Surfer's Paradise

Where to Surf

Route YC covers one hundred miles of stunning North Sea coastline with some pretty epic surf all year round, here's a few of the most popular spots.

Between the towns of Scarborough and Filey lies Cayton Bay. Arguably amongst the most famous and known for its consistent surf all year round thanks to the sandbanks in the bay, Winter is when it really hits its sweet spot.

Scarborough is home to two beaches which are both popular for surfing, the North Bay delivering larger, more powerful waves and the South being kinder for beginners. Both are backed by sea walls so best at low tide.

Where to Stay

If you're looking for somewhere central where you can store your kit indoors, we recommend The Bike & Boot at Scarborough. Located on the South Bay, it's facilities for surfers are first class, offering not only safe indoor storage but changing facilities, shower rooms and a washing & drying station to keep your kit clean, safe and ready for the next ride.

Surfers with a sweet tooth can take advantage of the free coffee and cake every afternoon and there's a cool cinema free of charge for guests to use.

Need some kit?

Scarborough Surf School is set back from the beach at Cayton Bay and has everything you need from changing rooms, hire kit and boards to a fully stocked shop, you can even get a hot drink here too!

They offer lessons for all abilities, so whether you're a beginner at the start of your journey or a competent surfer looking to refine your technique, they have you covered. The car park is there's too, making it easy to pull up and be pushing out in no time.

If you're surfing in Scarborough, head to Dexter's Surf Shop on the North Bay, it's got great indoor changing areas and showers and is conveniently located next to some great laid back bars and restaurants like Saltwater, that are cool with sandy clothes and shoes.