Days Out Scarborough & Whitby

Free activities

Have you visited Royal Albert Park for our Story Trail? If you haven’t yet had a chance to enjoy an adventure with Uncle Josh, Mia, Kai and their dog Scruffy then it just got a whole lot easier. Use the link below or scan the code to access the newly digitised version of the North Yorkshire Coast story trail along with handy tips and advice to make the most of this FREE resource.


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The Scarborough Trails

The Scarborough Trails are a collection of walks around Scarborough with things to see and activities to do along the way. Give our trails a go, they are a great way to get outside and experience Scarborough alone or with your friends, family and neighbours.

The trails belong to everyone in Scarborough, and they’re yours to use as you like, so join in! There is something for everyone – whatever your age, whatever your ability, whatever your interests.

Download a trail map, grab some friends, family or neighbours and go and explore Scarborough!

In association with North Yorkshire County Council and Scarborough Borough Council.

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Danby Lodge National Park Centre

Danby Lodge is set in an idyllic spot on the banks of the River Esk, near Danby. From here, you can see moorland, woodland, farmland, miles of hedges and drystone walls, historic buildings – all basking in glorious peace and quiet. It’s an official Dark Sky Discovery Site too, one of three in the North York Moors. Entry to the centre is free.

Lodge Ln, Danby, Whitby YO21 2NB

Ento-Sleuthing in South Cliff Gardens, Scarborough

Go on an insect adventure with this #GardentoGarden workshop for young people and families.

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Local Libraries

A trip to the library to choose a children’s book is a great activity to do for free. Below is a list of all the libraries in our area. Many libraries also run children’s activities, see our weekly listings for the latest info.

  • Derwent Valley Bridge Community Library – 3 Pickering Road, West Ayton, Scarborough, YO13 9JE. 01723 863052
  • Eastfield community Library: More Than Books – High Street, Eastfield, Scarborough, YO11 3LL. 01609 536133
  • Newby and Scalby Library – 450 Scalby Road, Newby, Scarborough, YO12 6EE. 01609 534059
  • Scarborough Library – Vernon Road, Scarborough, YO11 2NN. 01609 536602
  • Filey Library – Station Avenue, Filey, YO14 9AE. 01609 536608
  • Whitby Library – Windsor Terrace, Whitby, YO21 1EY

North Yorkshire Water Park

Offers a range of watersport activities including aqua park (including one for Toddlers (Splash Kingdom), stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, open water swimming, sailing, canoeing. Plus walks, cycle track, cafe and a relaxing environment. Free parking, free entry, you only pay to play.

Well behaved dogs on a lead welcome.

Wykeham Lakes, Long Causeway Road, Scarborough YO13 9QU

01723 865052

Parks and Playgrounds

There are lots of freely accessible children’s parks and play areas in Scarborough, Whitby & the surrounding areas. Find out where they are on Mumbler here.

Peasholm Park, Scarborough

Peasholm Park Scarborough, North Yorkshire is open for everyone to enjoy all year round, 24 hours a day and seven days a week. Entrance to the Park, which is never closed, is free. Within the park is a boating lake with an island to explore in the middle.  There are also lots of pathways leading around the park and surrounding woodlands.  Also a café & toilets.

There are dinosaurs & fairies on the loose in Peasholm Park! Grab your mobile phone and take your children along to play our Augmented Reality Dinosaur Safari and Winter Fairy Fun. The Love Exploring app is free to download

Dogs welcome.

Victoria Park Ave, Scarborough YO12 7QZ
01723 500954

Walks and The Great Outdoors

This region has plenty of outdoor spaces that you can visit, most of which are free.  Check out this extensive list here Walks and The Great Outdoors to find walks, trails and outdoor areas that are great for families to explore.

Most of these places will be suitable for well behaved dogs.

Yorkshire Beaches

Yorkshire is host to some of the best beaches in the country, take your pick from our list of Yorkshire beaches, whether your thing is fossil & pebble hunting, sandcastle building, swimming, paddling, rockpooling – you will find something for everyone from this list.

Some beaches have dog restrictions during the Summer months, but many are dog friendly.

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