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Burniston

North York Moors Cycleway: 2a Scarborough to Whitby — North York Moors National Park

Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Scarborough

Burniston

North York Moors Cycleway: 2a Scarborough to Whitby — North York Moors National Park

Moderate

riders

North York Moors Cycleway: 2a Scarborough to Whitby — North York Moors National Park

02:21

28.1km

370m

Road cycling

After leaving Scarborough, head along quiet coastal roads and the old railway line, now known as the Cinder Track. Stop to look at the striking Beacon Windmill, a short distance north of Staintondale. Then you will pass the wildlife haven of Ravenscar and the picturesque old fishing village of Robin…

by North York Moors National Park

Last updated: June 12, 2024

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Includes a movable bridge

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After 27.1 km for 54 m

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8.93 km

Beacon Windmill

Highlight • Monument

This striking structure, next to Cobb Farm and Wellfield Farm, was built in 1858 for William Hammond, who was a landlord of the Raven Hill Estate. The mill was in …

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16.8 km

Robin Hood's Bay Village

Highlight • Historical Site

The village, which consists of a maze of tiny streets, has a tradition of smuggling. Robin Hood’s Bay is reputed to have a network of subterranean passageways linking the houses. …

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24.2 km

View of Whitby Abbey

Highlight • Viewpoint

As you descend down Hawsker Lane, there is a great view of Whitby Abbey. An iconic landmark on the North Sea coast.

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27.1 km

Whitby Harbour

Highlight • Historical Site

Whitby is a traditional seaside town that is dearly loved by young and old alike. With a glorious golden beach, quirky cobbled streets that wind enticingly through old taverns and …

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28.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.4 km

5.90 km

3.49 km

1.65 km

674 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.2 km

7.96 km

5.09 km

868 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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December 30, 2023

After leaving Scarborough, head along quiet coastal roads and the old railway line, now known as the Cinder Track. Stop to look at the striking Beacon Windmill, a short distance north of Staintondale. Then you will pass the wildlife haven of Ravenscar and the picturesque old fishing village of Robin