Scarborough to Filey coastal walk - Linear (14.2 miles)
Details
This stunning coastal walk takes place along the East Yorkshire coastline and follows a linear route from Scarborough to Filey.
We begin in Scarborough town centre, heading slightly north to pass through Peasholm Park, a peaceful spot with a distinctive oriental feel. From here, we continue to Scarborough North Bay, walking around Marine Drive, where we’ll pause briefly to enjoy the views and keep an eye out for dolphins 🐬.
Next, we pass through Scarborough South Bay, which is usually livelier and bustling with visitors. This marks the start of the more challenging section of the walk, as we climb a steep ascent to join the Cleveland Way.
Once at the top, the effort is rewarded with around 7 miles of mostly flat walking along dramatic clifftops, offering spectacular sea views and passing a variety of coastal features.
As we approach Filey, we’ll have the chance to see Filey Brigg, a unique and fascinating coastal formation. The walk finishes with a short final ascent to Filey train station, where our journey comes to an end.
📸 Featured Photo
- Filey Brigg
📍 Meeting Location & Time
- Meeting Location: Scarborough Train Station (just outside)
- Meeting Time: 10:40 AM
- Start Time: 10:50 AM
🥾 Walk Overview
- Distance: ~14.2 miles (22 km)
- Elevation Gain: ~500 ft (150 mt)
- Duration: about 6 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Route Type: Linear
- Start: Scarborough Train Station
- Finish: Filey Train Station
- Walk Leader: Ryan
🐇🐢 Pace & Fitness Requirements
This is a moderate but relatively long walk, best suited for those with good fitness and in sound physical condition. You should be comfortable maintaining a steady pace throughout.
⛰️ Route Highlights
- Peasholm Park
- Scarborough North and South Bay
- Cayton Bay
- Filey Brigg
🚆 Public Transport
- direct trains from Sheffield to Scarborough
- direct trains from York to Scarborough
- direct trains from Doncaster to Scarborough
- direct trains from Filey to Sheffield
- direct trains from Filey to York
- direct trains from Filey to Doncaster
If you are from Sheffield, here is a possible journey by train:
- Sheffield (7:58 AM), Scarborough (10:40 AM)
- Filey (6:15 PM), Sheffield (8:47 PM)
🌦️ Weather & Clothing
The weather on the hills can be very changeable, windy, and cold, even in summer. Please wear appropriate hiking boots or shoes with good grip to handle muddy and slippery terrain. Avoid flat trainers or jeans.
Dress in layers to adjust to changing conditions: moisture-wicking base layers, insulating mid-layers, and waterproof outer layers are recommended.
Useful links for weather forecasts:
🎒 What to Bring
- Sturdy walking boots or shoes with good grip (no flat trainers)
- Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing (avoid jeans)
- Enough food and water for the whole day
- Waterproof jacket and warm layers
- A comfortable backpack
- Gloves and woolly hat
- Optional: hiking poles, hat, camera, power bank, phone
🐶 Dogs
Fit and friendly dogs are welcome! Please keep them on a lead near livestock.
📢 Notes
- Expect possible muddy or slippery sections.
- This event may be cancelled or rescheduled if the weather is unsafe — updates will be posted in the comments section, so enable email notifications.
📌 Bookings
- Please only book if you genuinely intend to attend.
- If you reserve a spot but can no longer make it, please cancel your booking or let the organiser know. It only takes a moment to update your booking, and it really helps everyone: the organiser, the walk leader, and your fellow attendees.
⛑️ Disclaimer
You are fully responsible for your own safety, health, fitness, and equipment. The group has no insurance — by RSVPing, you agree to these terms.
📬 Questions?
Feel free to comment below or message the organiser privately.