Seal Colony at North York Moors Coast

Lots of pups die each year because of being scared by humans

Wild seals and pups on the beach and in the water. Be sure to keep dogs and children on leashes ;) wildlife is easily spooked and we want to keep the seals safe and coming back year after year. Scared seals can lead to deaths and pup abandonment so please go down being quiet and vigilant. Please don't touch the seals - many visitors have tried this and it either startles the seals or some visitors have had to go to hospital with bites due to protective mothers for their pups. Amazing sight to see the seals in the wild. If you bring binoculars, you can see them hunting out at sea in the bay. Check tidal times before visiting and be cautious of cliff erosion.