How to access Scalby Beck
1. Mowthorpe Farm. 2. Via Raincliffe woods. 3. Hackness Road bridge. 4. Scalby Road bridge. 5. Via Newby Farm Road. 6. Burniston Road bridge. 7. Via Scholes Park Drive, 8. Scalby Mills (estuary),
Illustrated on the map are the main points where anybody can gain access to Scalby Beck. These are certainly not the only points though as there are many more than this, particularly through the many camp sites and housing estates etc. which line its path to the sea.
Below you will find info about how you can access the beck throughout it's length.
Fishing for migratory fish is only possible between points 6-8.
Fishing for non migratory fish (brown trout, grayling, chub etc) is good between points 3-8
Dog walking, rambling, picnicking are good between points 1-8 although some parts around point 7 are not suitable for dog walking or picnicking.
1. Mowthorpe Farm
Mowthorpe Farm is situated where Mowthorpe Road crosses the river Derwent. Access to the beck can be gained on both sides of the bridge.
This is a great place for dog walking, picnicking or rambling. A family of herons can usually be seen. Although the banks are well maintained by the environment agency the beck itself is not. Poor water flow / fallen trees / islands of silt and reeds are a particular concern.
2. Via Raincliffe woods
Raincliffe Woods is a beauty spot and another great place to walk dogs. It is easy to access via Low Road and Newgate Foot car park is on your right as you travel from Scarborough to East Ayton.
It is only a five minute walk through the car park and through several signposted fields to the beck. This is a terrific dog walk and highly recommended.
3. Scalby Bridge on the Hackness Road
Hackness Road Bridge is an area of very good fishing for brown trout, grayling and big chub.
Downstream of the bridge, as far as the Scalby Road bridge is free fishing for under 14's.This is also an excellent dog walking area
4. Scalby Road Bridge
Access is via the car park in the Newby and Scalby Community Hall (by the bins on the right where you go in).
There is a beautiful pool on the downstream side of the bridge. Very good fishing can be had here for brown trout, grayling and chub. No migratory fish can make it up this far.
This access point is not suitable for dog walking.
5. Via Newby Farm Road
Access to the beck can be gained via Newby Farm Road. This is a very picturesque walk with a beautiful viaduct and lots of wildlife.
This area is great for wildlife photographers, amblers and dog walkers. Fishing is excellent for brown trout, grayling and chub.
6. Burniston Road bridge
This is one of the best and main access points to Scalby beck. The right bank (when you look downstream) is a good place for dog walking, fishing, mountain biking and canoeing.
This is also a great area for wildlife photographers and bird and wildlife watchers. Fishing below the bridge is excellent for salmon and sea trout, brown trout and grayling. Migratory fish (salmon and sea trout) get as far as the fish pass just downstream of the bridge or potentially the weir a short way upstream of the bridge.
This is a great area to photograph migratory fish jumping as they make their way to spawn.
7. Via Scholes Park Drive
There are various access points along Scholes Park Road to access Scalby Beck. All of these access points are challenging and involve negotiating a steep bank. This route is a favourite for mountain bikers, the young (or the young at heart).
8. Scalby Mills (the estuary)
This is the point where Scalby Beck meets the sea. It is located at the bottom of Scalby Mills Road. Here, there is a the Sea Life Centre and a lovely pub (The old Scalby Mills). An ideal place to visit after enjoying some of the many activities on the beck. There are two access points to the beck here.
The first one is over a slope at the back of The Old Scalby Mill pub (see dotted line on photo below). This is the preferred one for anglers. This is a slightly challenging route to the beck over undulating ground but well worth the effort. Here you will find many fish holding rock pools. It is also a good route for dog walkers. This is a very isolated area where you will hardly ever see anybody.
The second access point is over the bridge right next to the pub (pictured). This one gives access to the cliffs and beautiful views over the Scalby Beck valley and the coastline. This one does not give easy access to the beck in the same way the first route does but is great for dog walkers and ramblers etc.
