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Iron Scar to Scalby Ness

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Iron Scar to Scalby Ness is a Site of Special Scientific Interest in North Yorkshire, covering 1.2 km². It is one of 230 SSSIs in the county. It is among the largest in the county. The surrounding countryside is part of the North York Moors National Park.

Scarborough Station is about 2.5 km away to the south. Hayburn Wyke and Cockrah Wood are among the SSSIs within 7.9 km.

Full name: Iron Scar and Hundale Point to Scalby Ness

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