Local Amenities

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Facilities in Robin Hood's Bay and the local area.......

Shops

Baytown Stores - In upper Robin Hood's Bay, Baytown Stores is ideal for everyday essentials and has a full Post Office facility. You can also purchase your parking permits for the council car parks here. 01947 880202.

Muir Lea Stores - In lower Robin Hoods Bay, you can find all your daily essentials during your stay in the lower village including newspapers, milk, Stonehouse Bakery products, confectionery, wines & beers, fresh fruit & vegetables and local gifts. 01947 880316.

Thorpe Stores - In Fylingthorpe village, just a mile from Robin Hoods Bay, Thorpe Stores is ideal to pick up any daily essential. 01947 880213.

 

Other shops in Robin Hoods Bay.........

  • The Bay Company - locally-run online clothing and homeware brand - thebaycompany.co.uk
  • Berties of Bay - for heritage work-wear and unique gifts - specialising in traditional local-pattern 'ganseys' - www.bertiesofbay.co.uk
  • Bay Fisheries - the original fish and chip shop on Albion Road, just off the dock - 01947 880665
  • Brown's Sweet Shop - with chocolate fountain, traditional jars of sweets and connoisseur chocolates - 01947 881288
  • Barnard's Butchers (in Fylingthorpe) - local butcher and pizzeria (takeaway only) - 01947 880322
  • The Robin Hood's Bay Book Shop - one of only two left in the village - for second-hand books and local literature.
  • Dolly’s Sweet Shop - located in the dock and serving ice lollies, sweets and gift confectioneries.
  • Jessica Hogarth Shop – for original design cards and gifts - 01947 800892 - www.jessicahogarthshop.com
  • The Old Drapery – for clothes, shoes, gifts and accessories.

 

Supermarkets (further afield)

  • There is a Sainsbury's supermarket with petrol station and ATM facilities and an Aldi, both of which are ideally placed on the road out of Whitby, towards Robin Hood's Bay.
  • If you are travelling through Scarborough, there is a large Morrison's on the A64 south of Scarborough which has a filling station, ATM and a pharmacy. There is also a McDonalds and a food pub close by.

Eateries

  • The Cove Café – breakfasts, lunches and delicious cakes. 01947 880180
  • Brambles Bistro – brunches, steaks and grill. Booking advisable for evenings. 01947 880094
  • Smugglers – licensed bar and pizzeria
  • Elle Estelle – breakfasts and lunches
  • The Coastguard Café – run by the National Trust – sandwiches and snacks.
  • The Fish Box – near the top of Bay Bank so this is an ideal place to stop for a breather!
  • Tea, Toast and Post - for doorstop sandwiches and toast - 07518 518616

Pubs

  • The Victoria Hotel - tea garden and new orangery overlooking the bay, restaurant and large bar - 01947 880205 - www.victoriarhb.com
  • The Laurel Inn - no food but you are welcome to bring your own in - 01947 880400
  • The Bay Hotel - down in the dock – great views, a roaring fire and serving food all day and evening - 01947 880278 - www.bayhotel.info
  • The Grosvenor - serves food and has a snooker table. Steve Phillips (of Notting Hillbillies fame) plays here every Tuesday night - 01947 880320 - www.thegrosvenor.info
  • The Dolphin – newly refurbished and re-opened in 2026, The Dolphin has quickly gained a cult following. No food yet but expected later in the year.

Pet Friendly Holidays

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Here at Robin Hood’s Bay Holiday Cottages, we understand how important it is to bring your beloved family pet on holiday with you. We have a fantastic selection of pet-friendly cottages suitable for parties of up to 8 people.