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The most striking feature of the town is the high magnificent headland pointing out to the North Sea. The promontory supports the imposing eleventh century ruins of Scarborough Castle and separates the resort into two bays, North Bay and South Bay. The South Bay was the site of the original early medieval settlement and the harbour, which form the area known locally as Old Town. This remains the main tourist area, with a sandy beach, cafés, amusement arcades, theatres and entertainment facilities. Scarborough’s fishing industry is still active, although only a shadow of it’s former self. The working harbour is home to a fish market including a shop and stalls where there is an abundance of fresh, locally-caught seafood to be found.

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One of the oldest race meets in the country, Chester races is held on the Roodee in Chester. A great day out and the opportunity to mix with some of the elite of Chester and spot the odd famous face or two!

One of the most popular places to visit in the North West, the Cathedral attracts over one million visitors each year. Entry is free of charge. This site has been a place of worship for over one thousand years, standing as a living and vibrant symbol in the area.

Grosvenor Centre

Located within the City Roman Walls. Just 2 minutes walk from the river Dee and all the tourist attractions that Chester has to offer. Your opportunity to make your shopping trip a real leisure experience.

Chester Zoo offers a fun and stimulating day out for everyone, no matter what age or ability. As well as our 500 different species of animals and award-winning gardens, we offer first class facilities that ensure your day out is as enjoyable as possible.

About Scarborough

Scarborough is the largest resort on the Yorkshire coast with a population of over 50,000. A person from Scarborough is traditionally known as a Scarborian. The town varies greatly from area to area within the town. There are residential communities, shopping areas, business, fishing and service industries and the town has a growing digital and creative economy. The borough of Scarborough also consists of two other coastal towns, Whitby and Filey.

Find Scarborough

Scarborough, a charming seaside town in North Yorkshire, England, is easily accessible by car, train, bus, or air. By car, it’s reachable via the A64 from cities like York, Leeds, or London, with drive times ranging from 1 to 5 hours depending on your starting point. Train services connect Scarborough to major hubs like London, York, and Manchester, with direct routes from York taking about 50 minutes. National Express coaches provide affordable bus options from cities across the UK, while Leeds Bradford Airport is the nearest major airport, located about 1.5 to 2 hours away. Once you arrive, Scarborough welcomes visitors with its stunning coastline, historic castle, and vibrant seaside atmosphere.