Photo of Scarborough Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Scarborough Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Scarborough Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Scarborough Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Scarborough Beach amenities area

Photo of Scarborough Beach and the settlement

Photo of Scarborough Beach surrounded by mountains

Photo of Scarborough Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.6

Very good

Scarborough Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Scarborough Beach?

The bar is located right on the Scarborough Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Carousel Brewers Fayre is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Scarborough Beach?

There are 847 places to stay in the Scarborough Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Scarborough Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=38280&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Palm Court Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=468280&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Esplanade Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=352889&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Crescent Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7081300&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Number Five South Cliff</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7740647&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">7a Belvoir Terrace</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9795825&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Valley View Retreat</a></li></ul>

Scarborough beach

Scarborough, United Kingdom

#198 out of 570 in England

7.6

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Perfect for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Scarborough • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Papa's Fish & Chips Scarborough Seafront Takeaway

7.8 - Very good 90m

Restaurant Lifeboat Fish Bar, Fish and Chip Cafe & Takeaway

9.8 - Exceptional 140m

Italian Restaurant ASK Italian

8.4 - Very good 180m

Bar Scarborough Flyer

8.4 - Very good 220m

Fast Food Restaurant KFC Scarborough - Huntriss Way

6.8 - Good 280m

Restaurant The Carousel Brewers Fayre

7.6 - Very good 300m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.8 - Very good 330m

Restaurant Lezzet Mediterranean bistro

9.6 - Exceptional 410m

Bar Scarborough Arms

8.8 - Excellent 460m

Park Shuttleworth Gardens

220m

Park Italian Gardens

230m

Park Olivers Mount War Memorial and Viewing Point

890m

Park Peasholm Park

1.4km

Park Falsgrave Park

1.5km

Zoo Filey Bird Garden and Animal Park

8km

Park Glen Gardens

9.8km

Supermarket Heron Foods

280m

Supermarket Marks and Spencer

280m

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Scarborough

370m

Discount Store Poundland

390m

Supermarket Sainsbury's Local

460m

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

520m

Supermarket Tesco Express

570m

Convenience Store Premier

610m

Supermarket Happy Rooster Oriental Food and BUBBLE TEA Store

640m

Tourist Attraction Scarborough Spa's Cliff Lift

60m

Museum Rotunda Museum: Museum of Coastal Heritage and Geology

150m

Tourist Attraction Scarborough North Bay Railway

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Oliver's Mount Racing

1.6km

Tourist Attraction SEA LIFE Scarborough

2.2km

Museum Scarborough Fair Collection & Vintage Transport Museum

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Playdale Farm Park

5.3km

Tourist Attraction St Oswald's Church : Filey

9.4 - Excellent 9.1km

Art Gallery Scarborough Art Gallery

290m

Amusement Park Alpamare UK

1.9km

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About

Scarborough Beach is located on the North Sea and it is in the 5th place out of 7 beaches in the North Yorkshire region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Scarborough Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cayton bay beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Scarborough Beach is located in North Yorkshire within Scarborough, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +12 ^o C

Air temperature

8.1 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Scarborough • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Papa's Fish & Chips Scarborough Seafront Takeaway

7.8 - Very good 90m

Restaurant Lifeboat Fish Bar, Fish and Chip Cafe & Takeaway

9.8 - Exceptional 140m

Italian Restaurant ASK Italian

8.4 - Very good 180m

Bar Scarborough Flyer

8.4 - Very good 220m

Fast Food Restaurant KFC Scarborough - Huntriss Way

6.8 - Good 280m

Restaurant The Carousel Brewers Fayre

7.6 - Very good 300m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.8 - Very good 330m

