Cheese, Toilet Fury, and a Heat Alert: What’s Going On This Week?

Hey Scarborough! Here's What’s Happening This Week!

We've got a full lineup of stories, events, and hot topics for you this week - and we do mean hot! A yellow heat-health alert has been issued across the Yorkshire Coast, so stay cool out there.

Meanwhile, Malton residents are rallying against a proposed 40p toilet fee in a growing campaign called "Free to Pee" - and yes, it's making headlines. But not all the news is so heated: the Stumble Inn is serving up free cheeseboards (and pork pies!) every other Sunday to raise money for local charities. Delicious and generous.

From pavement dining proposals to live music and a choir of 100 voices, there's lots to read and plenty to do. Check out everything happening below and enjoy your week in and around Scarborough!

📍 Scarborough in Brief - Community Updates 📰

🚽 Councillor Slams 40p Toilet Fee as 'Scandalous' in 'Free to Pee' Campaign
Plans to charge for public toilets in Malton have sparked backlash and a grassroots campaign demanding free access. See details

🧀 Charity cheeseboards (and mini pork pies!) at Stumble Inn
Every other Sunday, Scarborough's Stumble Inn serves up a hearty cheeseboard for free - just pop a donation in the pink piggy bank to support local causes. Full story

🏘️ Former pub in Scarborough could become social housing
Plans to turn the old Alma Inn into flats face hurdles over room sizes and rubbish management, but the developer insists it'll enhance the area. Read on

🍽️ Two for £30 midweek meals at Tide in Whitby
Enjoy dishes like fresh hake, crab, mussels or a towering burger at Tide every Tuesday to Thursday - two for £30, but only until 21 July. Book now. More

🍻 Scarborough Pub Finalist for National Award Thanks to Live Entertainment
The Mayfield in Seamer is celebrating a big moment after being named a finalist in the Best Pub for Entertainment category at the Great British Pub Awards. More

🌡️ Yellow Heat-Health Alert Issued for Yorkshire Coast
With temperatures set to hit the high 20s, health officials warn of serious risks to vulnerable people as a heat-health alert takes effect across the Yorkshire Coast. Read more

🏘️ Scarborough Flat Plan Hits a Roadblock Over Parking Concerns
A proposal to turn a long-empty restaurant into apartments faces refusal after officials raise issues over lack of parking. Read on

🍽️ Five Scarborough Seafront Spots Seek Pavement Seating Approval
Cafes, pubs, and chippies on the seafront want to extend outdoors this summer - but locals have just days to weigh in. More

🎸 Whitby Band Sunbeam Celebrate Hometown Sell-Out After Festival Breakthrough
After lighting up the Isle of Wight Festival, indie rockers Sunbeam prepare for an emotional homecoming gig in front of 1,000 fans. Full story

🏛️ Scarborough Spa repairs approved as part of historic upkeep
Renovations to the Sun Court and Lounge will restore age-worn timber doors and windows at the iconic venue, ahead of the spa resort's 400th anniversary. More

🦖 Kids go free at Whitby Museum this summer.
Let the little ones run wild in Pannett Park, then cool off by exploring fossils, costumes, and curiosities inside the Whitby Museum - blue light discounts are available too! Read more

🎤 100 Voices Set to Rock Scarborough Church in Annual Concert
Scarborough Rocks returns with a huge choir, a live band, and aisles full of dancing - tickets are just £11. Full story

Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue

• 🎆 Scarborough's Fireworks & Goldwing Parade Lights Up September

• 🚢 Spanish Galleon Docks in Scarborough This Week

• 🏥 NHS Sounds Alarm Over Scarborough Hotel-to-Flats Scheme

📬 Community Classifieds 🏘️

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🥾 Find Your Next Coastal Adventure with AllTrails - Discover North Yorkshire's top beach trails with maps, directions, and reviews. Fresh air, epic views - free to download!

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🧭 Discover Whitby’s Legends and Treasures - A self-guided audio tour through haunting tales, charming streets and iconic coastal views. More

🛳️ York 60-Minute Happy Hour Cruise for All Ages. Relax on the River Ouse with drinks, music, and scenic views of historic York. Cruise into fun.

🎟️ Events, Activities & Live Music 🎾

We keep it short here - head to the events page for full descriptions and links.

