Top Things to do in Scarborough
What to do and see in Scarborough, England: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Scarborough, United Kingdom including Butter Cross, St. Andrew's United Reformed Church, Scarborough Castle, Playdale Farm Park, Betton Farm, Dean and Manor Rd Cemetery Secret Garden, Harbour View, St Mary's Church, St Martin on the Hill, Freddie Gilroy and the Belsen Stragglers.
Restaurants in Scarborough
1. Butter Cross
2. St. Andrew's United Reformed Church
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
St Andrew's is known as the 'non-conformist cathedral'. Its 175 ft high spire towers above the South Cliff of Scarborough. Built in 1864 for the Revd. Robert Balgarnie, it was funded by Sir Titus Salt, of Saltaire and other local investors. Built in Early English Gothic style, St Andrew's contains some fine examples of Wailes' stained glass. It is also home to heritage chapel with a large archive, a detailed model of medieval Scarborough. The exterior of the church is open during daylight, and the interior is open at various times during the holiday season.
3. Scarborough Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,131 reviews
BLUE BADGE PARKING ONLY IS AVAILABLE. OTHER PARKING PLEASE USE LOCAL PAY & DISPLAY. Head through the imposing gatehouse and step into 3,000 years of history. Explore the castle headland with one of our experienced guides for FREE or embark on your own journey through history with one of our audio tours and gain a fascinating insight into its past, from Iron Age settlements, to the Roman signal station and medieval chapel. The castle's heyday was in the 12th century when it was developed by Henry II and King John. This mighty castle has seen action in some of England's most defining battles. It was twice besieged by Parliamentarians in the Civil War, and has defended king and country from the Jacobites, Napoleon and the German Kaiser, when it came under bombardment during the First World War.
Reviewed By ArianneWolf - Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
Scarborough Castle is steeped in history and the dominant landmark over this lovely seaside town. It is owned by English Heritage and so is free to members. I would advise that it is best visited on a lovely, bright blue sky day (any time of year though) to get the best ambience. The sun lighting up the stonework is awesome and we saw enjoyed it today on a lovely winter outing! You only need to spot the castle as you approach Scarborough to realise that there is a bit of a pull to get up there, but the paths are good. A lovely very unspoiled historical site with no gimmicks - bliss! There are picnic tables and light refreshments available. Dog friendly too. Whether local or a visitor do take a look. We love it.
4. Playdale Farm Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 656 reviews
Farm park visitor centre,family attraction with farm animals,play areas,gift shop and cafe
Reviewed By June1241 - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
We went on the first of August we were on holiday in filey and found a brochure we went as a family of 9 .six adults and 3 children .it is absolutely amazing everyone loved it It cost 60 pounds for everyone you can stay all day if you want .there is something for everyone loads of animals large and small indoor and out door play areas .the most amazing hay barn play area everyone enjoyed zip wires ride on tractors for smaller children beautiful cafe food was fantastic outside eating area if you want to bring a picnic I would highly recommend a visit fantastic day enjoyed by all
5. Betton Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By 653stepheno - Scarborough, United Kingdom
My mum and I visit Betton Farm tea room on a regular basis and we have always found the food to be lovely the staff are always welcoming especially the girl whom I'm so sorry I don't know your name but usually takes our booking and serves us in fact when I rang to book a table obviously after lockdown was eased she remembered us which I thought was so lovely the views when sat in the main restaurant are gorgeous and on a sunny day even better my hubby and I tried Sunday lunch which I must say was delicious all round a great place.
6. Dean and Manor Rd Cemetery Secret Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By bethc455 - Scarborough, United Kingdom
Beautiful place for a walk, take the kids and find the fairy door in the secret garden. You can walk all the way to Peasholm Park. Lovely views through the valley. Highly recommend
7. Harbour View
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4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By freddiedoncaster
Well that’s what I had whilst staying in Scarborough for a night! The harbour is fascinating, both day and night, there’s always something going on! Certainly worth the effort to visit.
8. St Mary's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 232 reviews
Reviewed By piyalis52
The St Mary's Church, Scarborough is where Anne Bronte sleeps. Scarborough was her favourite seaside town, and that's where Charlotte brought her in May to lift her spirits and improve her health. But, alas, Anne flew away just 4 days later. Charlotte had been so anguished that the headstone reads the year of Anne's birth incorrectly. The Bronte Society installed a new stone in 2011 and corrected the error. Well, Anne certainly has a wonderful view over the South Bay, and the resting place is perfect for spending eternity. The church is beautiful, and its flowering gardens are exquisite. The garden of memories is very poignant. The yellow roses are lovely but sad. It was like a pilgrimage for me.
9. St Martin on the Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By MrMrsWilko - Birmingham, United Kingdom
An amazing church with a collection of early PRB creations, a truly rare collection of Burne-Jones, Rossetti, Stanhope, Webb, Maddox Brown, Morris art in original situ in an interesting Bodley Church. Historically interesting too, with it being proto-Catholic/Tractarian in a geography that was not at all! Church is not open every day nor all of the time, so do check its opening times. Very worth a visit if you are a Pre-Raphaelite or Victorian art fan.
10. Freddie Gilroy and the Belsen Stragglers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 352 reviews
Reviewed By Ridolfi - York, United Kingdom
Positioned on the North Bay, this statue looks out to sea, telling the story of Freddie Gilroy. Any passerby who is willing to pause for a few minutes and read his story will be richly rewarded with a tale of an ordinary man who lived in extraordinary times. It represents the people - like Freddie - who were pulled out of their day-to-day lives because of war, who experienced heart-wrenching events and whose lives would never be the same again. A miner from County Durham, Freddie was drafted into the allied army during WW2, and was amongst the troops who entered the concentration camp of Bergen-Belsen shortly after the end of the war. The images would haunt him for the rest of his life, as they liberated 60,000 emaciated prisoners and discovered thousands of corpses (the remaining prisoners were so malnourished that 13,000 people would die shortly after their liberation). The statue - through its rusty steelwork, expression, posture - makes you want to join Freddie in looking out to the sea and contemplate. Whether that's thinking about his story and those that lived through such terrifying times, or whether you take a little time out from your busy life to pause and give yourself a minute to look out and breath in the sea air.
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