Scarborough South Cliff Golf Club occupies an elevated clifftop position on the southern edge of Scarborough, a historic seaside resort on England's North Sea coast. The course was established in 1903, making it one of Yorkshire's older seaside layouts, though it sits on clifftop terrain rather than traditional links land. The design takes advantage of the natural topography, with fairways routed across undulating ground that offers views over Cayton Bay and the surrounding coastline. The exposed position means wind is a frequent factor in play. The course measures around 6,100 yards from the back tees and presents a mix of holes that work with the contours of the cliff edge and inland terrain. Several holes play along or near the cliff line, where the proximity to the sea and the elevation changes create both scenic interest and strategic challenge. The layout includes a variety of par threes and shorter two-shot holes that require accurate placement rather than length, typical of courses shaped by constrained clifftop sites. Scarborough South Cliff functions as a members' club with visitor access, serving both local golfers and those exploring Yorkshire's coastal courses. The clubhouse occupies a prominent position overlooking the course and coastline, maintaining the traditional character of an early twentieth-century seaside club. While not among the championship venues of British golf, the course represents a characteristic example of clifftop golf on England's east coast, where terrain and weather combine to create distinctive playing conditions.