🎓 Scarborough U3A Activities & Talks 📍 Various locations, Scarborough
Scarborough U3A offers a wide variety of year-round activities, including cycling, photography, history, music, and book groups. Open to retired or semi-retired individuals. A fantastic way to stay active, connected, and continually learning. More

Mon, 30th Jun

10:00 🧘 Meditation & Mindfulness Session - Beeforths Hive, Scarborough
11:00 📘 Book Launch: A-Z of Scarborough - Scarborough Art Gallery
14:00 🕊️ Tai Chi Class - Filey Evron Centre, Filey
14:30 🤸 Pilates - Staintondale Village Hall
18:00 🥁 Fitness: LoveFit Pound! - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
18:00 🧘 Beach Yoga & Swim - Hunmanby Gap Beach
18:15 🏋️ Tune In, Tone Up - Gristhorpe & Lebberston Village Hall
19:00 🎱 Monday Club - Free Pool & Games - The Ramshill, Scarborough
19:00 💃 Fitness: LoveFit Doozy - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
20:00 🎻 Folk Club - The Merchant Irish Bar, Scarborough
20:00 🧠 Quiz Night - The Elsinore, Scarborough

Tue, 1st Jul

09:00 💼 Business Advice Drop-In - Yorkshire Coast Enterprise Centre, Scarborough
13:15 🧵 Community Sewing Group - Gallows Close Centre, Scarborough
14:00 👢 Line Dancing - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
14:00 🎨 Weekly Art Session - Robin Hood’s Bay Studio & Gallery
14:30 🎪 Carnival - Airy Hill Primary School, Whitby
18:00 🌊 Tuesday Sea Swim - Filey Coble Landing Slip
18:30 🥋 Wing Chun Kung Fu - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
19:00 🎤 Open Mic & Pool Night - Indigo Alley, Scarborough
19:30 🧠 Quiz Night - The Merchant Irish Bar, Scarborough

Wed, 2nd Jul

10:30 ✂️ Adult Crafting Club - Gallows Close Centre, Scarborough
10:30 ♟️ Chess & Conversation - Eastfield Library, Scarborough
11:00 💃 Traditional Circle Dance - St. James Church Hall, Scarborough
12:00 📚 Glenda Young Book Signing - Mrs Lofthouse’s Emporium, Scarborough
13:30 🤝 U3A Open Day - Scarborough Market Hall & Vaults
13:30 📚 Glenda Young Book Signing - Central Tramway Co, Scarborough
15:30 🎉 Summer Bingo - West-Cliff Primary School
18:00 🥊 Blitz Combat Cardio - Typhon Martial Arts, Scarborough
18:30 🥁 Drumming Circle - North Bay Beach, Scarborough
19:00 ❓ Quiz Night & Rollover Jackpot - The Ramshill, Scarborough
19:30 💃 Salsa Dance - St James’ Community Arts Centre, Scarborough
20:00 🎷 Scarborough Jazz Night - The Spa Pub, Scarborough

Thu, 3rd Jul

10:00 🎵 Dance Light (All-Abilities) - Roscoe Rooms, Scarborough
10:00 🍼 Milkshakes Toddler Session - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
11:00 👵 Dementia-Friendly Movement Class - Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
11:30 🎵 Dance Light (All-Abilities) - Roscoe Rooms, Scarborough
13:00 🎤 Made in Whitby Festival 2025 (Line-Up TBC) - Whitby Brewery, Whitby
13:30 🧸 Stay & Play for Pre-Schoolers - Seamer Road, Scarborough
18:00 💪 LoveFit Lite Fitness Class - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
18:30 🎷 Whitby Soul Club Weekender Launch - Abbey Wharf, Whitby
18:30 🎨 Evening Art Session - Robin Hood’s Bay Studio & Gallery
19:00 🎱 Free Pool Thursdays - CPFA, Station Road, Cayton, Scarborough
19:00 🎸 Live Music: Rock Night - The Rammy, Scarborough
19:00 🔮 Psychic Night with Andrew Beasley - Catch 55 Fish Restaurant, Scarborough
19:00 🎶 Live Music: Whitby Soul Weekender - Abbey Wharf, Whitby
19:00 🥁 Fitness: LoveFit Pound! - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
19:30 🙏 Worship: Festival of Praise - The Hub at the Summit, Scarborough
19:30 🎭 Theatre: Pride & Prejudice - Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
20:00 ❓ Pub Quiz - The Crown Tavern, Scarborough
20:00 📱 Smartphone Quiz - Station Inn, Whitby
20:00 🎶 Live Music: Alastair James - The Crescent Lounge, Scarborough
20:30 🎤 Open Mic Night - The Merchant Irish Bar, Scarborough
20:30 ❓ Quiz Night - Highlander Hotel, Scarborough

Future Events

🎉 Want to see what’s coming up? Our events page features a growing list of upcoming events, complete with descriptions and links.

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