Waiting for the flood tide.....

The harbour today bears little resemblance to the bygone years, it is a busy centre for pleasure craft, those taking visitors out to sea on trips such as The Coronia and Regal Lady as well as sealife watching cruises and fishing trips. There are, however, still a number of fishing vessels working from the harbour, enough to make the fish market viable. The black fishing vessel in the picture sailed on the flood tide shortly after this picture was taken.

The harbour is formed by three piers, the outer harbour being set aside for leisure activities while most of the port’s communal activities take place in the inner or ‘old’ harbour. The central location, close to all the many amenities that Scarborough has to offer, has led to the port being called ‘The Jewel in the Crown’ and visiting craft have a wealth of opportunities to enjoy. Scarborough has been a seaside resort since Victorian times and the attractions of the old town and castle stand alongside modern retail outlets in the town centre.