South Sands
Beach in Yorkshire Scarborough
England
South Sands
South Sands is a picturesque beach located in Yorkshire, England. It is situated on the eastern coast, specifically within the Scarborough district. The beach is known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.
Stretching over a mile in length, South Sands boasts soft golden sands and clear blue waters, creating an idyllic setting for sunbathing, picnicking, and leisurely walks along the shore. The beach is surrounded by rugged cliffs and green hills, adding to its charm and providing breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline.
South Sands is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Seabirds can often be spotted soaring above the water, while rock pools teem with fascinating marine life such as crabs, starfish, and small fish. The beach is a designated nature reserve, ensuring the protection and preservation of its unique ecosystem.
Facilities at South Sands are well-maintained and cater to the needs of visitors. There are ample parking spaces available nearby, and public toilets are conveniently located for convenience. Lifeguards patrol the beach during peak season, ensuring the safety of swimmers and water sports enthusiasts.
Additionally, South Sands offers easy access to various amenities and attractions. The nearby town of Scarborough provides a wide range of accommodations, restaurants, and shops, allowing visitors to enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Overall, South Sands is a peaceful and scenic beach that offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its natural beauty and abundant wildlife, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a relaxing seaside getaway.
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South Sands Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 54.28167/-0.39426337 or Grid Reference TA0488. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Scarborough North Bay
Looking towards the colourful beach huts (or chalets) and the Chalet Café.
Path to Northstead Manor Gardens
Alongside the path leading up from the beach are the remains of Scarborough's chair lift that transported passengers to the zoo (which later became Marvel's Amusement Park). The system opened in 1972 and closed down 30 years later in 2002 when the amusement park ceased operations.
North Bay Promenade
The tented roofs in the distance are those of the Sea Life Centre with the cliffs of Long Nab beyond.
Descending to North Bay, Scarborough
Looking down to the North Bay promenade. One of the former chair lift support columns stands on the grass. Three columns nearer the beach have been removed since 2017. See TA0390 : Disused chair lift, Scarborough North Bay, looking up the path past the now removed machinery.
The remains of a chair lift
Up near the Sea Left Centre. I remember going on this many years, somehow I thought it was higher!
Promenade Café, Scarborough
Hopefully only shut up for the Winter, although a cup of tea would have been very welcome at this point, was very cold!
South Sands is located at Grid Ref: TA0488 (Lat: 54.28167, Lng: -0.39426337)
Division: North Riding
Administrative County: North Yorkshire
District: Scarborough
Police Authority: North Yorkshire
What 3 Words
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 54.28167,-0.39426337Scarborough
Alt Name Zh: 斯卡布罗
Is In: UK,England,Yorkshire,North Yorkshire,resort towns
Name Ru: Скарборо
Name Zh: 斯卡伯勒
Place: town
Population: 61749
Wikidata: Q743521
Wikipedia: en:Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Lat/Long: 54.2820009/-0.4011868
Scarborough, adjacent to Aquarium Top Stop Y
Bus: yes
Naptan Bearing: NESW
Operator: NYCC
Public Transport: stop_position
Ref: 32006551
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2789452/-0.3990659
Parking
South Bay Underground
Layer: -1
Parking: underground
Lat/Long: 54.27882/-0.3986992
Bus Stop
Bench: no
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Ele: -0.595093
Naptan AtcoCode: 3200YNA96754
Naptan NaptanCode: 32096754
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 54.2839402/-0.3877052
Post Box
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: YO11 34D
Royal Cypher: VR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 54.2824722/-0.3959091
Seamark Light Category: vertical
Seamark Light Character: F
Seamark Light Colour: red
Seamark Light Height: 5
Seamark Light Multiple: 2
Seamark Light Range: 4
Seamark Light Reference: A 2590
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 54.2824471/-0.390279
