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Scarborough South Bay beach is known more for it’s classic seaside feel with it’s amusements, restaurants, fresh seafood, ice cream parlors, shops and donkey rides.
The South is also home to Scarborough’s harbour which is filled with an assortment of recreational boats and fishing trawlers. Here you’ll find the opportunity to take a voyage on The Hispaniola or ride across the bay on a speed boat!
Overlooking the bay you’ll also find the popular Scarborough Spa and famous Scarborough Castle! Both great places to visit during your stay. You can also rent or hire one of the stunning rainbow chalets on the south side too!
More information:
- The beach is patrolled by an RNLI qualified lifeguard service during the summer season
- Tide times
- Chalet hire
- Dog restrictions apply to this beach between 1 May and 30 September:
https://www.scarborough.gov.uk/home/environment/dogs/dog-walking
- Scarborough Spa cliff lift
- Central Tramway cliff lift
Beach Chalets
Scarborough South Bay 12 April – 11 September
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Guide Prices
Deckchairs and windbreaks available for hire £2.00 (£1.00 deposit refunded)
Events
Saturday, 24th June 2023 - Saturday, 24th June 2023
Armed Forces Day 2023It’s time to reach for your planner and book out Saturday 24 June. After the triumph of last year’s national event, Scarborough’s popular Armed Forces Day celebration is set to return in style this summer with a jam packed programme.- more info
Monday, 1st January 2024 - Monday, 1st January 2024
New Year's Day DipTraditional New Year's Day dip in Scarborough's South Bay sea. Popular tradition for over 20 years and raises money for many charities.
- more info
Facilities
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Facilities
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
Facilities
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Facilities
Parking
- Parking with charge
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Accessibility
- Disabled access
Facilities
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Grounds for outdoor activities
- Leisure facilities onsite
- Mobile phone coverage
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
Booking & Payment Details
- Cash Point
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Grounds for outdoor activities
- Leisure facilities onsite
- Mobile phone coverage
Parking
- Parking with charge
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Telephone (public)
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Follow signs for Scarborough's South Bay. From the South end of the bay you will come along Foreshore Road. From Peasholm Park in the North Bay, go on seafront along Royal Albert Drive, Marine Drive and Sandside.
*Directions to south bay when there are no major events taking place:
Scarborough parking map: Please copy & paste the following website link into your browser: https://www.scarborough.gov.uk/home/parking/car-parks For up to the minute information on road works and road closures: Please copy & paste the following website link into your browser: http://www.northyorks.gov.uk/article/26662
Public Transport Directions
There is a regular No.6 bus service from the town centre down to the West Pier in the South Bay (day time only). Current timetable at www.eyms.co.uk Scarborough station is 0 miles away.
