Welcome to Scarborough

Scarborough is a seaside town located in North Yorkshire, England. It is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful beaches, historic landmarks, and vibrant culture. The town is situated on the North Sea coast and is known for its stunning views of the sea and the surrounding countryside. Scarborough has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and visitors can explore the town's many historic sites, including Scarborough Castle, which dates back to the 12th century.

One of the main attractions in Scarborough is its beaches. The town has two main beaches, North Bay and South Bay, both of which are popular with tourists and locals alike. North Bay is a quieter beach, with a more relaxed atmosphere, while South Bay is livelier, with a range of activities and attractions, including amusement arcades, cafes, and restaurants. Scarborough's beaches are also popular with surfers, and there are several surf schools in the town offering lessons for all levels.

In addition to its beaches, Scarborough is also home to a range of cultural attractions. The town has a thriving arts scene, with several galleries and museums showcasing the work of local artists and the town's rich history. Scarborough is also home to several festivals and events throughout the year, including the Scarborough Jazz Festival, the Scarborough Fair, and the Scarborough Literature Festival. With its stunning scenery, rich history, and vibrant culture, Scarborough is a must-visit destination for anyone visiting North Yorkshire.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School	Details
Scarborough Pupil Referral Unit Pupil Referral Unit Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Miss Wendy Chopping	Valley Bridge Parade Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 2PG 01723330629 School Website
Friarage Community Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Cheryl Cappleman	Friargate Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1HS 1723374244 School Website
Childhaven Community Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Ms Kathryn Firth	13 Belgrave Crescent Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1UB 01723373231 School Website
Gladstone Road Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Garry Johnson	Wooler Street Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 7DD 01723372566 School Website
Scarborough University Technical College University Technical College Ages:13-19 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Dowds	Ashburn Road Scarborough YO11 2JW 1723821621 School Website
Scarborough Northstead Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr S Hopper	Maple Drive Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 6LP 01723362249 School Website
Scarborough College Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr Guy Emmett	Filey Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 3BA 1723360620 School Website
St Peter's Catholic Primary School - A Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Krlic	North Leas Avenue Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 6LX 1723372720 School Website
St Augustine's Catholic School - A Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Miss Aishling Robinson	Sandybed Lane Stepney Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 5LH 1723363280 School Website
Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Dominique Osborne	Seamer Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 4HF 01723373110 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Scarborough Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1TN 0.15 Miles

Seamer Station Road, Seamer, North Yorkshire, YO12 4LT 2.80 Miles

Filey Station Avenue, Filey, North Yorkshire, YO14 9PE 6.55 Miles

Hunmanby Bridlington Road, Hunmanby, North Yorkshire, YO14 0LR 8.19 Miles

Bempton Newsham Hill Lane, Bempton, East Riding Of Yorkshire, YO15 1HN 13.86 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Beeline Radio Cars 01723 366666 2 Somerset Terrace, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2PA 0.10 Miles
Betty's Dial A Car 01723 500190 15 Castle Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1BG 0.22 Miles
355 Taxis 01723 355555 9 St. Helens Sq, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1EU 0.26 Miles
Atlas Private Hire 01723 369990 102 St. Thomas Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1DU 0.27 Miles
Nippy Taxis 01723 506070 104B St. Thomas Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1DU 0.27 Miles
Callas Cars 07754 738611 1-2 Clarence Place, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1ED 0.27 Miles
Station Taxis 01723 361009 Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1TS 0.30 Miles
24 Seven Travel 01723 501632 17 Dean Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 7SN 0.31 Miles
A1 Airport Taxes 01723 365841 Albion Back Rd, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2BT 0.36 Miles
Nippy Taxis 01723 377377 Crown Garage, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2BT 0.36 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Castle Health Centre 0330 1239278	3-4 York Place Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 2NP
Brook Square Surgery 01723 360098	Trafalgar House 41-44 Trafalgar St West Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 7AS
Central Healthcare 01723 360835	Lawrence House Med Ctr 1A Belgrave Crescent Scarborough YO11 1UB
Lawrence House - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	1 Belgrave Crescent Scarborough YO11 1UB
Falsgrave Surgery	Lawrence House Medical Centre 1 Belgrave Crescent Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1UB

