Scarborough: An Introduction
As a holiday destination, Scarborough really does have it all; dramatic cliffs and castle headland, award-winning beaches, historic harbour, great family attractions, booming town centre, huge choice of accommodation and a warm Yorkshire welcome to match. Scarborough's proximity to Dalby: Yorkshire's Great Forest, The North York Moors National Park, the Wolds and the dramatic scenery of the Yorkshire Coast makes Scarborough a perfect base from which to explore this most diverse region of Britain.
From its beautiful coastline to fabulous attractions, the country's finest parks & gardens, beaches and countryside not to mention the historic castle and harbour, town centre with its shops, restaurants, bars and theatres. more
The town was founded around 966 AD as Skarðaborg by Thorgils Skarthi, a Viking raider, but in the 4th century there was a Roman signal station on what is now the Castle Headland, and there is evidence of much earlier Stone Age and Bronze Age settlements. more
Scarborough has 2 main beaches; South Bay Baach and the Blue Flag North Bay Beach which has some of the cleanest bathing water in Europe. Find out about facilities, parking and where you can walk your dogs. more
Where do you start? From what was once Europe's largest hotel, to Anne Bronté's final resting place, to the oldest cliff lift in the country to the lighthouse, rebuilt after being destroyed by german shells in World War 1. more
Possibly the finest Park in the country, Peasholm Park is home to a lake, island, glen with pools, waterfalls, a gorge, rare plants and trees, boating, concerts and the world famous 'Naval Warfare'. more
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