Scarborough is a town on the North Sea coast of North Yorkshire, England.  The older part of the town lies around the harbour and is protected by a rocky headland. Scarborough is served by Scarborough railway station, with services from York, Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool on the North TransPennine route and from Kingston upon Hull via Bridlington and Filey on the Yorkshire Coast Line.
 
With a population of around 50,000, Scarborough is the largest seaside resort on the Yorkshire coast. It is home to residential communities, business, fishing and service industries, plus a growing digital and creative economy.
  
Scarborough won the 2008/2009 award for the most creative and inspiring entrepreneurship initiative in Europe.

Why visit?

  • The North York Moors National Park is a great place to explore the stunning countryside of North Yorkshire. There are plenty of walking and cycling trails to explore, as well as plenty of wildlife to spot.
  • Scarborough is home to two beautiful beaches, North Bay and South Bay. Both offer stunning views of the North Sea and are great places to relax and enjoy the sunshine.
  • Scarborough Castle is a must-see attraction in the area, offering stunning views of the North Sea and the town below. The castle dates back to the 12th century and is a great place to explore the history of the area.