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You really are spoilt for choice in Scarborough, with a range of indoor and outdoor attractions, museums, galleries and activities to get involved in, there really is something for every interest and age group.
Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in arts and culture, get active in the great outdoors or fancy treating yourself to some relaxation or retail therapy, it's available in abundance in the original seaside resort of Scarborough.
For a slice of traditional Scarborough head for one of it’s two bays with glorious sandy beaches. The South bay is alive with the bright lights of the amusements, souvenir shops and buzzing cafe and restaurant culture along with an endless choice of ice-cream, sticks of rock or maybe a tray of chips to tempt you as you pass! Hop on the open-top bus or take a brisk 2 mile walk around Marine drive and the castle headland to the north bay where the colourful chalet lined beach front provides a perfect base to explore. Take your pick from breakfast with seals, riding a miniature train, climbing high ropes, crazy golf or grab a local surf instructor and get busy on those waves!
Looking for a more laid back experience of Scarborough? Take a stroll around oriental themed Peasholm Park, The Italian gardens on the south cliff or admire the stunning views from the Cleveland way coastal paths.
For a spot of retail therapy Scarborough offers a good mix of larger branded and independent shops with plenty of cafes along the way for that all important break of quick pick me up or an indulgent long lunch. Sit back and be entertained with Scarborough’s rich theatre scene, offering an ever-surprising mix of shows at one of a choice of theatres all within easy reach.
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Rotunda Museum
Opened in 1829, the Rotunda Museum is one of the world’s first… Opened in 1829, the Rotunda Museum is one of the world’s first purpose-built museums and was built to a design suggested by William Smith. Explore…
Stained Glass Centre Workshops
The Stained Glass Centre is open daily throughout the year 10am til 5pm.… The Stained Glass Centre is open daily throughout the year 10am til 5pm. You can browse our showroom and exhibition area, take a fused glass class…
Humble Bee Farm
Humble Bee Farm is a Yorkshire Wolds working arable, sheep and cattle… Humble Bee Farm is a Yorkshire Wolds working arable, sheep and cattle farm. Its picturesque setting is ideal to escape the hustle and bustle of…
Stained Glass Centre - Showroom, Workshop and Cafe
The Stained Glass Centre is open daily throughout the year 10am til… The Stained Glass Centre is open daily throughout the year 10am til 5pm.You can browse our showroom and exhibition area, take a fused glass class and…
Mrs Pots' Pots
A friendly place for people of any age and artistic ability to come and… A friendly place for people of any age and artistic ability to come and get creative. We offer painting pots from a large selection and baby and pet…
Past Times Studio
Past Times Studio is a renowned, professional photographic studio based in… Past Times Studio is a renowned, professional photographic studio based in the picturesque town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire.
Pindar Leisure Centre - Everyone Active
Offering an extensive range of activities and facilities to the local… Offering an extensive range of activities and facilities to the local community. There is an outdoor astro turf pitch, gym and sports hall for you to…
Scarborough Footgolf
There are 3 Footgolf courses for you to play. The main 9 acre Footgolf… There are 3 Footgolf courses for you to play. The main 9 acre Footgolf course, Mini Footgolf and Adventure Footgolf. There are also two Footpool…
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