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 54.2813086/-0.3990368
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 6
Check Date: 2023-10-16
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 54.2810469/-0.3998294
Seamark Light Character: Q
Seamark Light Colour: green
Seamark Light Height: 8
Seamark Light Range: 3
Seamark Light Reference: A 2588
Seamark Type: light_minor
Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-04-02
Lat/Long: 54.2813693/-0.3894131
Funicular: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 54.280828/-0.3971771
Funicular: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 54.2809713/-0.3982385
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Check Date: 2024-04-12
Covered: booth
Lat/Long: 54.2839161/-0.3914069
West Pier
Place: locality
Source: OS Historic
Lat/Long: 54.282977/-0.391772
East Pier
Place: locality
Source: OS Historic
Lat/Long: 54.2825349/-0.3870523
Library
Scarborough Library
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Postcode: YO11 2NN
Addr Street: Vernon Road
Toilets Wheelchair: yes
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2811629/-0.4013224
Post Box
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: YO11 6
Royal Cypher: EVIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102324
Lat/Long: 54.285401/-0.3932204
Place Of Worship
Kagyu Samye Dzong
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Housename: Stanley House
Addr Postcode: YO11 1RN
Addr Street: St Mary's Walk
Denomination: tibetan
Religion: buddhist
Website: http://www.ksdscarborough.org.uk/
Lat/Long: 54.2858479/-0.3960553
Funicular: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 54.2808484/-0.3971671
Funicular: yes
Public Transport: stop_position
Lat/Long: 54.2809988/-0.3982242
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2820384/-0.3962518
Atm
Check Date: 2024-04-12
Fee: no
Note: In a phone booth like kiosk
Lat/Long: 54.2831515/-0.3946904
Bench
Backrest: yes
Check Date: 2024-04-12
Lat/Long: 54.2834397/-0.3936322
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 54.28371/-0.393051
Cafe
Level: 1
Note: Cafe on first floor of the Lord Nelson
Lat/Long: 54.2837891/-0.3933387
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2838171/-0.392938
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Lat/Long: 54.283924/-0.3928251
Bus Stop
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 54.2840896/-0.3917526
Bench
Backrest: yes
Check Date: 2024-04-12
Lat/Long: 54.2841603/-0.3914642
East Coast Marine Ltd
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Housenumber: 35
Addr Street: Sandside
Old Name: Scarborough Marine Engineers Ltd
Shop: chandler
Website: https://eastcoastmarineltd.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 54.2840726/-0.3894524
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Housenumber: 33
Addr Street: Sandside
Lat/Long: 54.2840012/-0.3894488
Inscription: Harbourside, scene of busy shipbuilding activities 17th - 19th centuries
Note: Scarborough Heritage Trail plaque
Lat/Long: 54.2839771/-0.3894417
Motorcycle Parking
Covered: no
Parking: surface
Lat/Long: 54.2839973/-0.3884102
Bicycle Parking
Access: yes
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 12
Covered: no
Fee: no
Lat/Long: 54.2840922/-0.3888959
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: YO11 26
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 54.2841474/-0.388721
Telephone
History Box
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Man Made: telephone_box
Operator: Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre
Lat/Long: 54.2841557/-0.3886808
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Lat/Long: 54.2817728/-0.4017173
Blue Plaque: William 'Strata' Smith
Erected By: Scarborough and District Civic Society
Historic: memorial
Inscription: William 'Strata' Smith 1769-1839 Father of English Geology Lived Here 1835-1839
Memorial: plaque
Openplaques Id: 1672
Lat/Long: 54.2822802/-0.4004001
Body Torque Gym
Leisure: fitness_centre
Level: 2
Lat/Long: 54.2823983/-0.4013168
Disused Shop: variety_store
Old Name: Goodwins
Lat/Long: 54.2827886/-0.4002969
Royal Rangers Supporters Club
Leisure: social_club
Lat/Long: 54.2822272/-0.3999651
Trail Explorers
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Housename: 5-8 Balmoral Centre
Addr Postcode: YO11 1LU
Addr Street: Westborough
Description: So you want to know about us, we don’t just want to be another shop we want to be different and to do that we need to support you more, so why not come down and see just how much different we are. We understand that you need space to roam.
