About
Scarborough Castle stands on the headland between the town's two bays, with a ruined Great Tower and a broad grassy interior that makes its defensive position immediately clear. Viewing platforms in the Inner Bailey and tower look across the harbour, town and North Sea. Further across the headland are the remains of a Roman signal station and an Anglo-Saxon church, adding earlier chapters to the castle's story. The exhibition provides context for the ruins, while the meadow and a modern climate-themed sculpture invite a slower circuit of the grounds. Reviewers repeatedly single out the coastal views and enjoy discovering the different periods represented here. Leave time for the uphill approach and use sturdy footwear on grass, cobbles and gravel. General parking is off site; accessible spaces at the castle must be arranged in advance. Dogs on leads are welcome, with care needed on the exposed headland.
ClosedPick a day for times and prices
- Until 1 Nov
- Daily 10:00–16:00
- 2 Nov–27 Dec
- Weekends 10:00–16:00
- 28 Dec–3 Jan
- Daily 10:00–16:00
Later dates are in the calendar.
Off-peak days are £0.90 cheaper for an adult.
Today, Monday 26 October
Standard day- Scarborough Castle10:00 – 16:00
Standard prices, non-members
| Ticket | On the day | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £10.90 | £9.26 |
| Child | £5.40 | £4.59 |
| Concession | £10.00 | £8.50 |
| Family | £27.20 | £23.12 |
| Family (one adult) | £16.30 | £13.85 |
Opening times may change at short notice.
General visitors cannot park at the castle. The driving pin is Marine Drive council car park, an EH-recommended option; the onward approach is uphill. EH membership does not cover council parking.
Last admission is 30 minutes before closing. Call ahead to reserve the limited accessible parking or a Tramper.
Check the official date calendar for holiday openings, seasonal price bands and event exceptions. Later dates may differ from this snapshot.
Routes include grass, cobbles and bound gravel; the keep has steps. Ask about alternative routes and book the available Tramper in advance. Limited accessible parking must be pre-booked on 01723 372451.
English Heritage membership covers standard admission. National Trust membership alone does not cover entry. Special events may be charged separately.
Hero photograph: Beep boop beep. CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and converted to WebP. Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/?curid=94143648
Photo licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Dogs: Dogs are allowed on leads. Indoor exhibition and refreshment-area access is Not confirmed separately; ask staff. Assistance dogs are welcome.
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