Overview
Rugged high cliffs and magnificent scenery of heather moors and green valleys illustrates the real beauty of North Yorkshire. Coastal villages will be the theme for many of our day walks such as historic Staithes, picturesque Robin Hood’s Bay, Sandsend and the Gothic town of Whitby.
We can walk directly from the hotel along the Cleveland Way coastal path to Whitby, colourful beach huts, antique shops, tearooms, bars and top-notch fish and chips – you’ll find all these traditional seaside attractions here. But there’s also a darker side in the form of the legend of Dracula. Feel the Gothic frisson of Whitby as you explore the fishing villages and high cliffs on the edge of Robin Hood’s Bay and the moors.
A day will be spent further up the coast from Sandsend with a cliff top walk with beautiful views, delightful Runswick Bay and finishing at Staithes harbour. You’ll get the opportunity to walk from the moor above Grosmont to Robin Hood’s Bay, mostly using the famous Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route. We also include a train ride through the Yorkshire Moors to Goathland (the setting of Aidensfield in the Heartbeat TV series) followed by a circular walk with lots of history.
The diverse nature of the scenery along the way and the amount of interest and history it affords, will keep every enthusiastic walker intrigued.
Mandy Dorward, our Leader's Manager together with one of our tour leaders visited the The Raven Hall Hotel recently and here is what she had to say - "The Raven Hall Hotel has a spectacular position sitting on the clifftop with sweeping views down to Robin Hood's Bay and the stunning North Yorkshire Coast. Is there a better view from a hotel in the Country?".
NO Single Room Supplement - rooms without a supplement are subject to availability.
Click the button below for a detailed Holiday Information Sheet containing all the particulars about this trip.
NOTE: Itineraries and Holiday Information Sheets can vary by a specific date chosen
Some of the most varied and impressive scenery on a long-distance path in England
Full day walks with appreciable amounts of ascent and descent.
These walks are in more remote areas such as Andorra or northern Portugal.
Similar to Grade 5, but with most of the walks at the upper level of ascent/descent, time and distance.
Departure dates
The pride of Yorkshire!
Easy countryside walking with plenty of breaks, normally taking up the whole day.
Most of these holidays have an element of sightseeing.
You are unlikely to walk more than 6 miles and the cumulative ascents and descents will be gradual and range from minimal to 300m.
Departure dates
At 53 miles, this long distance circular footpath was devised in the 1980s and has quickly become a favourite amongst continuous trail walkers
Full day walks with moderate amounts of ascent and descent.
The paths are mostly good, but there may be some steep and rough ground.
Walks will last up to 6 hours and could involve as much as 750m of ascent and descent. Some walks will be less demanding.
Departure dates
Itinerary & Travel
Whilst every effort will be made to adhere to the outlined itinerary and advertised programme, local conditions can change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. This may mean that routes and timings need to be amended or the order of days may change, sometimes at short notice.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we may unfortunately need to withdraw a tour that is currently confirmed to operate and we therefore reserve the right to cancel your booking. We would always do our utmost to give you plenty of notice should we have to do this. Selected elements of this tour, including local attractions and restaurants, may change at late notice. Please ensure you have valid insurance cover before you travel.
Accommodation
Below is the accommodation featured on this holiday across all departure dates. Please refer to the Itinerary for more detail about each night's accommodation for each departure date.
We stay at the three-star Raven Hall Country House Hotel, dramatically situated 600 feet above sea level, overlooking Robin Hood’s Bay in the North York Moors National Park and in between Whitby and Scarborough. The hotel is perfectly situated for our holiday as the Cleveland Way crosses the hotel’s land and our walks start or finish close by. The hotel has a nine hole Cliffside links golf course, tennis courts, games room and a heated indoor swimming pool.
All bedrooms are comfortable and well equipped, with tea and coffee making facilities and TVs. Meals are taken in the Panorama Restaurant, which offers fine views of Yorkshire and delicious locally sourced fresh food. Free Wi-Fi is available in the hotel's public areas.
Please note that single rooms without supplements are subject to availability.
Trip Information
This is a Grade 5 holiday which includes walks with moderate amounts of ascent and descent. The paths are mostly good, but there may be some steep and rough ground. Some walks will involve as much as 600m of ascent and descent and daily mileage between 8-15.5 miles (a shorter version of this long walk is also available). We include cliff top walks with panoramic views. One walk has a section of steep descent and another walk on part of the Cleveland Way is on the disused railway line and typical field paths.
Based at the village of Ravenscar, you can spend time discovering its historical, industrial and geological heritage which creates a unique landscape. There are so many places nearby to visit and we cover a lot of local places of interest in our walks programme.