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 09:30-17:00
Operator: Trail Explorers
Payment American Express: yes
Payment Cash: yes
Payment Coins: yes
Payment Credit Cards: yes
Payment Debit Cards: yes
Payment Maestro: yes
Payment Mastercard: yes
Payment Notes: yes
Payment Visa: yes
Payment Visa Debit: yes
Payment Visa Electron: yes
Phone: +44 1723 370557
Shop: outdoor
Start Date: July 2018
Website: https://www.trailexplorers.co.uk
Lat/Long: 54.2823627/-0.4014784
TK Maxx
Brand: TK Maxx
Brand Wikidata: Q23823668
Brand Wikipedia: en:TK Maxx
Shop: department_store
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2828504/-0.4005603
Disused Shop: variety_store
Note: Located somewhere in the Balmoral Centre
Old Name: Wilko
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2825011/-0.4014667
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Lat/Long: 54.2821374/-0.4008981
Camera Mount: roof
Camera Type: panning
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: outdoor
Surveillance Type: camera
Lat/Long: 54.282167/-0.4010747
Historic: memorial
Inscription: Newborough Gate. Main gateway to mediaeval town crossed Newborough near here
Memorial: plaque
Openplaques Id: 29954
Scheme: Scarborough Heritage Trail
Lat/Long: 54.2822908/-0.4003971
Blue Plaque: Sir Edward James Harland
Erected By: Scarborough and District Civic Society
Historic: memorial
Inscription: Sir Edward James Harland 1831-1895 Shipbuilder was born in a house on this site
Memorial: plaque
Openplaques Id: 1666
Lat/Long: 54.2825356/-0.3996276
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: puffin
Lat/Long: 54.2826662/-0.3991324
Camera Mount: pole
Camera Type: panning
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: camera
Lat/Long: 54.2827067/-0.3990877
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: puffin
Lat/Long: 54.2827733/-0.3990483
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: puffin
Lat/Long: 54.2828387/-0.3992742
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Lat/Long: 54.2828757/-0.398951
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 16
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 54.2832332/-0.399887
Vending Machine
Payment Coins: yes
Vending: parking_tickets
Lat/Long: 54.2843826/-0.399751
Bus Stop
D St Thomas Street
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3200YNA00939
Naptan NaptanCode: 32000939
Public Transport: platform
Ref: D
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2837659/-0.4002507
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3200YNA96545
Naptan NaptanCode: 32096545
Public Transport: platform
Ref: C
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2835999/-0.4000759
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2839185/-0.4003896
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: camera
Lat/Long: 54.2839817/-0.4004546
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: puffin
Lat/Long: 54.2841639/-0.4004703
Blue Plaque: Thomas Hinderwell
Erected By: Scarborough and District Civic Society
Historic: memorial
Inscription: Thomas Hinderwell 1744-1825 Historian and Philanthropist was born in a house on this site
Memorial: plaque
Openplaques Id: 29899
Lat/Long: 54.2809611/-0.3986201
Walker Landray Ltd
Lat/Long: 54.281107/-0.3994444
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 54.2810638/-0.3993631
The Beachcomber Kiosk
Layer: -1
Note: Accessed from the footway, the roundabout is above the shop. Shutters were down at time of survey, perhaps is only open seasonally
Shop: kiosk
Lat/Long: 54.279308/-0.397767
Clock
Display: analog
Support: wall_mounted
Lat/Long: 54.2813481/-0.3999775
Fixme: Continues, signed "Leading to Vernon Road (Library)"
Lat/Long: 54.2815359/-0.4009375
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: YO11 73
Royal Cypher: EVIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102324
Lat/Long: 54.2817008/-0.4005645
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Lat/Long: 54.2808378/-0.3998667
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Covered: booth
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Lat/Long: 54.2833244/-0.3980959
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Covered: booth
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Lat/Long: 54.2833339/-0.3981016
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 3
Lat/Long: 54.2833474/-0.3970608
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 54.2836896/-0.3984136
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Housenumber: 6
Addr Street: Eastborough
Lat/Long: 54.2835434/-0.3956577
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: camera
Lat/Long: 54.2835864/-0.3945772
Camera Mount: wall
Man Made: surveillance
Surveillance: public
Surveillance Type: camera
Lat/Long: 54.2832692/-0.3965863
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: YO11 41
Lat/Long: 54.2830547/-0.3978137
Bus Stop
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Departures Board: timetable
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 54.2831403/-0.3973344
Restaurant
La Lanterna
