Is Filey or Scarborough better?

The Condé Nast Traveller magazine ranks Filey Beach above Scarborough's South Bay Beach in the list of top UK beaches 2023. Scarborough's South Bay Beach came 32nd.

Which is nicer Scarborough or Filey?

Filey is Britain's 8th best seaside town in a new poll from the consumer group Which. The resort gets an 80% customer satisfaction score in the survey. Saltburn is 19th, Whitby 22nd and Robin Hoods Bay 29th, Scarborough is 64th.

Is Filey worth a visit?

Things to do in Filey

There is so much to see and do during your stay in Filey. From family attractions and events to picturesque walking and cycling routes and rock pooling and of course, sandcastle making, there is something for everyone to enjoy. No matter what time of the year you visit.

Which is better Whitby or Filey?

annual best seaside destinations guide, Filey is the best seaside town in the region, placing at number eight on the list with an 81% score. Other North Yorkshire towns that performed well included Robin Hood's Bay at number 13 with a score of 79% and Whitby, which placed at 17 with a 78% overall score.

Does Filey have a nice beach?

Filey Beach has a glorious 5 mile wide stretch of golden sand and was even named 'Beach of the Year' but the Sunday Times back in 2018. The beach is lined with an historical promenade with a Sculpture Trail and beach chalets.

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Can you walk on the beach from Filey to Scarborough?

This is a popular coastal walk between these two attractive North Yorkshire towns. It's a particularly beautiful stretch of coast with lovely bays, exhilarating cliff tops, gorgeous beaches and fascinating rock formations.

Is Filey better than Bridlington?

Of all the beaches we visited onmour holidays this one comes top! Huge golden sandy beaches, just enough amenities nearby without making it feel like a tourist hotspot! This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Which is better Bridlington or Filey?

Bridlington is a typical slightly run down sea side town, I'm not sure the shopping will be what you want, Filey will be very quiet and again but sure what you would want. I did not find Bridlington run down when I went to it.

How far is coastal walk from Filey to Scarborough?

The walk from Scarborough to Filey is 10.5 miles.

What is special about Filey?

What is Filey known for? Filey is a charming seaside town located in North Yorkshire, known for its beautiful sandy beach, stunning coastal walks, and traditional seaside attractions.

Does Filey have a town?

Traditionally, Filey has drawn visitors from all ages because of its long stretches of beach, however, the town can cater for the short breaks and the growth in the high quality niche tourism markets based upon the historical, environmental and heritage assets to the locality.

Does Filey have a pier?

The Spittals are on the South side of Filey Brigg. Local Tradition has it that they are a Roman Pier but since the 1920′s a dispute has arisen about whether they are natural or man made. The Spittals is a spectacular structure, it is 600 metres long with only the first third exposed at very low tides.

What is the prettiest part of Yorkshire?

Is Scarborough better than Whitby?

Scarborough is home to an incredible 21 beaches, while Whitby follows as a close second with 20. Ranking the two of them comes down to what you like best from a beach – from sandcastles and penny arcades to long clifftop walks.

Can you go in the sea at Filey?

Filey beach is one of the safest beaches in the country. The beach slopes gently and there are no deeper parts to catch you out of your depth. It also has a life guard in the summer. One of the most popular things to do in Filey for children is to spend hours messing on the beach and in the sea.

Is Filey a town or village?

Filey (/ˈfaɪli/) is a seaside town and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England. It is located between Scarborough and Bridlington on Filey Bay.

Are there any hidden beaches near Filey?

Filey's an ever-popular seaside destination, but just south, you'll find Hunmanby Gap. This expanse of bright yellow sand is usually quiet and surprisingly rule-free, so you can let the dogs stretch their legs and even enjoy a barbecue in the sunshine – just take your rubbish home with you!

Is Filey a clean beach?

The beach is very clean and there's lots of space. We visited filey in the evening, I would definitely recommend coming here if you love beaches. There's plenty of parking spaces, and disabled parking close by, also toilets, Disabled close to beach.

How rough is Bridlington?

Crime and Safety in Bridlington. Bridlington is the most dangerous medium-sized town in the East Riding of Yorkshire, and is among the top 10 most dangerous overall out of the East Riding of Yorkshire's 171 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Bridlington in 2022 was 107 crimes per 1,000 people.

Which is better Whitby or Bridlington?

Blackpool, takes the crown as the nation's top coastal holiday destination in 2022, but the lobster capital of Europe, Bridlington takes second place in the study's 2022 coastal holiday destination charts followed by Brighton. Whitby Ranks 7th in the table with Scarborough in 8th place.

Why do people go to Bridlington?

Discover award-winning beaches, outstanding attractions, rich history, unique character and stunning scenery. Bridlington is the ideal choice for a weekend getaway, for family beach holiday freedom, or a day trip to explore the 'real' British outdoors.

Which beach is better in Scarborough?

The North Bay Beach is Scarborough's Blue Flag beach, meaning it is one of the best in Europe for cleanliness both on the sand and in the water, facilities and safety.

Has Scarborough got a sandy beach?

Scarborough South Bay

South Bay has a large sandy bay with excellent facilities, child friendly amenities and is very popular with families.

Can you swim in the sea at Scarborough?

The mineral rich waters of Scarborough's spa are reputed to have made the North Yorkshire town England's first seaside resort more than 350 years ago. But today it's sea water, rather than spa water, which is the subject of discussion.