Christmas in Robin Hood's Bay

There is something magical about Christmas and December in Robin Hood's Bay
There is something even more magical about Robin Hood's Bay at Christmas.  The lights are all up, the tree is standing proud in the Dock, wreaths are hung on doors and there is a smell of open fires.


Take a wander through the winding cobbled streets and through little alleyways as they come alive with twinkling Christmas lights.   Pull up a chair in front of the fire at the Laurel and enjoy a festive drink or watch the waves crash up the slipway from the warmth of the Bay Hotel.

Throughout December Robin Hood's Bay has lots of festive events and celebrations.  The year brings the new Advent and Winter Festival to Robin Hood's Bay.  


5th-6th December is the new Victorian Weekend, 12th-13th December is the Pirates and Smugglers weekend and the 19th-20th December is a family weekend.  With events taking place in lots of local venues.

If you are searching for the perfect Christmas gift for someone who has everything why not give the gift of time.  Time to relax, time to reset, time to read a book in front of a log burner, time to have a drink and a chat in a local pub.  We are happy to provide gift vouchers to use against the cost of a stay at Dock Cottage or Sherwood House.  If you have a date in mind, why not gift a stay?


Whilst you are here browse the independent shops,  pick up something unusual for a Christmas present in the Old Drapery or Jessica Hogarth's gift shop.  Enjoy a coffee in the Cove or lunch at the Brambles Bistro.  Supporting local businesses helps keep the village thriving throughout the quieter winter months.

Christmas Eve in Robin Hood's Bay has a sense of days gone by when traditionally, people gather around the Christmas tree in the Dock and sing carols in aid of local good causes.  Grab a mulled wine and join in the festive spirit.


Imagine waking up on Christmas morning, opening the curtains to see the North Sea and a beautiful winter sunrise followed by a Christmas Day walk on the beach. 

A large number of the holiday cottages in Robin Hood's Bay, including Dock Cottage and Sherwood House, support the village by having locally made wreaths. 

If you would like to make your own you can book a wreath making workshop at the Victoria Hotel (3rd December) or at Robin Hood's Bay Studio and Art Gallery ( 28th November).


Whether you're visiting for one of the festive weekends, enjoying a winter walk along the beach or simply escaping for a few days of peace and quiet, Christmas in Robin Hood's Bay has a charm all of its own.

It's a chance to slow down, enjoy the little things, support local businesses and experience this beautiful historic fishing village without the summer crowds.

And what could be nicer than returning from a winter's walk, putting the kettle on, lighting the log burner and watching the waves from your window?

We'd love to welcome you to Dock Cottage or Sherwood House this Christmas and share a little bit of our special corner of the Yorkshire coast with you.


See you by the sea

Sian and Matt