Redcar’s award-winning, flat sandy beaches stretch for eight miles to the southeast and northwest. There are also water sports, horse racing and historic landmarks. When looking for a place to stay, it helps to first decide what your trip will focus on: do you want to make the coast the centre of your visit, experience a race day, or are you particularly interested in views and history?
Beach, water sports and getting there
Popular leisure activities on the coast at Redcar Beach include windsurfing, fishing, sailing and scuba diving. The choice therefore ranges from activities on the water to fishing along the coast. Consider which of these are important for your stay, rather than treating the different options as a single programme.
For a beach-focused journey, there is a specific point of reference: Redcar Beach is a five-minute walk from Redcar Central station. If the beach is your main destination, you can take this short walk into account when planning.
Factor race days into your travel plans
Redcar Racecourse hosts horse racing on around 18 days from April to November. Race dates can vary, so this is not a daily programme. If you want to travel to Redcar for a race, check the specific dates before setting your travel dates.
Both the Grandstand and the Course Family Enclosure offer views directly alongside the racecourse. The two named areas therefore share a clear connection to the racing: a view from right beside the track.
Views and accessibility at Redcar Beacon
Redcar Beacon offers 360-degree views of the surrounding area, including the sandy shores of Majuba Beach. The viewpoint gives you a different perspective from the one you get from the beach. The Beacon is accessible to wheelchair users via a ramp, and the top can be reached by lift. You can take these specific accessibility details into account when planning your visit.
Historic highlights
The Zetland is the oldest surviving lifeboat in the world. Redcar’s Town Clock adds a different historic note: the memorial clock tower was designed by John Dobson in 1913 and is dedicated to King Edward VII. These are two distinct features—a preserved lifeboat and a memorial structure with a specified design year and dedication. If you want to explore maritime history and architecture as well as the coast, these offer two different points of interest.
Beach equipment and finding somewhere to stay
Two Hippocampes and one Debug wheelchair are available to borrow free of charge at Redcar Beach. A hoist is available to transfer users into the wheelchairs. As equipment availability may change, check the latest booking information and availability before your visit.
If you’re looking for a hotel in Redcar, first choose your travel dates based on your planned activity: for a race day, the specific dates are important; for a beach-focused stay, the walk from the station to Redcar Beach is a useful point of reference. If you plan to borrow equipment at the beach, confirm its availability in advance.
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