Scarborough events offer something for everyone, whether you’re a lifelong local or planning a seaside escape. From beachside festivals and theatre performances to food fairs, live music, and community celebrations, there’s always something happening along the coast – with historic backdrops such as the Grand Hotel quietly anchoring the town’s charm. Keep an eye on the …
Ah, the May half-term. That glorious spell when the kids are off school, the fridge is mysteriously always empty, and every grown-up within earshot is Googling “things to do with children near me” in a mild panic. If you’re in or around Beverley, though, you’re in luck. The East Riding’s got you covered with a …
Let’s rewind to the 1930s – flapper dresses, swing bands, and Scarborough Borough Council doing something marvellously bonkers: turning a lake into a theatre. Yes, really. The original Scarborough Open Air Theatre opened in 1932, plonked in Northstead Manor Gardens, and featured a stage set in the middle of a lake. The audience sat across …
If you’re after a proper day out packed with incredible food, local charm and a good dollop of Yorkshire humour, the Malton Food Festival is where it’s at. Returning for the late May bank holiday (24th–26th May), this free-to-enter event transforms Malton into the ultimate destination for food lovers. What is Malton Food Festival? Often …
Perched dramatically on St Nicholas Cliff, gazing out over Scarborough’s South Bay, The Grand Hotel Scarborough is more than bricks and mortar – it’s a sprawling symbol of Victorian ambition, coastal charm, and the brutal realities of time. Its story isn’t just grandeur and glamour but also grit, mismanagement, and public outcry. So, grab a …
Scarborough South Bay, home of the Grand Hotel, was issued a “brown flag” in 2025, according to the latest assessments from the Environment Agency. This flag marked it as one of the UK beaches with poor bathing water quality. This classification means the water at South Bay has been rated as “poor” for the second …