Cloughton Wyke
North Yorkshire
Cloughton Wyke is a secluded rocky inlet on the North Yorkshire coast between Hayburn Wyke to the north and Scarborough to the south, accessible via the Cleveland Way long distance path. The wyke is a small, sheltered cove carved into the shale and ironstone cliffs of this stretch of the North Yorkshire Heritage Coast, and is more of an exploration beach than a conventional sunbathing destination. It is very quiet and rarely visited, giving it a genuine sense of remoteness and discovery for those who make the effort to reach it. The Cleveland Way connects north to Hayburn Wyke and south toward Burniston and Scarborough.
Cloughton Wyke is a dog friendly destination with no reported restrictions. The path access and rocky terrain mean visitor numbers are naturally low, and the beach is consistently quiet. It is best suited to dogs and owners who enjoy scrambling and rocky terrain rather than flat sandy walking. No facilities are available at the beach itself.
At a Glance
- Dog Access
- Year Round
- Beach Type
- Rock, Shingle
- Tide Notes
- Small, rocky cove. Reduces to rock shelves at high tide. Best explored at low water. Rocks are slippery. Check conditions before descending.
- Facilities
- None at beach. Cloughton village nearby with pub. Scarborough (approx 8km south) has full facilities
- Parking
- Access via the Cleveland Way footpath from Cloughton or from Hayburn Wyke. Limited parking at Cloughton. No direct road access to beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cloughton Wyke dog friendly?
Yes, Cloughton Wyke is a dog friendly beach with no reported restrictions. Its naturally low visitor numbers — thanks to path-only access and rocky terrain — make it a pleasantly peaceful spot for dogs and their owners alike.
Are dogs allowed at Cloughton Wyke year round?
There are no reported seasonal restrictions at Cloughton Wyke, so dogs are welcome throughout the year. As a quiet, secluded cove accessed via the Cleveland Way rather than a busy resort beach, it doesn't attract the summer crowds that prompt restrictions elsewhere on the coast.
What should I know before visiting Cloughton Wyke with my dog?
Cloughton Wyke is a rocky, sheltered inlet rather than a sandy beach, so it suits adventurous dogs and owners who are comfortable with scrambling over shale and ironstone rather than flat walking. There are no facilities at the beach itself, so come prepared — the nearest pub is in Cloughton village, and Scarborough around 8km to the south has everything you might need. Access is on foot via the Cleveland Way, with limited parking available at Cloughton.
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