Local Transport Costs
All local transport costs in conjunction with the advertised activity programme are included in the holiday cost. There may be occasions where additional visits or excursions are added to enrich your experience, these will be paid for locally by you if you choose to participate. Local transport can be a mix of private hire coaches, taxis, local buses and ferries depending on the itinerary.
Optional Excursions
A range of local excursions and activities may be available to book at your destination through a local operator. We have no involvement in such activities or excursions which are not run, supervised or controlled in any way by us. Your contract will be with the local activity supplier and we accept no responsibility for their actions or omissions.
Holiday Budgeting
When budgeting for your holiday, you will need to consider drinks, any meals not included in the holiday price, non-included entrance fees, optional excursions you may choose to participate in locally and any souvenirs or additional services such as laundry. A general guideline for lunches and drinks is £10-£20 per person per day.
Tipping
Although entirely at your own discretion, tipping is an important aspect of tourism and hospitality life and expectations are fairly high. In order to simplify tipping, we strongly recommend that you allow your leader to take care of making sure tips are given to hotel and restaurant staff and to local guides and drivers. This will be done using some funds provided by us together with, if you wish, a contribution from you, which he/she will collect during the holiday.
Tour Leaders
Your tour leader makes the world of difference to your holiday and ours are as passionate about discovering the world on foot as you are. They're resourceful, organised and widely travelled. They will handle all the local administration and other needs that might arise to ensure that you don't have to worry about planning your days and you can enjoy your holiday. Although leading group holidays, they won't forget that every group is made up of individuals. Each tour leader has their own individual style, talents and professional backgrounds and all are trained, qualified, experienced and dedicated to making your holiday as enjoyable, interesting and inspiring as possible.
Leader's Evening Briefing
Each evening, your tour leader will discuss with you the programme for the following day. This will be your opportunity to discuss the details and ensure the planned activities suit your walking ability. If you have concerns on clothing or equipment, this can be discussed then also. If you do not wish to join the organised group programme, please let the leader know.
To reach the hotel...
by car: From the South
Continue on the A1(M) North until you reach junction 44. Use the left two lanes to merge onto A64 towards York. At the roundabout take the 2nd exit and stay on the A64. Turn left onto Malton Road/B1258, continue to follow the B1258. Turn right onto High Street/A170. At the roundabout take the 1st exit onto Racecourse Road, continue to follow the A170. At the roundabout take the 1st exit onto Stepney Drive, then a sharp left onto Scalby Road/A171. At the roundabout take the 1st exit onto High Street. Continue to follow A171, turn right towards Stubbs Lane, turn right again, continue straight and turn left toward Bloody Beck Hill then turn right onto Raven Hall Road.
From the North: Continue on the A1(M) South and fork left for signs of A66(M). At the roundabout take the 1st exit onto Bridge Rd/A66, at the next roundabout take the 3rd exit onto A66 and keep following signs for A66. Take the 4th exit following signs for A171 and continue ahead for about 20 miles. Follow signs for B1416 and take 3rd exit onto Ruswarp Lane. Turn right onto A171, turn left onto Stubbs Lane, continue straight and turn left toward Bloody Beck Hill then turn right onto Raven Hall Road.
by rail: The nearest railway station is Scarborough. Trains are available from many mainline stations such as London and Newcastle with a change at York. Irregular buses are available from Scarborough and take approximately 40 minutes to reach Ravenscar. Please plan your journey and check the timetables as service on a Sunday may be restricted. Alternatively a 20 minute taxi journey might cost around £15 – 20. You may wish to call Nippy Taxis on 01723 377377 for a quote.
You may also wish to look at the following website for advice on the best way to travel to the hotel: www.rome2rio.com
The AA and RAC both offer free and detailed on-line route planning facilities on their websites which may help you find our hotels. Details can be found at: www.theaa.co.uk and www.rac.co.uk
Meeting your tour leader and fellow walkers: Please check the time of dinner (approximately 7pm) on arrival at the hotel, and aim to be in the lounge bar half an hour before dinner for an introduction to your tour leader, an outline of the planned programme for your holiday and the chance to meet your walking companions.
Personal Details Check
To ensure that we can accurately administer your holiday arrangements, please confirm that the personal details we hold for you are up to date and that you have provided the information we need to secure your holiday travel and accommodation arrangements. Please check your passport details, date of birth and any other important details necessary for us to properly manage your holiday booking. You can view and update information already provided, and add details not yet asked for, by using the Manage My Booking facility on our website www.ramblersholidays.co.uk, or by calling our Sales and Reservations team on +44 (0)1707 331133. When you receive your booking confirmation please check the details as soon as possible.
Passport Information for United Kingdom
Any non UK or EU citizens may be subject to passport, identity card or visa requirements to enter the United Kingdom.