Restaurant Lezzet Mediterranean bistro

9.6 - Exceptional 410m

Bar Scarborough Arms

8.8 - Excellent 460m

Park Shuttleworth Gardens

220m

Park Italian Gardens

230m

Park Olivers Mount War Memorial and Viewing Point

890m

Park Peasholm Park

1.4km

Park Falsgrave Park

1.5km

Zoo Filey Bird Garden and Animal Park

8km

Park Glen Gardens

9.8km

Supermarket Heron Foods

280m

Supermarket Marks and Spencer

280m

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Scarborough

370m

Discount Store Poundland

390m

Supermarket Sainsbury's Local

460m

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

520m

Supermarket Tesco Express

570m

Convenience Store Premier

610m

Supermarket Happy Rooster Oriental Food and BUBBLE TEA Store

640m

Tourist Attraction Scarborough Spa's Cliff Lift

60m

Museum Rotunda Museum: Museum of Coastal Heritage and Geology

150m

Tourist Attraction Scarborough North Bay Railway

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Oliver's Mount Racing

1.6km

Tourist Attraction SEA LIFE Scarborough

2.2km

Museum Scarborough Fair Collection & Vintage Transport Museum

5.1km

Tourist Attraction Playdale Farm Park

5.3km

Tourist Attraction St Oswald's Church : Filey

9.4 - Excellent 9.1km

Art Gallery Scarborough Art Gallery

290m

Amusement Park Alpamare UK

1.9km

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Located at nearest locality

Scarborough • 560m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

What to do in Scarborough Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Scarborough Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Nearest Beaches

1.7km 22 min walk

North Bay beach North Bay beach

7.7 Very good

4.7km

Cayton bay beach Cayton bay beach

7.8 Very good

10.8km

Filey beach Filey beach

7.6 Very good

25.3km

North Landing beach North Landing beach

6.7 Good

25.4km

Bridlington beach Bridlington beach

7.5 Very good

25.6km

Danes Dyke beach Danes Dyke beach

6.3 Pleasant

26.5km

Bridlington South beach Bridlington South beach

7.3 Good

Popular beach 27.9km

Whitby Beach Whitby Beach

7.9 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Scarborough • 420m

Transport

Airport

HRT • 61.3km

Bus Station

Railway Station (Stop S) • 600m

Train Station

Scarborough • 600m

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

Landon Braxton

10 Exceptional

Scarborough was a lovely place to stroll around, and we were fortunate enough to have good weather. I ended up paying £6 to park at the harbor, not realizing that there was free parking available until March. Nonetheless, it was enjoyable to observe the surfers catching waves. 🏄‍♂️

March 2023

Mitchell Armbey

10 Exceptional

This beach is a beautiful destination that is definitely worth checking out. Additionally, the sand is a stunning shade of gold, adding to the overall charm of the location.

March 2023

Chiang Mai Dwellers

10 Exceptional

I returned for a brief visit after two years, and I still have a strong affection for this beach. Scarborough boasts two primary bays, the North and South Bay. The South Bay is home to the local fishing community's primary harbor, as well as numerous amusement parks, eateries, and souvenir shops.

March 2023

Lila Andrews

8 Very good

Scarbrough is an amazing seaside spot that's full of fun and excitement. The views and scenery are absolutely fantastic and my kids had a blast exploring all the different activities available. There's plenty to do, from seaside shops and amusement arcades to the sea life centre - everything you could possibly need for a memorable day at the beach. The beaches themselves are very well maintained and clean, with lifeguards on duty to ensure everyone's safety. All in all, it was a truly great day by the sea.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Scarborough Beach?

The coastline of Scarborough Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Scarborough Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Scarborough Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Scarborough Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Scarborough Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Scarborough Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Scarborough Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Scarborough Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Scarborough Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Scarborough Beach?

The bar is located right on the Scarborough Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Carousel Brewers Fayre is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Scarborough Beach?

There are 847 places to stay in the Scarborough Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Scarborough Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Scarborough Beach from parking?

The Scarborough Beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Scarborough Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Scarborough Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Scarborough Spa's Cliff Lift located in 0.6 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Scarborough Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Scarborough Beach is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 7°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Scarborough Beach (North Yorkshire) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Scarborough Beach (North Yorkshire) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.