Scarborough
Scarborough is one of England's oldest and finest seaside resorts. With a history spanning over a thousand years and surrounded by stunning scenery, Scarborough is the undisputed queen of the Yorkshire coast and offers something for everyone. The town stands between two splendid bays and is overlooked by a magnificient rugged headland, which is home to a medieval castle. Stroll along the town's majestic Victorian promenade and wander around its shopping centres, antiques stalls, restaurants and cafes. Discover its formal gardens, regarded to be amongst the best in the country. Visit its wealth of attractions from the Stephen Joseph Theatre and Eden Camp to the Scarborough Millenium. The town has uniquely beautiful and intriguing surroundings. Wander the rugged Yorkshire coastline or search the vast North Yorkshire moors. Travel north and explore the whaling port of Whitby, with its imposing ruined monastery and well known as a setting for Bram Stoker's Dracula, or head south to the lively fishing port of Bridlington, with its beautiful Augustinian Priory and fabulous beaches.
Hotels
We use the Cumberland Hotel, a Leisureplex Hotel.
Town Centre offers a wide range of shopping. Scarborough boasts fine glass shops and old fashioned doll's houses. The Brunswick Shopping Centre has a great selection of high street names all under one roof. Bar Street, a charming cobbled area just off the main street, is traffic-free and offers a selection of smaller shops, each as individual as the last. Scarborough also boasts an enviable range of restaurants, offering everything from international cuisine to traditional fish and chips.
Beach & Gardens Scarborough offers two sheltered bays of golden sand which are ideal for bathing. Scarborough is also a premier floral resort with a number of stunning gardens, in particular those at South Cliff and the oriental-themed Peasholm Park.
Activities and Attractions
Tourist Information Tel:01723 383636
www.scarborough.co.uk
Scarborough Millenium Tel:01723 501000
A state-of-the-art time travel experience documenting over 1,000 years of history.
Eden Camp Tel:01653 697777
A unique modern history theme museum, which is built on the site of an original prisoner of war camp. The museum uses re-created scenes, sounds and even smells to transport visitors back to the days of the second world war.
www.edencamp.co.uk
Sea Life Centre and Marine Sanctuary A unique insight into the habitat of a myriad of marine creatures.
www.sealifeeurope.com
Futurist Theatre & Cinema Tel:01723 374500/365789
Presents regular summer shows, musicals and plays and shows the latest releases in the cinema.
www.futuristtheatre.co.uk
Scarborough Bowls Centre Tel:01723 353992
Overlooking the picturesque North Bay, with facilities for all levels.
www.scarboroughbowlscentre.co.uk
Stephen Joseph Theatre Tel:01723 370541
The first theatre 'in the round' in the country also boasts a cinema and restaurant.
www.sjt.uk.com
The Grainary Keassbeck Hill Farm Tel:01723 870026
This outdoor facility welcomes people of different physical abilities to enjoy the countryside on a wide range of walks and trails.
www.grainary.co.uk
Market Hall & Vaults
A traditional market hall selling all manner of goods. Below the main market is the Vaults Shopping Centre, a labrynth of shops selling antiques, gifts, arts & crafts and lots more!
www.scarboroughmarket.co.uk
North Bay Miniature Railway Tel:01723 373333
The railway runs for approximately 1.2kms (3/4 mile) between Peasholm Park and Scalby Mills in the North Bay area of the town.
www.nbr.org.uk
Events
Scarborough Jazz Festival Held in September, the festival offers a weekend of performances from regional and national artists.
www.scarboroughjazzfestival.co.uk
Scarborough Seafest This annual festival celebrates the region's maritime and fishing connections and features a range of activities, as well as a magnificent fireworks display.
www.seafest.org.uk
Scarborough Dance Festival Hosted by the Spa Entertainment Complex, the festival features six days of dance contests and workshops.
www.scarboroughspa.co.uk
Scarborough Fayre Attractions include stilt walkers, jugglers, children's entertainers, face painting, street theatre and music. The Fayre takes place over a week in July.
Continental Market A wide variety of continental treats, including gifts, delicious breads, meats and cheeses. Held in May in the town centre.
Filey Festival is a community event which takes place in June and includes music, dance, drama and poetry in various venues.
www.fileyfestival.org
Scalby Fair takes place in June and features such events as Treasure Hunt, barbecue, fun runs and musical entertainment.
www.scalbyfair.co.uk
Bram Stoker International Film Festival takes place in Whitby in October. The festival is a celebration of the sci-fi/horror movie genre.
www.bramstokerfilmfestival.com
Whitby Regatta takes place in August and offers a three day programme of events ending with a spectacular fireworks display.
www.whitbyregatta.co.uk
For more local events and confirmations of times see:
www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com
Excursions from Scarborough
The details below are intended as a general guide only. For specific tour details, first check Availability and then follow the link from the Tour Description.
The Yorkshire coastline covers some of England's finest countryside, from dramatic sea views, wild forests and windswept moors to busy market towns and quiet, peaceful villages.
Whitby is a town of quaint streets and fine beaches set beneath towering cliffs, home to ancient abbey ruins and inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula.
www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com
Filey is an Edwardian seaside town which is home to monastic ruins and a five-mile stretch of award winning beach.
www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com
Bridlington has a modern promenade with wide, flat walkways leading down to its sandy beach.
www.bridlington.net
Beverley is a medieval market town with an imposing Gothic Minster church. The town also boasts more than 40 pubs, including one of the last public houses in the world to use authentic gas lighting.
www.inbeverley.co.uk
Alnwick Castle is home to the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland. The castle has been used for a number of big screen productions, including scenes from 'Harry Potter' and 'Elizabeth'.
www.alnwickcastle.com
Castle Howard is one of the finest historic houses in Britain, with extensive collections of fine furniture and art and breathtakingly beautiful gardens.
www.castlehoward.co.uk
York has been the spiritual capital of the north for 2,000 years and is home to countless visitor attractions. The Yorvik Centre, National Railway Museum, Roman Walls, splendid shops and of course, the famous Minster are just a few of the highlights of this beautiful historic city.
www.york-tourism.co.uk
Pickering is one of the oldest towns in the region, with evidence of human occupation dating back to the Stone Age. Attractions include the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway (the longest steam railway in England) and the Beck Isle Museum, which has a unique collection of black and white photographs and displays of rural life.
www.pickering.uk.net
Malton has been the historic centre of Ryedale since Roman times. The town consists of two parts - Old Malton with its ancient stone houses and St Mary's Priory and the new town which grew around the Norman castle, with its abundance of shops and weekly market, which has been held here for centuries.
www.malton.co.uk