Walking and rambling in Scarborough
If you're planning on staying at YHA Scarborough, why not download a free map and get out exploring? All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the...
Once a 17th century water mill set on a quiet riverside, located 1.5 miles north of the town centre and 15 minutes' walk from Scalby Mills and the North Bay beach, YHA Scarborough is the perfect base to enjoy, explore, or simply unwind on the beautiful North Yorkshire coast.
Whether you love traditional seaside arcades or epic coastal scenery, the North Yorkshire town of Scarborough has something for everyone. Don't miss the atmospheric castle on the cliff, the educational SEALIFE Centre and the Victorian spa area.
Seasonal opening pattern: YHA Scarborough is open for stays from March - October.
Reception opening hours: From 08:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 20:00.
Self-catering: YHA Scarborough is self-catering only. Guests have access to a kitchen.
Parking: There is parking at the hostel.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Scarborough. Assistance dogs are welcome – please notify us at the time of booking.
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In the 1600s, the hostel was one of three flour mills on Scalby Beck, a small river just outside of Scarborough. In the 18th century the wheel was removed, the mill race drained and the building was used as a farm house. Just after the First World War the derelict building was bought and converted into a boarding house. When it was opened in 1935 it was one of the YHA’s first hostels and the owner Mrs Atkinson was kept on as warden when YHA later bought the buildings.
After numerous additions and alterations, an annexe was added in 1962 increasing capacity. YHA Scarborough was listed for closure in 2009, but was bought as an enterprise hostel in 2013 and continued to be part of the YHA network.
Manager recommends: The North Sea – with a good wet suit body boarding and surfing are great fun or join the regular South Bay Sea Swimmers for a refreshing dip.