North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom

South Bay Beach

South Bay Beach is a stunning and clean sandy beach located in Yorkshire, UK. It is considered one of the best beaches in England, offering a much more pleasant experience than the pebbled beaches like Brighton or the Norfolk coastline. The beach is easily accessible, being just a short 5-minute journey from North Bay.

Explore places to stay near South Bay Beach and relish the vibrant atmosphere and family-friendly environment it offers.

The beach is particularly popular among children, who can be seen enjoying the lovely weather and having fun. In addition to its natural beauty, South Bay Beach is also surrounded by a variety of eateries, providing something for everyone to see and enjoy.

What to do at South Bay Beach?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near South Bay Beach include Restaurant 55, ASK Italian, Marisco Lounge, Relish Kitchen & Coffee, Sea View Restaurant Scarborough, Taste Restaurant and Lezzet Mediterranean Bistro.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the cleanliness and beauty of the beach, with many praising its sandy shores as superior to pebble-filled alternatives. The beach's proximity to local attractions and the enjoyment it provides for children are also frequently mentioned. However, concerns about water quality due to sewage dumping have been raised, limiting some water activities.

Where to Stay near South Bay Beach?

Visitors to South Bay Beach typically stay in the nearby town of Scarborough, which offers a range of accommodation options from hotels to guesthouses. The town's proximity to the beach makes it a convenient choice for those who wish to enjoy both the seaside and the local attractions.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is South Bay Beach?

Latitude: 54.2820423 / Longitude: -0.3956076

South Bay Beach is located in North Yorkshire. The following map of South Bay Beach shows the exact location.

South Bay Beach: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025
Today is not the best day for the beach. Expect rain and strong winds. The maximum air temperature will be 10.7 °C. Be careful, as winds could reach dangerous speeds. The sea temperature is 12.0 °C, and the waves are very high. With moderate cloud cover, it's unlikely to be a good day for sunbathing. The UV index is only 2, so sun protection isn't a concern today.
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Air

Low / High5.9°C/10.7°C
Feels Like (High)6.4°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature12.0 °C
Wave Height4.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance100%
Rainfall11.4 mm
Rain Duration7 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:50/17:41
Sunshine Hours8.0 hrs
UV Index2.15
Cloud Cover51%
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Wind

Speed39 km/h
Gusts80.3 km/h
DirectionNW

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