The State-of-the-Art, Independent Recording Studio with Residential Accommodation near Scarborough
Beckview Studios and Beckview Studios Apartments are located in Scalby village on the Yorkshire Coast.
A quintessential and picturesque village with excellent facilities, Scalby offers a stunning place to stay close to Whitby and Scarborough.
What Does It Include?
As the name suggests, the ground floor state-of-the-art recording studio includes a live room, control room and amp booths.
Find out more here: https://www.beckviewstudios.co.uk
Discover the recording services we offer: https://www.beckviewstudios.co.uk/recording-studio
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The Accommodation
Beckview Studios is one of the few independent recording studios that also provides private, onsite self-catering residential accommodation.
This means if you are working with us, then you can relax and be safe in the knowledge our comfortable apartment is just a staircase away.
The spacious first-floor apartment offers a unique combination of a 3-bed apartment (for up to 6 guests) and 1 spacious ensuite double bedroom (for up to 2 guests) which includes tea and coffee making facilities.
Both self-catering accommodations can be booked together, subject to availability, or can be booked as separate, independent lets.
Beckview Studios Apartments is perfect for bands, producers and other recording artists as it’s just seconds from the studio, with private parking and good facilities.
Staying in this private accommodation means less tiring travel, and the opportunity to make the most of your time in the studios.
The apartments can also be booked by families wanting to have a superb seaside holiday on the Yorkshire Coast.
Nearby Live Entertainment Venues
Scarborough is well known for its vibrant entertainment and live music venues, attracting world-famous iconic artists including Kylie Minogue, Pete Tong, Michael Ball & Alfie Boe, Bryan Adams and many more.
Booking is always required.
Scarborough Open Air Theatre in the North Bay https://www.scarboroughopenairtheatre.com
Scarborough Spa overlooking the South Bay
Stephen Joseph Theatre in the town centre, featuring lives performances, live streams, films, and more
The town also includes the YMCA, Scarborough’s community theatre.
There is a vibrant live music scene in local pubs and public spaces, too.
Places to Eat in Scalby
While Beckview Studios Apartment has a fully-fitted kitchen/diner, there are plenty of places nearby that offer food and drink. You are advised to book where possible.
The following are within walking distance:
The Plough, Scalby (pub/restaurant)
The Nags Head, Scalby (pub, serves food)
The Yew Tree, Scalby (cafe)
Daisy Tearooms, Scalby (cafe)
Foulsyke Farmhouse, Scalby (restaurant, breakfasts)
Hartleys, Scalby (cafe/restaurant), located at the Scarborough Rugby Union Football Club located between Scalby and Burniston
The following may require a designated driver, taxi or public transport to get to:
The Three Jolly Sailors, Burniston (pub/restaurant)
The Rosette, Newby (pub/serves food)
The Corner House Cafe, Newby (cafe)
Scalby Manor, Scalby (pub/restaurant)
The Ivanhoe, Scalby Mills (pub/restaurant)
Local Beaches
The Yorkshire Coast includes some of the best beaches in the UK! Golden sands, rock pools, cliff top walks, and marine wildlife including seals, dolphins, porpoises and even the occasional whale and walrus are known to visit the Yorkshire Coast. Inspirational at any time of year!
Always check the tide times and always take care near cliff landscapes.
North Bay Beach
South Bay Beach
Boggle Hole
Hayburn Wyke
Cayton Bay
Robin Hood’s Bay
Local Walks and Forests
As well as refreshing seaside walks, there are numerous places to enjoy stunning walks including:
Cleveland Way, one of the most beautiful National Trails of England
The Cinder Track
Wilfred Owen Trail
Marine Drive Trail
Broxa Forest
Turkey Carpet
Local Attractions
Few places offer such a wide variety of local attractions than Scarborough.
With historical links going back many centuries to well-known authors, musicians, artists and painters, Scarborough continues to be an inspirational location.
Take a trip back in time with these excellent venues:
Scarborough Museums Trust - Art Gallery & Rotunda Museum
Scarborough Castle - English Heritage
Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre (free to enter) – discover the fascinating history of sea shanties at the excellent attraction.
The following offer something for everyone, regardless of age!
Sealife Sanctuary in the North Bay
Dexters Surf Shop in the North Bay
North Yorkshire Moors Railway - stations at Pickering, Whitby and across the North York Moors National Park. (Famous, among other things, for being the railway line featured in the Harry Potter films).
Castle Howard
Scarborough Star Map in the South Bay
Grocery Shopping
Scalby and the adjacent villages of Newby and Burniston include numerous shops so you can support local businesses and shop locally.
Proudfoot, at Newby – a locally owned supermarket group that supports local producers.
