Cleveland Way Trail Running Short Break

Run the best of the Cleveland Way National Trail, from Saltburn-by-the-sea to Scarborough. We provide accommodation, luggage transfer, maps and guidebooks.

About this route

This fantastic short break explores the stunning Cleveland Heritage Coast section of the Cleveland Way National Trail, beginning in the Victorian seaside town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea and following the rugged cliffs down to Scarborough.

This run is a classic showcase of breath-taking coastal terrain, bounding along bracing clifftops, racing across sandy beaches and exploring a range of picturesque fishing villages and bustling seaside resorts. While the scenery throughout is beautiful, some of the best views can be seen from Boulby, the highest cliffs in England.

Locations of particular interest include Whitby, boasting amazing heritage and folklore, and the seaside resort of Scarborough, with its ancient castle providing panoramic views over the Yorkshire coastline. This three-day run, filled with beautiful landscapes and a wealth of maritime and literary history, is a fantastic way to experience this short section of the Cleveland Way.

Code	Tour	Duration	Difficulty	Price per person
R-CLEVWSB	From Saltburn-by-the-Sea to Scarborough	3 nights, 2 days running	Moderate	£275
R-CLEVWSB-D	From Saltburn-by-the-Sea to Scarborough Dog friendly	3 nights, 2 days running	Moderate	£275

Start

Travel to Saltburn-by-the-Sea where your first night's accommodation has been booked

Day 1

Saltburn-by-the-Sea to Whitby. 20.5 miles (33km) / 2805 ft (855 m) ascent

Day 2

Whitby to Scarborough. 21 miles (33.5km) / 2769 ft (844 m) ascent

Finish

Depart from Scarborough after breakfast

Your Itinerary

This itinerary lists our preferred overnight stops for this tour. Sometimes there may be a shortage of available accommodation in a preferred location, in which case we will transfer you from the trail to your accommodation and back again at no extra charge. Overnight stops marked with a (T) will always require transfers as standard.

Overnight stops marked with an (L) have very limited accommodation, and therefore more often than not will also require a transfer, particularly on bank holidays and weekends. We will use non-transfer accommodation wherever possible.

The daily mileages quoted are average trail miles only and do not include the distance from the trail to your accommodation. We do not expect you to have to travel more than a mile from the trail to your accommodation; should your accommodation be further than this, transfers will be provided as standard.

Below are the additional costs that may apply depending on your requirements. Dog-friendly tours are subject to a Daily Dog Charge, which will be listed below if applicable. Our standard prices per person are based upon two people sharing a room; if you are on your own, or are part of a group but require a room of your own, then the Solo Traveller or Single Supplements apply respectively:

A note about transfers

£45.00 per person / per night

£35.00 per person / per night

You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:

£60.00 per person / per night

What's included?

3 nights' accommodation in en-suite rooms (where available) in selected B&B’s, hotels, inns and guesthouses along the trail, or a short distance away via taxi provided at our expense.
Breakfast each day.
Door to door luggage transfer.
Maps with the route marked on and a guidebook or route notes describing the trail.
An information pack containing an itinerary, instructions on how to find your accommodation each night and a kit list.
Detailed travel instructions on how to get to the start of your holiday and back from the end of it.

Extra Nights & Rest Days

If you would like to add an extra night into your holiday to explore the locations along the Cleveland Way, or to take a break from running for a day, then there are plenty of interesting locations to choose from along the trail.

The Cleveland Way Short Break visits the characterful town of Whitby, with plenty of attractions to occupy you during a rest day. Not only is there an attractive harbour to visit, several fascinating museums to explore and the infamous ruined abbey atop a hill in which Dracula was said to have resided, but there is a variety of shops and some of the most famous restaurants and fish and chip shops in the UK. There are also plenty of sports shops, leisure centres and swimming pools in Whitby, as well as a couple of sports massage clinics if you’re beginning to feel a bit sore from your run.

If you fancy somewhere livelier however, you could consider spending an extra night in the bustling seaside resort of Scarborough at the end of your break, where you can soak your feet in the sea, go rock-pooling or even try your hand at surfing, with many sports shops and leisure centres dotted around the town. There is a wide range of attractions to suit everyone; whether you want to relax on the beach, challenge your friends to a game of miniature golf, enjoy delicious locally-produced food or explore the surrounding trails on foot or by bike hire, Scarborough promises to keep you entertained throughout your stay.

You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:

£60.00 per person / per night

Tour Facts

Total distance: 41.5 miles (66.5 km)
Duration: 3 nights, 2 days running
Minimum daily distance: 20.5 miles (33 km)
Maximum daily distance: 21 miles (33.5 km)
Code: R-CLEVWSB Grade: Moderate
Season: 14th March - 31st October
Start of holiday: Saltburn-by-the-Sea
End of holiday: Scarborough

Route Profile

Travel Information

Useful information and travel links that will assist you in your plans to travel to the start of the holiday and back from the end of it are sent to you with your full tour pack. A summary is given below:

By Air - The most convenient major city and international airports are Leeds-Bradford, Manchester and Durham Tees Valley.

By Rail - There is a rail station at the start of the trail (Saltburn) and also at the end of the trail (Scarborough).

By Bus - Various buses run to and from Saltburn and Scarborough.

From London - Trains run from King's Cross station to Saltburn.

Return To The Start - The easiest way to return to the start of the trail, is to catch a train from Scarborough to Saltburn-by-the-Sea, although this is somewhat lengthly, so you may wish to consider a taxi instead.

Weather Information

To find out more about the weather forecast for your chosen holiday's general location, please see the following websites:

MetCheck - This website allows you to look up detailed weather information for specific locations as far as six months in advance.
Met Office - This website shows regional area forecasts a few days in advance, with a general UK forecast description of up to 30 days in advance.
Mountain Forecast - This website shows what the forecast is like up on specific hills and fells, and offers forecasts a few days in advance.

Cleveland Way Trail Running Short Break

About this route

Dog friendly tours available

Walking tours available

Holiday highlights

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