Scarborough South Bay Beach
📍 ScarboroughNorth Yorkshire
Big sandy family beach in front of Scarborough's harbour and seafront
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What’s free
Free to use the beach
About
A large sandy bay with the harbour and castle headland at one end and the Spa at the other. It has lots of family facilities nearby, and RNLI lifeguards patrol in the main season. A summer dog ban covers the main part of the beach.
Opening times
- Lifeguards in season
Times can change, so check with the venue before a special trip.
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