Scarborough South Cliff

Scarborough is the largest holiday resort on the Yorkshire Coast and originally grew up on and around the site of the castle on the rocky headland above the harbour, with settlements dating as far back as the Stone Age.

The South Cliff area around which this Trail explores was not developed until Spa water was found flowing into the sea in 1626. This attracted many visitors to the Spa and Scarborough became Britain's first seaside resort.

TRAIL AT A GLANCE

Theme: Treasure Hunt Trail
Length: 2 miles walking
Duration: 2 hours
Terrain: Mostly paved footpaths, pavement and sea wall*. One steep gravel path (downhill), a narrow section and a small set of steps.

*The section of Trail along the sea wall is occasionally inaccessible due to exceptionally high tides and heavy seas. Please check tide times before you set out.

Wheelchair friendly: No
Pushchair friendly: No
Dog friendly: Yes (except for one small park - someone will need to wait outside whilst others find this clue).

ADDITIONAL TRAIL INFORMATION

Route:
This Trail starts outside the Grand Hotel in Scarborough and offers magnificent coastal views along its length as it takes you along Esplanade, through South Cliff Gardens, down to the sea wall and then along the promenade to finish at Scarborough Spa.

Facilities:
There are plenty of scenic picnic spots along the route. Toilets are available at the halfway point near the putting green and towards the end of the Trail.

Extend your trip:
At low tide the beach area in front of the Spa offers fantastic rock-pooling opportunities. The Rotunda museum is also worth a visit and is free for under 18s.

Parking:
Long Stay parking is available on the Spa forecourt and approach road to the Spa, and also in the South Bay underground car park. Long Stay parking is also available in Albion Road car park.

Local Stockists:
Scarborough Tourist Information Centres in Brunswick Shopping Centre & Harbourside.