Tesco Express, near North Cliff Golf Club.
Sainsbury’s main supermarket, Falsgrave.
Tesco’s main supermarket, Westwood.
Scarborough town centre is host to many high street names, independent retailers, pubs, restaurants, fish and chip shops, ice cream parlours etc.
Local Amenities
Should you need a local doctor’s surgery, try Danes Dyke in Newby YO12 6UB or Hackness Road in Scalby, YO12 5SD.
Newby Dental Practice is close by, YO12 6UA
Scarborough Hospital is on Scalby Road, YO12 6QL.
Taxi firms include Nippy, 01723 377377.
Petrol and diesel can be obtained at the Jet Garage, Scalby Rd, Scarborough YO12 6UA
Newby Pharmacy - 448 Scalby Rd, Newby, Scarborough YO12 6EE
Library
There is a post office in Newby YO12 6TQ and a public library, Newby and Scalby Library, YO12 6EE.
Local Roads, Parking and Public Transport
Beckview is close to the A171, the Scarborough to Whitby road.
Other local main artery roads include the A64, the A165 and the A174.
Local bus companies include Arriva and East Yorkshire Buses.
The nearest railway station is Scarborough, served by Northern Rail and Transpennine Express.
Parking is provided for Beckview guests but Scarborough has plenty of car parks and some with EV charging facilities.
Resorts and Market Towns Close By
Scarborough is just one of several coastal resorts along the Yorkshire Coast, including Robin Hoods Bay, Whitby, Filey, and Bridlington.
Head inland to historic market towns including Pickering, Malton, Driffield and Beverley.
Other locations include Thornton-le-Dale, Hemsley and Thirsk.
Ten Facts About Scarborough
1. Scarborough featured the famous Penthouse nightclub, now closed, whose performers included David Bowie, Thin Lizzy, the Sex Pistols, Ultravox, Roxy Music, Fleetwood Mac and more.
2. Famous people past and present: Charles Laughton, Anne Bronte, Wilfred Owen, Ade Edmondson, Penelope Wilton, Susan Hill, Sir Ben Kingsley and Jimmi Mistry all have links to Scarborough.
3. Scarborough Fair is mentioned in the famous song and is now a new festival which takes place in the town with events scheduled throughout the year.
4. Scarborough Jazz Festival, which takes place in September, is one of the UK’s finest for the genre. Scarborough has a vibrant Jazz scene and the local Jazz Club holds events every Wednesday evening at The Cask Pub, South Cliff.
5. Scarborough Railway station is thought to have the longest platform bench in the world.
6. Singer Chris Rea is reputed to have a boat moored in Scarborough Harbour.
7. Scarborough is considered to be the first seaside resort in the country.
8. Kings and Queens who’ve visited include Richard III (although this is often disputed); Edward VII; Queen Elizabeth II. More recently The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Scarborough (2023).
9. The town has a thriving music scene featuring all genres, including top DJs, jazz, classical, rock and more.
10. The Beatles performed at Scarborough’s Futurist Theatre (since demolished) in the 1960s.
Make the Most of Your Visit – Scarborough ‘Must Dos’!
Take a train ride on the North Bay Railway including its spooky tunnel.
Hop onto one of two cliff lifts by the sea and enjoy the views.
Eat fish and chips as the sun sets.
Enjoy an ice cream at any time of year.
Say hello to the beach donkeys in the summer.
Have a go at the 2p slots in the South Bay amusements.
Watch the sunrise over the sea in Spring and Autumn.
Hire a deck chair, or a beach hut for the day and watch the world go by.
Enjoy the Scalby Sea Cut Walk.
See the incredible views from Oliver’s Mount.
Take a ride on the open top bus and spot the dolphins out to sea.
Have your photo taken with one of the many statues dotted around the town.
Scalby Village Guide
Scalby is a large village in an enviable location: just a short walk from the coast with excellent road links and excellent facilities.
The village itself is mentioned in the Domesday Book as Scallebi, which means a settlement surrounded by forest.
The village has links with the historic Duchy of Lancaster.
The former Scarborough to Whitby Railway Line (now the Cinder Track opened in 1885, situated on the outskirts of the village.
This line was closed in 1965.
St Laurence’s Church, parts of which can be traced back to 1150, is the oldest recorded building in the village.
What To Do Next
We would love to welcome you to Beckview Studios and Beckview Studios Apartments, so why not get in touch with us today?
Telephone: 07925 991348
Email: info@beckviewstudios.co.uk
Address: Beckview Studios
487 Scalby Road
Scalby - Scarborough
North Yorkshire YO13 0RA
All details are correct at time of posting.
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