About the location
CAYTON
Scarborough 4.1 miles; Filey 4.6 miles; Malton 21.4 miles
A modest village and civil parish in the Scarborough borough of North Yorkshire, Cayton makes the perfect choice for a coastal escape, with a good range of amenities and attractions both within the village and in the surrounding areas. The village boasts historic evidence of its past during the Second World War, with coastal eroded pillboxes being evident around the area, there are plenty of hidden gems to discover. The village hosts a good selection of pubs and shops, perfect for a self-catered stay, while you can find a wider selection of waterside eateries in nearby Scarborough, a bustling resort town with plenty of attractions to entertain all ages. Explore the rich history of the area at both Scarborough Castle and the Rotunda Museum of geology, or enjoy a traditional day by the sea with a plethora of places to reminisce with amusement arcades, ice cream parlours, seafood stalls and beach huts all settled along the sandy beaches of the town. Enjoy a scenic stroll around the wonder of Peasholm Park, or embark on an even more wondrous outdoor adventure amidst the North York Moors National Park, home to one of the largest expanses of heather moorland, here you can expect to find remarkable landscapes, wonderful wildlife and plenty of heritage delights all scattered around a range of walking and cycling routes for all abilities. In reach of Filey, Flamborough and Malton too, there's plenty to explore whilst holidaying in the village of Cayton.