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Robin Hoods Bay

North Yorkshire, North East
Sufficient Water Quality
Data last verified: 12 Nov 2026

Nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, Robin Hoods Bay boasts a picturesque coastline with dramatic cliffs and a stunning beach, where the shoreline is characterised by a mix of rock and sand. The bay's water quality has been classified as Sufficient by the Environment Agency, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors. During the summer months, the water temperature typically ranges from 15°C to 18°C, making it perfect for a refreshing dip.

6.7°C
Air Temp
26.3 mph
Wind Speed
High Tide (5.42m)
in 4h 19m (05:20) • Spring Tide
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Live Water Quality

60
Sufficient
Safe for swimming
• Updated 10 mins ago
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Air Temp

6.7°C
Comfortable

Weather

Partly cloudy
6.7°C

Tide

High Tide (5.42m)
in 4h 19m (05:20) • Spring Tide

Water Quality

Sufficient
Safe for swimming

Pollution Alerts

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Quick Overview

Sand & Rocky beach
Family friendly
Dog friendly
(winter)
Parking nearby
Toilets
Café

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Beach Type
Rock, Sand
Water Quality
Sufficient
Avg. Air Temp
6.7°C
Swimming
Highly recommended

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Reference Information

🌊 Live Tide Curve, Tidal Range & 7-Day Schedule

Harmonic astronomical predictions, tidal coefficients & flow rate

Spring Tide • Coeff 88
Current Water Level
Rising ↑ (2.41m)
30% through current tide cycle (LAT)
Upcoming High & Low
▲ High: 05:20 (5.42m • in 4h 19m)
▼ Low: 11:23 (1.89m • in 10h 22m)
Tidal Range & Coefficient
Range: 3.76m (Coeff 88/120)
Large tidal range — faster tidal currents and higher high water.
Current Tidal Flow
Peak Flooding Flow
Rule of Twelfths: fastest flow occurs in mid-tide hours 3 & 4.
📈 24-Hour Harmonic Tide Curve (LAT)
Station: Whitby
6.1m 3.7m 1.2m 23:3003:3007:3011:3015:3019:30 High 05:20 (5.4m)Low 11:23 (1.9m)High 17:26 (5.5m) NOW
📅 7-Day High & Low Tide Table
Day High & Low Tides (Local Time) Tidal Range Coeff / Phase
Wed 11 Nov ▲ High 16:54 (5.62m)▼ Low 23:11 (1.65m) 3.97m Spring (93)
Today ▲ High 05:20 (5.42m)▼ Low 11:23 (1.89m)▲ High 17:26 (5.52m)▼ Low 23:44 (1.76m) 3.76m Spring (88)
Fri 13 Nov ▲ High 05:57 (5.25m)▼ Low 11:54 (2.09m)▲ High 18:00 (5.38m) 3.29m Coeff 76
Sat 14 Nov ▼ Low 00:20 (1.91m)▲ High 06:36 (5.06m)▼ Low 12:29 (2.31m)▲ High 18:37 (5.21m) 3.30m Coeff 76
Sun 15 Nov ▼ Low 00:59 (2.09m)▲ High 07:20 (4.86m)▼ Low 13:09 (2.53m)▲ High 19:18 (5.02m) 2.93m Coeff 67
Mon 16 Nov ▼ Low 01:44 (2.26m)▲ High 08:10 (4.68m)▼ Low 13:57 (2.73m)▲ High 20:09 (4.85m) 2.59m Coeff 58
Tue 17 Nov ▼ Low 02:40 (2.41m)▲ High 09:10 (4.55m)▼ Low 15:00 (2.87m)▲ High 21:11 (4.73m) 2.32m Coeff 52
Reference Station: Whitby • Model: Primary Harmonic Gauge (TICON) • Datum: LAT Tide predictions via TidesAtlas
Next 4 Tides
Spring Tide
High 05:20 5.42m
Low 11:23 1.89m
High 17:26 5.52m
Low 23:44 1.76m
Current: Rising (2.41m) • Peak Flooding Flow
Sediment Type
Rock, Sand

The shoreline consists primarily of rock, sand. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.

Annual Rating
Sufficient

Water complies with minimum legal safety limits. However, higher bacterial levels are occasionally recorded, indicating moderate vulnerability to runoff.

Rainfall Impact
High Risk

Bacterial levels are highly susceptible to storm runoff. Heavy rainfall in the local catchment is likely to trigger storm overflows and agricultural runoff, rendering the water temporarily unsafe.

Monitoring Authority
Environment Agency

Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.

Water Body Type
Coastal Beach

Monitored as a coastal beach. Coastal beaches are subject to tidal flows and marine dilution, whereas inland lakes/rivers suffer from low water circulation, meaning bacteria can linger longer.

Sewerage Provider
Yorkshire Water Services Limited

Yorkshire Water Services Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.

Designated Year
1988

Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.

County / District
North Yorkshire

Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the North Yorkshire area.

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