Scarborough is situated between Edinburgh and London 3 hours by train to London and 3 hours by train to Manchester Airport. Scarborough is the oldest resort in the UK and was most popular in the Victorian period. It is a scenic coastal town situated around two magnificent bays with sandy beaches, fishing harbour, parks and open spaces. The medieval Scarborough Castle sits on the top of a rocky headland, with views of the whole town. Summer is mild and winter is relatively warm. The average maximum temperature is 16.5 degrees centigrade in summer and 8.6 degrees centigrade in winter. Scarborough has a good shopping centre, theatres, cinemas, clubs, restaurants and many pubs. Scarborough has a good sports centre and 2 swimming pools. Also, on offer are sailing, rowing, windsurfing, abseiling, golf, and football activities. Scarborough is surrounded by beautiful scenery - cliffs, beaches, and harbours. The North Yorkshire Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Wolds are nearby.