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Housenumber: 33
Addr Postcode: YO11 1HQ
Addr Street: Queen Street
Capacity: 45
Cuisine: italian
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 19:00-21:30
Phone: +44 1723 363616
Smoking: no
Source: survey
Takeaway: no
Lat/Long: 54.2844673/-0.3990844
Bus Stop
Bench: yes
Bus: yes
Covered: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 54.2804395/-0.3973313
Bus Stop
Bench: yes
Bus: yes
Covered: yes
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Lat/Long: 54.282048/-0.3962059
Bench
Backrest: yes
Check Date: 2024-04-12
Lat/Long: 54.2824348/-0.3955394
Post Box
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: YO11 18
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 54.2807486/-0.3986619
Post Box
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: YO11 206
Lat/Long: 54.2840507/-0.3956661
Premier Inn
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Postcode: YO11 2EN
Addr Street: Falconers Road
Brand: Premier Inn
Brand Wikidata: Q2108626
Internet Access: wlan
Internet Access Fee: customers
Internet Access Operator: Virgin Media
Internet Access Ssid: Premier Inn Free Wi-Fi
Tourism: hotel
Website: https://www.premierinn.com/
Lat/Long: 54.2808022/-0.4007336
Seamark Fog Signal Category: diaphone
Seamark Fog Signal Group: 1
Seamark Fog Signal Period: 60
Seamark Landmark Height: 15
Seamark Light 1 Character: Iso
Seamark Light 1 Colour: white
Seamark Light 1 Height: 17
Seamark Light 1 Period: 5
Seamark Light 1 Range: 9
Seamark Light 1 Sector End: 39.0
Seamark Light 1 Sector Start: 219.0
Seamark Light 2 Character: F
Seamark Light 2 Colour: yellow
Seamark Light 2 Height: 8
Seamark Light 2 Sector End: 30.0
Seamark Light 2 Sector Start: 233.0
Seamark Light Reference: A 2592
Seamark Name: Vincent Pier
Seamark Type: landmark
Lat/Long: 54.2818407/-0.3899985
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Addr Postcode: YO11 1PB
Check Date: 2023-03-10
Defibrillator Location: On Exterior of RNLI Lifeboat Station, to the right side of large doors, facing Foreshore Road.
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Ref: AT33
Lat/Long: 54.2833821/-0.393172
Pub
Hole In The Wall
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Housenumber: 26
Addr Postcode: YO11 2PS
Addr Street: Vernon Road
Lat/Long: 54.2798604/-0.3997961
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 4
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 54.2826609/-0.3993104
Addr City: Scarborough
Addr Housenumber: 4
Addr Postcode: YO11 1HA
Addr Street: Queen Street
Disused Amenity: bicycle_rental
Note: part of Betta Motoring
Phone: +44 1723 376245
Lat/Long: 54.2833083/-0.3982657
Smugglers Apprentice
Artist Name: Ray Lonsdale
Artwork Type: statue
Description: man and boy carrying barrels
Material: metal
Start Date: 2012
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 54.2833369/-0.3950429
Diving Belle
Artist Name: Craig Knowles
Artwork Type: statue
Description: lady in swimming costume about to dive
Material: metal
Note: moved to this location in 2019
Start Date: 2008
Tourism: artwork
Lat/Long: 54.2818181/-0.3899923
SeaGrown
Information: office
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 54.2827427/-0.3892378
Scarborough Lighthouse
Man Made: lighthouse
Operator: Scarborough Borough Council
Lat/Long: 54.2818784/-0.3899242
Restaurant
Love Brew Cafe
Addr Housenumber: 20
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Diet Vegan: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2835745/-0.3955129
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Check Date: 2023-03-10
Defibrillator Location: On Exterior Wall of McDonalds
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 54.2817665/-0.400629
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Check Date: 2023-03-10
Defibrillator Location: To RH side of Entrance Door to Pier House (Scarborough Yacht Club)
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Ref: ABA64
Ref GB The Circuit: F559E3DF-E76E-46B2-9162-AD6B00A475E9
Lat/Long: 54.2820714/-0.3898535
Bus Stop
Scarborough, adjacent to Aquarium Top Stop Y
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3200YNA06551
Naptan Bearing: NESW
Naptan NaptanCode: 32006551
Operator: NYCC
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 32006551
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 54.278873/-0.398982
Family Choice Foodmarket
Shop: convenience
Lat/Long: 54.2845691/-0.3931099
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 54.2839811/-0.3923399
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 54.283869/-0.3925219
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: Scarborough Town Hall, in the building passage off St Nicholas Street
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 54.2820182/-0.3985935
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 6
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 54.2818181/-0.3984982
Bicycle Parking
Access: yes
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 4
Covered: no
Fee: no
Lat/Long: 54.2837293/-0.3926627
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