Love is on the coast: 11 romantic things to do in and around Scarborough

Whether you're young or not so young, there's plenty for lovers to love about Scarborough !

Some of these ideas are seasonal, but others aren't. So if you've never huddled from the howling wind on a boat trip, or trod on each other's toes dancing, or seen the fairy garden ... give them a go ! The 10 best places in Scarborough for a Valentine's treat

South Bay beachplaceholder image
South Bay beach
Our main image (photo courtesy of Jupiter Images) ... take a walk on the beach, with or without ice cream.
This photo: venture on to Peasholm Lake on a Dragon Boat.placeholder image
Our main image (photo courtesy of Jupiter Images) ... take a walk on the beach, with or without ice cream. This photo: venture on to Peasholm Lake on a Dragon Boat.
Enjoy the breathtaking view from near the war memorial ... as long as you've got breath left after walking up there. Driving up is less fun.placeholder image
Enjoy the breathtaking view from near the war memorial ... as long as you've got breath left after walking up there. Driving up is less fun.
Share an ice cream sundae at the Harbour Bar.placeholder image
Share an ice cream sundae at the Harbour Bar.
... on boats such as the Regal Lady or, for a much shorter trip, the Hispaniola. Snuggle up to shelter from the wind !placeholder image
... on boats such as the Regal Lady or, for a much shorter trip, the Hispaniola. Snuggle up to shelter from the wind !
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