Start from the car park by the Mining Museum (NZ712 193). If, for any reason, it isn't possible to park here, there is an alternative car park down by the sea front(NZ713 201).
From the car park by the Mining Museum, take the steps that lead to the Museum entrance initially. However, these steps then continue up to a surfaced footpath. Turn right on the footpath and continue uphill to Loftus.
In Loftus, turn left along the main street and continue to the parish church / Town Hall. .
Continue up Hummersea Lane until you come to the road on your left which takes you down to Skinningrove.
In Skinningrove, head along towards the Pier and Cattersty Sands.
To return to the car park by the mining Museum, there is a footpath on the east side of the Kilton Beck which returns you to your starting point.