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Water Adventures with Scarborough Surf School: Coasteering in the UK - Scarborough

Water Adventures with Scarborough Surf School: Coasteering in the UK

Cayton Baymoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should be reasonably fit and comfortable in water but do not need advanced swimming skills.

Overview

Dive into the wild coastlines of Scarborough with coasteering—an adrenaline-fueled adventure that combines swimming, cliff jumps, and cave exploration. Perfect for all adventure levels, this activity offers stunning views and unique natural formations. Keep reading to discover what makes this experience unforgettable!

Cayton Bay, England

Coasteering

Ages 8+ (under 10's must be accompanied by an adult) • 3 Hours • Great for thrillseekers!

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About This Adventure

Experience the thrill of coasteering along stunning sea cliffs, where adventure swimming, cliff jumps, and exploring hidden caves await. Suitable for all skill levels, this exhilarating 3-hour session offers breathtaking views, incredible water clarity, and the chance to see nesting wildlife. Perfect for groups, families, and adrenaline seekers alike!

Providing guaranteed smiles for miles and exhilaration.

Duration

3 Hours

About

Our Coasteering session’s give us the perfect activity if and when the surf is flat providing guaranteed smiles for miles and exhilaration.

The sport of coasteering is a combination of adventure swimming along sea cliffs, exploring gullies, caves, cracks and different rock formations created by the sea and traversing the lower level sea cliffs by foot, above deep water and then finally climbing the cliffs to different jumping locations. Cliff jumps can range anywhere from 1 – 10 meters in height so there’s something for everyone with different routes to suit personal ability and different groups.

Due to the nature of the local chalk cliffs and lack of clay and sediment both water quality and visibility are quite incredible at our Coasteering location, with a little Sunshine it could well be the Mediterranean and if you visit early summer you will be treated to an abundance of nesting Puffins, Razor Bills and Guls.

We will be offering courses of varying difficulty to suit customers needs. For younger groups or families we have more basic routes, far easier to complete but still good fun and exhilarating. For those wanting a more demanding package, we have routes that will test the nerves a little more with higher jumps and more technically difficult climbs, all safe and all over water but certainly a little more adventurous.

As well as the basic and advanced Coasteering experiences we will be offering an intermediate route which most first timers looking for the perfect mix of adrenaline, excitement and fun will take. This will be our standard course, therefore allowing customers to return and try the more advanced route if they want. We do try to offer the chance to try the most challenging jumps to thrill seekers wherever possible based on the overall ability of the group.

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Highlights: Challenge yourself Push Bounderies Explore Yorkhires largest sea cave and most hidden gems See wildlife close up Exhilarating and fun activity for large groups Perfect stag/Hen party activity

PLEASE NOTE: under 10's must be accompanied in the water by an adult, participants need to be able to swim 50m unaided and have reasonable fitness to scramble over rocks.

Important!

We meet at the specified time here at the Surf School on Killerby Cliff, Cayton Bay.

You will be issued with a Wetsuit, Boots, Buoyancy Aid and Helmet. We will also sign waiver forms and settle any payments due, this is a good opportunity to discuss and Medical Issues or Injurys which may affect the session.

We all then travel in your own transport in convoy to Thornwick Bay, here we change into our Wetsuits and begin the 2.5 Hour session in the water, here the activity ends and there is no need for you to return to the Surf School, we will return all the equipment.

Bring with you a bathing costume and a towel, there is a cafe at the location which is open everyday in Summer.

Please Note you must have your own transport.

Adventure Tips

Wear appropriate footwear

Secure shoes with good grip are essential for climbing and walking on wet, uneven surfaces.

Check weather conditions

Strong winds or heavy rain can make coasteering unsafe; plan accordingly.

Bring waterproof gear

A wetsuit, helmet, and gloves help keep you comfortable and safe in the water.

Follow instructor guidance

Always listen carefully to safety briefings and instructions for a secure experience.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Puffins
  • Gulls

History

Scarborough’s cliffs have been a strategic lookout and harbor point for centuries, with caves once rumored to harbor pirates and smugglers.

Conservation

The surf school emphasizes eco-friendly practices and respects local wildlife colonies to preserve the coastal environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Wetsuit

Essential

Keeps you warm and protected during water-based activities.

spring|summer|fall|winter specific

Climbing shoes or sturdy sandals

Essential

Provides grip on wet rocks and prevents slips.

Helmet

Essential

Protects your head during jumps and climbs.

Waterproof gloves

Enhances grip and protects hands during cave exploration.