Built-up area in North Yorkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 54.301, -0.448 |
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| OS grid ref: | TA 01 90 |
| Dialling code: | 01723 (Scarborough) |
Scalby is a compact village just north of Scarborough in North Yorkshire, England, lying in the shallow valley carved by Scalby Beck and with easy walks down to the coast at Scalby Mills. Its position on the fringe of the North York Moors gives a mix of seaside and moorland character, with several older cottages and a relaxed village green that hint at a long local history.
Traditionally based on agriculture and local services, the community today combines long‑standing families, commuters to nearby towns and visitors drawn by coastal and moorland walks; small shops, a primary school and active clubs (notably cricket) help keep a close‑knit feel, while Scarborough’s tourism economy remains an important influence. Historic buildings and the surrounding countryside make it a quiet but attractive base for exploring the Yorkshire coast and moors.
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