Cattersty Gill And Hummersea Walks
Are These Walks For You?
Cattersty Gill is a secluded coastal valley above Skinningrove with wildflower-rich grassland and migrant bird interest. Hummersea Nature Reserve sits further south-east along the Cleveland Way from the beach and Cattersty Sands area.
These are good choices if you like quieter, natural clifftop walks rather than polished resort promenades. They are less about ticking off a major attraction and more about slowing down into the landscape.
What To Pair Them With
For a gentle local day, combine one nature walk with Skinningrove Beach, Land of Iron or the Skinningrove Heritage Trail. If you are walking the Cleveland Way, treat Cattersty Gill and Hummersea as part of a wider coastal day rather than isolated destinations.
How To Approach The Walks
Treat these as coastal nature walks rather than all-weather routes. Check tide times, keep away from unsafe cliff edges and cliff bases, and use official reserve guidance before setting out.
Useful starting points include the North York Moors Cattersty Gill listing, Tees Valley Wildlife Trust Cattersty Gill information and North York Moors Hummersea information.
Where To Base Yourself
If you are planning several quiet walking days, Skinningrove can be a good base because the beach, Cleveland Way, Land of Iron and these smaller nature spots are all close together. It suits visitors who want a less commercial coast and do not need a large resort on the doorstep.
Moonfleet is close to Skinningrove Beach, Cattersty Sands and the Cleveland Way, with breakfast, free parking, en-suite rooms and packed lunches available upon request.
See Room Rates, Cleveland Way walks or the local guide for more ideas.