# North Bay Railway Scarborough — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This charming miniature railway takes families on a scenic coastal journey with exciting activities including water-based fun and aerial adventures, plus year-round special events for all ages. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/attractions/north-bay-railway-scarborough (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # North Bay Railway Scarborough North Bay Railway, Burniston Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3943623653375995235&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Scarborough North Bay Railway](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/103628020906036067059) **In short:** North Bay Railway Scarborough is an attraction in Scarborough, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 2,158 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About North Bay Railway Scarborough This charming miniature railway takes families on a scenic coastal journey with exciting activities including water-based fun and aerial adventures, plus year-round special events for all ages. ## What's nearby - Peasholm Station next door - Northstead Manor Gardens 200m away - The Sands 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Tuesday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Thursday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Friday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Saturday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Sunday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Midnightstar](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114867884468858049734/reviews) ★★★★★ Great little miniature train ride from Peasholm to Scalby Mills. Friendly staff both in the ticket office & on the platform. Fabulous views over north bay. Well worth a visit. · via Google [Tracey Mckenna](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111000748077164801739/reviews) ★★★★★ Great place to visit! Had activities, train ride, place to eat. Lovely park across the road which i would definitely recommend to walk around. · via Google [Paul](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115410364374336675627/reviews) ★★★★★ Really enjoyed our visit. Pleasant knowledgeable staff. A place for 2~192 · via Google [Stefan Clements](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113219526725623892696/reviews) ★★★★★ This is an absolute must when you visit Scarborough. Simple but so much fun, kids loved it, we did to. Beautiful views along the way. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487f47864fc06153:0x36ba90d18b4ded63!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this miniature railway offers a lovely ride with great views of the coast and North Bay, and it's a convenient way to reach the Sea Life Centre. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, noting the experience is good value for money. Others mention the well-maintained carriages and the availability of cafes and shops at both ends of the line. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Burniston Road, Scarborough, YO12 6PF [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.2931406%2C-0.4119913) **Category** Railways & Transport **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (2,158 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Scarborough [More attractions in Scarborough](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/attractions) ★ 4.6 (2,158 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.snbr.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01723 368791](tel:01723368791) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Scarborough **Postcode** YO12 6PF **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C6X7HVQ+76 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487f47864fc06153:0x36ba90d18b4ded63!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487f47864fc06153:0x36ba90d18b4ded63!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487f47864fc06153:0x36ba90d18b4ded63!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Scarborough Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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North Bay Railway Scarborough suits all ages. ### Is North Bay Railway Scarborough wheelchair accessible? North Bay Railway Scarborough has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at North Bay Railway Scarborough? Yes: free car park, paid car park and paid street parking. ### How do I contact North Bay Railway Scarborough? Call North Bay Railway Scarborough on +44 1723 368791. ## More near North Bay Railway Scarborough ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Headlands ★ 4.9 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/hotels/the-headlands) - [Norlands Hotel ★ 4.9 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/hotels/norlands-hotel) - [Villa Marina ★ 4.8 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/hotels/villa-marina) - [Park Manor Hotel ★ 4.5 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/hotels/park-manor-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Manor Heath Apartment 1 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/manor-heath-apartment-1-syk958912) - [Manor Heath Apartment 2 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/manor-heath-apartment-2-syk958913) - [Manor Heath Apartment 3 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/manor-heath-apartment-3-syk958918) - [Manor Heath Apartment 4 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/cottages/manor-heath-apartment-4-syk958919) ### Campsites nearby - [Scarborough Camping and Caravanning Club Site ★ 4.4 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/camping/scarborough-camping-and-caravanning-club-site) - [Scalby Close Park ★ 4.3 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/camping/scalby-close-park) - [Lady Edith's Holiday Park ★ 4.2 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/camping/lady-edith-s-holiday-park) - [Burnside Leisure Park ★ 4.8 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/north-yorkshire/camping/burnside-leisure-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Alpamare Water Park ★ 4.2 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/attractions/alpamare-water-park) - [Scarborough North Bay ★ 4.5 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/attractions/scarborough-north-bay) - [Peasholm Park ★ 4.6 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/attractions/peasholm-park) - [SEA LIFE Scarborough ★ 4.1 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/scarborough/attractions/sea-life-scarborough)