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Sandsend Beach – Whalebone Arch, Whitby loop from Hinderwell

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Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Sandsend Beach – Whalebone Arch, Whitby loop from Hinderwell

Hard

8

riders

Sandsend Beach – Whalebone Arch, Whitby loop from Hinderwell

02:50

41.9km

620m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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North York Moors National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

13.7 km

View of Sandsend and Whitby from Lythe Bank

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of best views of Whitby - looking down Lythe Bank into Sandsend Village with Whitby away in the distance.

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2

14.2 km

Sandsend Beach

Highlight • Beach

Here you can enjoy the beautiful, large beach away from larger towns. There are a few cafés on the coastal road where you can take a break and strengthen yourself.

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3

14.5 km

Sandsend Beach

Highlight • Beach

Sandsend is a small fishing village near to Whitby, with a pub, restaurant and a stunning beach.

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4

18.5 km

Whalebone Arch, Whitby

Highlight • Historical Site

Whaling is a significant part of Whitby's history - as the information board tells you here, between 1753 and 1833 there were 55 Whitby-based whaling ships. This arch celebrates this …

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5

19.3 km

Whitby North Promenade and Beach Huts

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a great road to take either into or out of Whitby. From high up you can appreciate the vastness of the North Sea and people watch those promenading …

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6

22.8 km

Penny Clare Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

Nice spot for a cup of tea. Open 10am till 5pm. Closed on Sundays

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31.1 km

Calf HIll Crag Wood

Forest

B

41.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.9 km

13.2 km

8.77 km

106 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.9 km

14.1 km

< 100 m

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Monday 12 October

17°C

8°C

11 %

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