Filey Beach
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
A long sandy beach set in a wide bay. In town, the beach is edged with a historical promenadeand beach chalets. Close-by to the north, Filey Brigg has some good rock pools to explore.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
Plenty of facilities with ToiletsCafes and shops
Beach huts and deckchair hire
Disabled access and first aid and lost child services available with the lifeguards
Activities
A popular spot for sailing and windsurfing as well as surfing when the waves are rightNature and Wildlife
There is a coast path and the beach is long enough to stretch your legs.Parking
Various parking options available though there is a charge for some and they can get busy during peak times. Disabled spaces available.Water Quality
ExcellentLifeguard
RNLICleaning and Litter
Litter bins are provided.Dogs
Dogs are restricted to certain areas on this beach.Awards and Recommendations
Quality Coast AwardMarine Conservation Society Recommended
Location
Nearest town: ScarboroughCounty: North Yorkshire
Latitude/Longitude: 54.2078, -0.282563
Postcode: YO14 9JQ
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
Filey lies 7 miles south of Scarborough and 10 miles north of Bridlington. Turn off the A165 on to the A1039 which leads to the centre of FileyPublic Transport
East Yorkshire Motor Services's bus service number 118 runs between Scarborough and Filey and Yorkshire Coastliner's bus service number 845 runs between Leeds and Bridlington and stops at Filey.Nearest Railway Stations
Filey (Less than half a mile away)Hunmanby (Approx. 3 miles away)
Seamer (Approx. 6 miles away)
Bempton (Approx. 7 miles away)
Scarborough (Approx. 7 miles away)
Tourist Information
Filey TIC The Evron Centre John Street Filey North Yorkshire YO14 9DW Phone: + 44 (0)1723 383637See the Environment Agency report for this beach