Peasholm Island Illumination is part of Scarborough Lights from 12 November to 20 December 2026. The pagoda and waterfall are lit for visitors to enjoy from the park paths, making this a different experience from a ticketed walk across the island.
At a glance
| Event | Scarborough Lights 2026 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Peasholm Park |
| Dates | 12 November–20 December 2026 |
| Tickets | View from the public park paths; check the organiser’s latest timings |
What can you see?
The event centres on illuminated features on Peasholm Island, viewed across the water while walking around the park. The island itself remains closed. Plan a gentle look from the surrounding paths rather than expecting access to the pagoda, an island trail or a timed performance. It can be a shorter addition to a Scarborough stay rather than an entire evening’s activity.
Dates, timings and admission information
The official listing gives 12 November–20 December 2026. It does not provide a reliable evening switch-on timetable: the automated calendar’s midnight entry is not an instruction to arrive at midnight or a promise of 24-hour illumination. Check the organiser’s latest evening timings before travelling specifically for the lights. The wider Scarborough Lights programme includes free activities; check each separate event’s admission arrangements rather than assuming every festival activity is the same.
An important toilet warning
The organiser states that toilets will not be open in the evening. Plan a stop before entering the park, especially with young children or anyone who needs regular access to facilities. Ask the event team about the most suitable viewing route if you use a mobility aid. Staying on the park paths does not guarantee that every approach or surface will suit every visitor.
How to get there
The map below points to Peasholm Park in the North Bay area. Drivers can follow the town’s signs towards North Bay attractions, then use a public car park and check its evening restrictions. Scarborough’s main railway station serves the town; plan an onward local journey to the park and your return train. Do not assume the nearby miniature railway or seasonal sightseeing buses will operate for your evening visit.
Making the visit work
Bring warm clothing and shoes with grip, keep children close by the water and use the designated paths. If combining the lights with dinner, arrange the toilet and meal stops around the confirmed illumination times once those are available. Other Scarborough Lights installations have their own locations and schedules, so consult the wider programme before setting out. Check for weather-related changes on the day and keep the plan flexible if conditions are poor.
Check official event information and booking details.
Location and Google map
Peasholm Park, North Bay, Scarborough, North Yorkshire.
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Information checked 27 October 2026. Dates, prices and visitor arrangements can change; confirm with the organiser before travel. Sources: Peasholm Island Illumination; Scarborough Lights programme; North Bay location and rail information.