What to do and see in Scarborough District, England: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

A virtual visit to Dr Frankensteins laboratory with Geissler Tubes, Bouquet Tubes, Railway Tubes, Jacob's Ladder, telegraph system, early x-ray tubes and many more crackling spark, electric flame laden demonstrations. Showing the education of the young Victorians, using many of the static accessories and rare artefacts, as used by them. We hope your visit here will prove interesting, stimulating and will give an insight into this largely extinct branch of science.

A beautifully situated horticultural establishment. One of the seven wonders of Whitby! : SPECIALISING IN PLANTS OF ALL SHAPES, SIZES, DESCRIPTIONS. : NEW STOCK FROM OUR NURSERY, BROUGHT IN BY WHEELBARROW, DAILY. : FREE ADMISSION TO OUR GARDENS AND PLANT SALES AREAS.

Take a leisurely stroll through streets and alleys while you listen to Curious Stories and Secrets of Whitby with Local Folklore as well as Tales of Pirates, Smugglers, Dracula, Whaling, Whitby Abbey, Captain Cook and many mysterious facts about this ancient town and port. This tour is available by private booking only and is suitable for educational groups, visitors, tour groups, English language learner, wedding parties, families and individuals. Minimum booking fee is £70. All details to be found on the website.

Scarborough's original fully qualified and insured surf school based at Cayton Bay. We offer surf lessons, Stand Up Paddle board lessons and from 2013 Coasteering along the the beautiful Yorkshire coastline. We also have a full range of hire equipment from wetsuits to Paddleboards. We cater for group lessons, families and stag or hen dos regularly.

Come and try one of our amazing chocolate kebabs wrapped up in a freshly made crepe and various toppings, or sit down and enjoy a coffee while watching our chocolatier work in our fully open planned kitchen. All hot drinks come with a free handmade chocolate!!

Watersports activity provider on the Yorkshire Coast. Come & try adrenaline fuelled adventure activities: Coasteering, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) & Dinghy Sailing. Contact us to arrange your personalised watersports adventure. Our Instructors will take you on an amazing tour of the Coastline including Scarborough, Filey, Bridlington and Flamborough. We cater for groups including schools, corporate and Stag & Hen.

Scarborough Footgolf is a 9 hole course in a 10 acre field. It is a dedicated Footgolf site in an undulating field and has not been developed from an existing golf course. Kieran Lawry,of UK Footgolf has advised on the layout of the course to give the most enjoyment and challenge. In addition there is also a 9 hole Adventure Foootgolf course in the woods negotiating various obstacles and hazards . Alongside is a Footpool Table with playing area and pockets scaled to the size of a football Under construction and opening for the summer of 2019 is a five a side football pitch available for hire A wide variety of activities all on the one site with great value prices and free parking

For updated information following current restrictions, please visit our website. At the Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery in Hunmanby, we’re making the county’s first single malt whisky. Our guided tours (£12.50) offer an insight into a working distillery & visitors can enjoy exclusive tastings of our maturing malt. Visitors are also welcome to enjoy a proper cup of coffee and locally sourced food from Pot Still Coffee Shop without participating in a tour.

At Eskape Whitby you will have 60 minutes within one of our themed escape rooms. You will have to work with your team, following clues and solving puzzles. Can you escape before your time runs out? Choose from 'The Night Watchman' or 'A Curious Case', both of which are available to book via our website up to 24 hours in advance. Please contact us directly for last minute availability. Bookings strictly by appointment only.

North Yorkshire Water Park, at Wykeham Lakes near Scarborough, is home to one of the largest natural watersport lakes in North Yorkshire. The Water Park, spanning 250 hectares, offers a range of fun filled activities suitable for the whole family! Create unforgettable adventures and experience the thrills of Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Open Water Swimming and Fishing. Whether you are looking to develop your watersport skills, challenge yourself to learn something new, or simply want to take in the beautiful lakeside views, there’s an activity to suit everyone! Take a leisurely stroll, jog, or cycle along our new 2.5km all-terrain gravelled track with views of the beautiful natural landscape, or hop on a pedalo to enjoy the views from the water! The Water Park is dog friendly, but make sure to keep them on a lead so wildlife and nesting birds aren’t disturbed. Our cafe is open for takeaway hot and cold drinks and delicious cold snacks. Our watersports lake is currently closed.