Scarborough's South Cliff Gardens, Shelters Preview

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Swiss Chalet

In 1827 the South Cliff Bridge was opened creating a direct and relatively leisurely promenade from the town to the Spa. At the same time the ‘Cliff Bridge Company’ was given control of the Spa and the adjacent cliff walks in exchange for the building of the bridge. In 1860, a 'Swiss Chalet', reputedly to designs by Paxton, was built near the northern entrance to the Spa Gardens.We will start this tours from this point.

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Shelter 1

The first shelter on the way to the Spa after crossing the Spa bridge. This shelter has been stripped of its many decorative features and it is hoped that one day some of these can be reinstated. For example thebrackets at the top of each vertical support and the wrought iron at each side of the steps.

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Shelter 2

This is a large shelter, one of the most attractive, it has an open aspect and is close to the Spa complex.The shelter was designed by Frank Tugwell in 1897.The two gables have the characteristics of ‘Ogee’ arches and the interior of the roof has gothic style horizontal beams which were fashionable during Victoria’s reign.

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Shelter 3

This shelter was built in 1862 and is in the Spa Gardens, which cover the cliff side behind the Victorian Grade II* listed Spa building. It is thought to be the work of Sir Joseph Paxton (1803-1865).It has wonderful views ove rthe South Bay.

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Shelter 4

Situated behind the clock cafe this shelter is built in a Pergola Mediterranean early 1900s style. It is one of the newer shelters and thought to be designed by Harry W Smith.

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Shelter 6

ITALIAN GARDENS - Southern pergola shelter of classical loggia design Was designed by Harry W Smith when he set out the gardens which were opened during the summer of 1914 and as with the shelter at the north end it is an integral part of the overall scheme.

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Shelter 7

Holbeck Putting Green. Of Classical style construction, typical of Harry W Smith's architectural designs to be found around the town, particularly on the north side. This is a large and very popular shelter and is used extensively throughout the year. It overlooks the Holbeck Putting Green established in 1925 with Shuttleworth’s Clock Tower to the right and faces towards the southeast.

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Shelter 8

On Cliff Face, Below Holbeck Putting Green.

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Shelter 9

This shelter is situated on the top path underneath the Esplanade behind the Spa.

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Shelter 10

This shelter is situated on the top path underneath the Esplanade behind the Spa.

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Shelter 11

This shelter is situated on the top path underneath the Esplanade behind the Spa.

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Shelter 12

A large attractive shelter located just below the Esplanade across from the Crown Hotel.

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Shelter 13

The smallest of the shelters The lower part is constructed of stone with a wooden canopy built on the top.This shelter has a great view towards the harbour and if you continue down the path enjoying the views you will arrive back at the Swiss Chalet.