Local Stores

Newlands Park
42-46 Newlands Park
Scarborough
North Yorkshire
YO12 6DJ
01723 373731
Store Website
1.23 miles

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SPAR Falsgrave Road
97 - 107
Falsgrave Road
Scarborough
YO12 5EG
01723 374524
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Alma Veterinary Surgery Ltd
11 Alma Square Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1JR 01723 360484 admin@almavets.co.uk Website 0.15 miles
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We close 1-2pm. When closed, if urgent, call 01723360484 for duty vet.

Cundall &Amp; Duffy Veterinary Surgeons
156A Falsgrave Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 5BE 01723 375947 info@cundallduffyvets.co.uk Website 0.70 miles
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Swanzdale Veterinary Care Centre
99 Scalby Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 5QL 01723 363006 info@swanzdale.co.uk Website 0.92 miles
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Companion Care (Scarborough) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Seamer Road Retail Park Seamer Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 4DH 01723 503 144 scarborough@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.47 miles

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Dunslow Road Veterinary Surgery
Edison House Dunslow Road Eastfield Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 3UT 01723 586392 hambridgevets@gmail.com Website 2.97 miles
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Filey Veterinary Practice Ltd
1 Station Avenue Filey North Yorkshire YO14 9AH 01723 513119 6.55 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Burton Riggs Nature Reserve
A Large Area With Two Separate Lakes With The Layout Of A Number 8, Plenty Of Walking Space. Scarborough Lancashire 0.21 miles

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Forge Valley Woods
A Walk Through Woodlands In The North York Moors, Along A Wooden Boardwalk. A Great Walk To View Some Wildlife And Plants, Which Is Easily Accessible And Ideal For Walking Your Dog. YO12 5TB 3.72 miles From The A170 At East Ayton Follow Signs For Forge Valley.

Boggle Hole Robin Hoodand#039;S Bay
This Walk Takes In The Delights Of The Robin Hood's Bay Beach And Town, As Well As The Undulating Farmland Away From The Coast. Part Of The Route Is Along The Picturesque Cinder Trail Which Follows The Gentle Route Of The Old Railway From Scarborough To Whitby, So Called As Some Of The Ballast Under The Rails Was Cinders Rather Than Stone. It Also Gives The Option To Shorten The Route By Continuing Along The Track Instead Of Looping Around The Hills. Mill Bank Whitby YO22 4UQ 11.04 miles Start At The Car Park For Boggle Hole, Heading Down To The Coast Path Via The Youth Hostel. Alternative Start Points Are In The Robin Hood'S Bay Town Car Parks.

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Dalby Forest
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Dalby Forest. The Woodcock Way Circular Walk Is Located Near Pickering, North Yorkshire, And Features Beautiful Wild Flowers. YO18 7LT 11.53 miles Follow The A169 Pickering To Whitby Road. Look Out For The Brown Tourist Signs.

Robin Hoods Bay
A Four-Mile Circular Walking Route Around Robin Hood's Bay. Robin Hood's Bay Is A Small Fishing Village And A Bay Located In The North York Moors National Park, 6 Miles South Of Whitby And 15 Miles North Of Scarborough On The Coast Of North Yorkshire. YO22 4RE 12.05 miles Once On The A171 Follow Signs For Whitby Then Robin Hood's Bay Is Signposted.

Bempton Cliffs North Yorkshire
This Is A Gentle 3 Mile Walk From The Rspb Car Park At Bempton Cliffs. It's Ideal If You Want To Go For A Stroll While Your Bird Watching Partner Lingers At The Reserve Getting The Perfect Camera Angle. It Includes A Gravel Lane, Grassland And Cliff Top Path And Lots Of Sea Birds Safely Out Of Reach Of Dogs. Visitor Centre Cliff Ln Bridlington Lancashire YO15 1JF 13.21 miles Park In The Rspb Bempton Cliffs Car Park

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Weather Forecast

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