This tour is on a half board basis. Breakfast and evening meals are taken in the Panorama restaurant offering fine views of Yorkshire
Footwear
Lightweight waterproof walking boots with a good moulded sole (such as Vibram or similar) and a deep tread and which provide ankle support are strongly recommended and may be essential for some walks.
General Kit List
Outdoor activities are always safer and more enjoyable if you are prepared.
If you have not travelled with us before the following list might be of use:
This list is not exhaustive and every walker is different and may have their own preference.
Travel Documents Checklist
Documents and Information to take with you:
Water To Go
An alternative to bottled water from single-use sealed water bottles is filtered water from a refillable bottle containing its own water filter such as a Water-to-go bottle available from www.watertogo.eu. Just fill up from any water source and save the environment from disposable plastic bottles.
We have negotiated an exclusive 15% discount with our partners Water-to-Go for you as a thank you for helping the environment. Please go to their website at www.watertogo.eu and enter the code RWH17 when ordering. In addition, Water-to-Go will match the discount with a donation to our charity, Heart & Sole, which will allow us to continue to make a difference in the countries you visit on our holidays.
Maps, Guidebooks & More
The walks mentioned above are covered by the following maps:
Ordnance Survey Explorer 1:25,000 Series
OL27 North York Moors Eastern Area
The Map Shop
If you cannot find the maps or books locally we recommend:
The Map Shop
5 High Street
Upton upon Severn, Worcs
WR8 0HJ
England
Tel: 01684 593 146
Website: www.themapshop.co.uk
E-mail: themapshop@btinternet.com
If you key many of the local places mentioned in this holiday fact sheet into YouTube, you will find a vast array of spectacular footage of the area.
Weather
Visit the following websites for an idea of the climate in your destination:
Health requirements can change at any time. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you inform yourself from a professionally qualified source on, and comply with, such requirements at least 6 to 8 weeks before departure. Advice on vaccinations is available from your GP.
Health Advice for United Kingdom
No compulsory immunisations are required for holidays in the UK although you should be up to date with the usual immunisations recommended for life in Britain. Tetanus immunisation is recommended.
Further Travel Advice
For further advice please visit:
You might wish to take a small bottle of antibacterial hand gel with you for times when you're unable to wash your hands.
Although not compulsory for British and EU citizens resident in the UK, we strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance to cover you in the event of eventualities such as unexpected cancellation, accident or illness before your holiday or the loss of personal possessions.
Visitors who are not British Citizens (or who are not EU citizens resident in the UK), must be adequately insured to join our holidays and will be unable to participate in our local walking and other activity programmes without being able to demonstrate that you have valid travel insurance.
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office provides up to date information on security and local laws for travellers, together with current passport and visa information, at www.gov.uk/travelaware. Please take a few minutes to look at the current advice on your planned destination.
Please be aware of what's going on around you, take sensible precautions with your credit cards and passport and avoid displays of wealth such as wearing expensive jewellery or watches. Do not carry more cash on you than you will need for each day, and we recommend that a money belt is used.
Responsible Travel
We're committed to ethical tourism in all our destinations. Our holidays are designed for you to discover the essence of the country you are visiting. Travelling in small groups not only gives you an up close and personal experience of your destination, but minimises your impact on the immediate environment. We feel that the most important starting point to protect the environment is to be out in it. For more details visit our website.
The Ramblers Holidays Charitable Trust
Unlike many tour operators we have our own trust through which RWH Travel’s profits are channelled back into a variety of outdoor, walking-related or environmental conservation projects in the UK. The focus of the Trust’s financial support is Britain’s leading walking charity, The Ramblers, and their role in promoting the benefits and importance of walking to the British public. In addition the Trust welcomes applications for small grants from local organisations in the UK who need support for walking-orientated activities. This includes the establishment of footpaths and bridleways, funding for rebuilding bridges and renovating huts, as well as bursary funding for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award for children who could not otherwise afford to do it. Please visit the ‘About Us’ section of our website and click on the Charitable Trust link for more details.
Heart and Sole
We appreciate that we are in a fortunate position to be able to use our profits to help make a difference to people's lives. Heart & Sole is a venture managed by our office staff, whose aim is to reach the heart of the communities in the countries we visit. Through Heart & Sole, we hope to make more of a long term, direct impact to these communities, particularly in less developed countries where even a small amount goes a long way. See our website for more information and details of some of the projects we support.
Mobile Phones
Please do provide us with a mobile phone contact number. We will only use this to contact you with important information relating to your holiday arrangements.
Do keep your mobile phones switched on and readily available when travelling to the airport or if delayed in transit so that we can contact you with any last minute information relating to your travel arrangements.
As a matter of courtesy, please switch off your mobile phone during walks, or endeavour to minimise its use. Please also try to minimise the use of mobile devices during group meals.
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