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, January 24, 2026
Today is not the best day for the beach. The maximum air temperature will be 7.1 °C. Expect rain and mostly cloudy conditions. The wind will be strong, with even stronger gusts. The sea temperature is 7.4 °C, and the waves will be high. The UV index is low.
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Air

Low / High6.2°C/7.1°C
Feels Like (High)1.9°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature7.4 °C
Wave Height2.8 m
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Rain

Rain Chance60%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:02/16:25
Sunshine Hours3.2 hrs
UV Index1.15
Cloud Cover89%
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Wind

Speed36.4 km/h
Gusts61.6 km/h
DirectionSE

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