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Scarborough is a well-known seaside town with an excellent choice of amenities and entertainments. The town's South Sands beach is a large sandy bay that offers good facilities, making it a popular destination for families. The beach is equipped with child-friendly amenities, further enhancing its appeal to families.
A handy cliff lift provides easy access to the beach, which is a convenient feature for visitors. The beach's facilities and amenities make it an attractive option for those looking for a comfortable and enjoyable day out.
Scarborough South Bay is one of the most popular beaches on the Yorkshire coast and a firm family favourite thanks to its numerous attractions. The beach's popularity can be attributed to its combination of good facilities, child-friendly amenities, and easy accessibility.
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| Chance of rain | 44% |
| Max temperature | 17°C |
| feels like | 17°C |
| Wind 20mph | |
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| Min temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 18mph |
The tide at Scarborough South Sands is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 8:52 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:05 AM tomorrow.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
There is a charge to park near the beach. During busy periods a park and ride service is available.
Dogs not allowed.
Cleaned regularly.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile north as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
just over a mile north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 6 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 9 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 12 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 15 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 15 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 16 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 16 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 16 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 16 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 17 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 17 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 17 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 18 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 19 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 19 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 23 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
around 23 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 29 miles by road.
Location: South Cliff, Scarborough
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TA045877
Coordinates: 54°16'27"N 0°23'44"W
Mapcode: GBR TMP0.3J
What 3 Words: pulled.sport.silk
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: North Yorkshire
Country: England
Local Authority: Scarborough
Nearest postcode: YO11 2BB
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