:🚴 Coast-to-Coast Fundraising, 👙 Body Confidence in Bikinis, and 🍺 Pints in Whitby

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Hey Scarborough! Let’s Dive Into This Week’s Highlights!

There’s plenty brewing along the coast this week - quite literally, as Helmsley Brewing Co. sets its sights on Whitby with a new craft beer and cocktail bar. The Tour de Ralph is back too, rolling from coast to coast with a lot of heart (and probably a few aching legs). Meanwhile, Books by the Beach brings big-name authors to town for a weekend of page-turning goodness.

But the real showstopper? A fabulous group of midlife women are about to prove that bikinis aren’t just for the under-30s - when they strike a pose on Scarborough beach. It’s a bold body confidence campaign that will turn heads and challenge stereotypes.

Add in a flowerpot takeover, some Taskmaster-style silliness at the castle, and a soundtrack of 60s throwbacks from Whitby to Filey, and you’ve got a weekend that’s anything but boring. Check out the full event lineup below - there’s something here for everyone (even if you prefer your swimsuits one-piece).

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📍 Scarborough in Brief - Community Updates 📰

🍺 Helmsley Brewing Co. sets sights on the coast.
A new craft beer and cocktail bar is set to arrive in Whitby as Helmsley Brewing Co. unveils plans for its second location. More

🚴 Tour de Ralph returns with coast-to-coast challenge
From Snails to Greyhounds, this inclusive 4-day bike ride promises laughs, pies, and powerful fundraising in memory of Ralph. Read more

👙 Midlife women take over Scarborough beach in body confidence campaign
A striking swimwear photoshoot will challenge stereotypes and celebrate women 40+ with boldness, joy, and community. Read on

🎭 Scarborough gears up for a jam-packed summer of festivals
From 250+ Scarborough Fair events to Human League and Will Smith live, the coast is bursting with reasons to plan a visit. Story here

⛳ Scarborough Golf Week opens for entries
With trophies, no green fees, and priority bookings for 6-day players, this summer’s competition is ready to tee off. See details

🚌 New bus bill aims to rescue North Yorkshire’s struggling services
A 51% drop in bus coverage sparks hope for change as local leaders push for greater control over routes, fares, and reliability. Read more

🥾 Scarborough to Whitby walk invites racing fans to go the distance
The 22-mile Castle to Abbey Challenge mixes cliff views and charity goals in Racing Welfare’s only mass participation event of the year. Full story

🎤 “That’s Variety” hits the YMCA stage for Cancer Research UK
From George Formby tributes to magic, dance, and comedy, this high-energy show on Saturday, 14th June, promises laughs, applause, and fundraising thrills. More

🎯 Taskmaster takes over Scarborough Castle with heritage-themed antics
This summer, visitors can take on hilarious challenges inspired by the hit show - yes, rubber ducks included. Story here

📚 Books by the Beach brings literary stars to Scarborough
From Larry Lamb to Alison Weir, a weekend of author talks, crime fiction, Tudor intrigue, and radio legends kicks off June 6. Story here

🎪 Scarborough Streets Festival adds surprise autumn edition
After a successful run, the town’s animated street festival returns in October with more performances, pop-ups, and local flair. Read on

🌼 Flamborough gets creative with a potty idea
With up to 100 flowerpot sculptures scattered through the village, the annual Flamborough Festival is back and as bonkers as ever. More

🔥 Firefighters run 420 miles for charity across North Yorkshire
Two heroic runners hit every station in the county in 14 days - raising over £8,000 and still aiming higher. Read more

🌱 New community garden near Whitby opens to visitors
Sleights Surgery launches a nature-based wellbeing project with herbs, wildflowers, and free open day taster sessions. More

Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue

• 🌊 Scarborough Sea Pool revival gains momentum

• 🦕 Stegosaurus footprint uncovered in Whitby's ancient rocks

• 🐦 Plan proposed for 1,000 kittiwakes to nest at Scarborough's Grand Hotel

🎟️ 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

Fri, 6th Jun
08:00 🚴 Tour de Ralph 2025 - Coast-to-Coast - The Grand Hotel, Scarborough
09:00 🚭 Stop Smoking Support - The Rainbow Centre, Scarborough
09:00 📚 Ridings of Yorkshire Society Conference 2025 - Scarborough, North Yorkshire
10:00 💃 LoveFit Lite Dance Class - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
10:30 🎨 Willow Weaving Workshops - Danby Lodge National Park Centre
10:30 ☕ Howard Beaumont's Coffee Dance - Ocean Room, Scarborough Spa
14:00 🙏 THIS25 - Victory in God! - The Summit, Scarborough
17:00 🎮 Games: Final Fantasy Prerelease - 2 Victoria Road, Scarborough
18:00 🤠 Beginner Line Dancing Class - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
18:30 🎶 Live Music: Whitby 60s Festival 2025 - Whitby Pavilion
18:30 🧘 Yoga & Hand Pan Music Evening - Hunmanby Gap Beach
19:00 🎳 Bob's Juniors Bowling Coaching (Ages 7–12) - Alexandra Centre, Scarborough
19:00 🎮 Games: Final Fantasy Pre-Release Tournament - Spike's Hideout, Scarborough
19:00 ⛸️ Our Friday Night Social Skate - Scarborough YMCA, Scarborough
19:00 🎤 Callaghan Live in Concert - Old Parcels Office Artspace, Scarborough
19:00 📚 New Chapters: Book Buds Social - The Tap & Spile, Scarborough
19:00 🎧 Live DJ & Karaoke Night - The Ramshill Hotel, Scarborough
19:00 🎭 YMCA Yorkshire Coast 2025 Celebrations - YMCA Theatre, Scarborough
19:30 🎶 Chamber Music by East Coast Miniatures - St Mary's Church, Scarborough
19:30 🎵 Callaghan - Live in Concert - The Old Parcels Office, Scarborough
19:45 😂 Comedy Theatre - Closure? - Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
20:30 🎤 Live Music - Magenta Slipperz - Tom Tiddlers Tavern, Scarborough
20:30 🎙️ Open Mic Night - The Crescent Lounge, Scarborough
21:00 🎤 Karaoke Night with Nik Nak - The Scarborough Arms, Scarborough
21:00 🎧 Resident DJ with DJ Cut - Scarborough Flyer, Scarborough
21:30 🎶 Live Music - Kate Burnett Duo - The Duke of York, Whitby
22:00 🎷 Skandals Live - Ska & Ska-Punk - The George Hotel, Whitby

Sat, 7th Jun
All Day 📚 Books by the Beach 2025 - Queen St. Church, Scarborough
10:00 🎨 Local Artists: North Yorkshire Open Studios 2025 - Various venues
10:00 🍴 Filey Food Festival - Filey Evron Centre, Filey
10:00 🎨 Made in Filey Craft Fair - Filey Evron Centre, Filey
11:30 🧘‍♀️ Yogalates - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
13:00 👦 Scouts Open Event - Whitby Scout Hall, Whitby
13:00 🎶 Live Music: Whitby 60s Weekend - Whitby Pavilion, Whitby
14:00 🪩 Foghorn Daytime Disco - The Royal Hotel, Whitby
14:30 🎷 East Coast Pictures - Yorkshire Wind Orchestra - St Mary's Church, Scarborough
15:00 🎤 Acoustic Sesh - Indigo - Mojos Music Cafe, Scarborough
17:00 🏳️‍🌈 Pride Party 2025 - The Turks Head, Scarborough
18:30 🎸 Live Music: Whitby 60s Weekend - Whitby Pavilion, Whitby
19:00 👻 WALKING TOUR: THE BLACK WIDOW – Spooky tram tales in South Bay. A chilling, theatrical ride through Scarborough’s eerie past. Book Here
19:00 🎤 Live DJ & Karaoke - The Ramshill Hotel, Scarborough
19:30 🎶 Classical Music: Concert 2025 - Westborough Methodist Church, Scarborough
19:30 🎭 Musical Theatre: Lee Mead - The Best of Me - Spa Theatre, Scarborough
19:30 🎵 The Carpenters Experience - Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
20:00 🎧 DJ Set: Progressive House & Techno Night - The Crescent Lounge, Scarborough
20:00 🎸 Live Music: Sam Jones - The Star Inn, Whitby
21:00 🎧 DJ Matty Blinkstar - Saturday Night Party - Scarborough Flyer, Scarborough
21:00 🎤 Karaoke Night with Nik Nak - The Scarborough Arms Pub and Dining
21:00 🎷 The Soul Bros Blues Brothers Tribute - Cayton Playing Fields Association
21:00 🎸 Hope City Rockers Live - The Pier Inn, Whitby

Sun, 8th Jun
All Day 📚 Books by the Beach 2025 - YMCA Theatre, Scarborough
10:00 🎨 North Yorkshire Open Studios 2025 - Various venues
10:00 🍴 Filey Food Festival - Filey Evron Centre, Filey
10:00 🎾 Free Tennis Session - Station Road, Scalby
10:00 ☕ Laurence's 4th Diaversary Coffee Morning - Lythe Village Hall
12:00 🌸 Hutton Buscel Open Gardens - Hutton Buscel Village
12:00 🎩 Mad Hatter's Tea Party - Cayton Playing Fields, Scarborough
13:00 🎶 Live Music: Whitby 60s Weekend - Whitby Pavilion, Whitby
14:00 🍻 GUIDED HISTORIC PUB TOUR 📍York - A storytelling pub crawl through York’s medieval streets with legendary tales and iconic pubs. More
15:00 🏊 Free Swimming Session - Whitby Leisure Centre, Whitby
18:30 🎸 Live Music: Whitby 60s Weekend - Whitby Pavilion, Whitby
21:00 🎤 Karaoke Night with Nik Nak - The Scarborough Arms

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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