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Scarborough lies on the North Sea coast of North Yorkshire, England. The modern town lies 100 to 220 feet (30 to 70 metres) above sea level, on limestone cliffs. The older part of the town lies around the harbour and is protected by a rocky headland.. The town has a North Bay and a South Bay. The South Bay is the main focus and contains many arcades and entertainment facilities and is overlooked by the town itself - a vibrant shopping centre. The North Bay has traditionally been 'the quiet end' of the resort and is home to Peasholm Park which has recently been granted funding to be restored to its Victorian Japanese-themed glory. The North Bay is linked to the South Bay by an impressive Victorian promenade, built around the headland. Overlooking both bays is Scarborough Castle, best known for being the subject of an erroneous U-boat artillery attack in the First World War. Both bays have excellent sandy beaches and some superb rock-pooling opportunities at low tide.
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