GOGA Walking Trip - Filey to Scarborough, Yorkshire Coast

Filey to Scarborough Walking Trip, Saturday 25th October

Get Out, Get Active Walking Trip - Filey to Scarborough, Yorkshire Coast

Join Get Out Get Active for a guided walk along the beautiful cliffs and coastline of the Yorkshire Coast from Filey to Scarborough, with time to explore the historic town of Scarborough after the walk.

Saturday 29th November 2025: 08:00 - 18:00

Course Description

This walk starts just outside Filey at Cayton and takes in cliff tops, beaches and breathtaking views. As we approach Scarborough, the castle will appear on the headland.

Scarborough is a popular seaside resort town reportedly founded around 966 AD by a Viking raider, and is famous for its two bays with sandy beaches split by a headland bearing the 12th-century Scarborough Castle. The South Bay was the site of the original medieval settlement and harbour, which form the old town, now the main tourist area with cafés, amusements, arcades, theatres and entertainment facilities.

We will pause en route to rest and to appreciate the views and will finish the trip off with some time in Scarborough to explore the beach, shops and cafes.

Transport:

We will travel via coach departing from Parkinson steps at 08:00 and returning at 18:00. This is included in the ticket cost.

What you need to bring:

Please come in suitable footwear for uneven and unpaved terrain (walking boots or strong trainers). You will also need:

• Spare footwear to change into after the walk and a bag for your muddy boots or shoes
• Waterproof jacket and warm clothes
• Food/Packed Lunch and a water bottle for during the walk
• Money/Card if you wish to purchase items in the town

We have a limited amount of kire for hire which includes walking boots and waterproof jackets. The hire form will be released on the week of the walk.

Please view our Get Out, Get Active destination guide here to understand more about this trip including elevation, steepness and terrain.

You will receive an email from GetOutGetActive@leeds.ac.uk on the week on the trip, this will include further information such as meeting time, activator contact details, route information, the kit hire form and the health check form - which you must complete by 4pm on the day before your trip.