🏕️ Glamping Pods, Ghost Walks... and a Flag Fight at Scarborough Town Hall!

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Hey Scarborough friends! 🌟 Here's your weekly update.

Halloween spirit is in the air - and tickets for ghost walks and themed tours are already selling out. From chilling Scarborough tales to York's legendary Shadows tour, these experiences go fast, so book early if you want a spot.

Looking for something calmer? Wold Escapes near Driffield offers glamping pods and barns with plenty of space to unwind, plus a cookery school if you fancy learning while you relax.

Meanwhile, Scarborough Council has stirred up controversy with a proposal to limit flags on civic buildings. The debate over banning Pride and campaign flags in favour of "heritage" ones is attracting a lot of attention.

There's more to see and do, so keep reading for this week's events, featuring live gigs, theatre nights, and community fun.

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📍 Scarborough in Brief - Community Updates 📰

🌾 A Stay That's a Bit Different
Wold Escapes offers something a little unusual - self-catering barns and glamping pods set on a quiet farm, with an on-site cookery school and plenty of space to do very little. Just outside Driffield, it's quirky, peaceful, and a refreshing change from the usual. Check it out.

🏴 Scarborough Council Debates Flag Rules
A motion proposes limiting flags on civic buildings to Union Jacks and other “heritage” flags, sparking debate over banning Pride and campaign flags from Scarborough’s Town Hall. Read more

🎃 Halloween Tours Are Booking Up Fast
If you're thinking about spooky season plans, now's the time to act. As Halloween approaches, ghost and themed tours are already filling up. Take a look at the Scarborough ghost walk or Dark Tales in Scarborough, or if you prefer to visit York, Shadows of York and the York Dungeon are both highly rated. If you have young children, a Harry Potter-themed tour might be a great option. These popular experiences often sell out well before October - book early to avoid missing out.

🎶 Whitby’s 60s Spectacular
Get ready for three days of non-stop retro magic as Whitby Pavilion hosts Amen Corner, The Foundations, Beatles tributes, and more from September 19 to 21. It’s the ultimate 60s party! Book now

🍕 Parmos, Pizzas & Bottomless Drinks at Xanders
Scarborough’s Xanders is serving up mini parmos, pizzettas, and unlimited drinks at their special events. Spaces are limited and selling fast - get your deposit in early! Reserve a spot

🚂 Scarborough Station Celebrates Seaside Heritage
Step back into the golden age of seaside holidays with Scarborough’s new railway exhibition, running until September 21. Vintage photos, memorabilia, and guided tours bring the past to life. Discover more

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🎄 Festive Fun Returns to YMCA Theatre
Scarborough’s Christmas Cracker show is back this December with songs, sketches, and sparkle guaranteed to get you into the holiday spirit. A festive favourite not to miss! See details

🏠 Scarborough Offices Become Flats
North Yorkshire Council has approved plans to convert town centre offices on Alma Square into four one-bed flats, preserving the conservation area while boosting local housing. Full story

🏍️ Scarborough’s Goldwing Parade Shines Bright
Thousands lined the seafront to watch the dazzling Goldwing motorcycle parade, raising over £7,900 for Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Organisers hailed it as one of Scarborough’s biggest nights. Read more

🏭 £42m Schneider Factory Opens in Scarborough
Schneider Electric has unveiled a massive new site in Scarborough, creating 200 jobs and boosting the town’s role in net-zero tech with EV chargers and smart energy systems. Read more

☕ New Bistro Opens at Combe Hay Care Home
Combe Hay in Scarborough has unveiled Smart’s Bistro, a café-style space for residents, families, and visitors. It’s part of wider improvements designed to make life richer and more social. See details

🏥 Scarborough Hospital Trust Ranks Poorly
New NHS league tables place York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals among the lowest-rated trusts, while the Yorkshire Ambulance Service shines with top marks. A mixed report card for local healthcare. Full story

🦀 Report on Yorkshire Coast Shellfish Die-Offs
North Yorkshire Council is set to endorse findings into the catastrophic crustacean deaths that devastated fishing towns like Whitby and Scarborough. Calls continue for more substantial support and recovery measures. Full story

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2. 🏰 Heritage Open Days return to Scarborough

3. 🚂 Flying Scotsman returns to the NYMR

🎟️ Events, Activities & Live Music 🎾

We keep it short here - head to our EVENTS PAGE for full descriptions and links.

Fri, 12th Sep

10:00 ✏️ Friday Urban Sketching - NYAS Shop, Scarborough
18:00 💃 Line Dancing - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
18:00 🎡 Eastfield Funfair - Eastway Sports & Social, Eastfield
19:00 🎶 Live Music – Mark Stanley - East Ayton Lodge, Scarborough
19:00 🧒 Bob's Juniors - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
19:00 🎤 Live DJ & Karaoke - The Ramshill, Scarborough
19:30 🎵 Jersey Beats - Scarborough Spa Theatre
20:00 🎶 Whitby Motown & Soul Weekender - Whitby Pavilion
21:00 🎧 Resident DJ with DJ Cut - Scarborough Flyer
21:00 🎤 Karaoke Night - The Scarborough Arms, Scarborough

Sat, 13th Sep

08:00 🌊 Start the Day the Best Way Sea Swim - Filey Coble Landing Slip
09:00 🏍️ 2025 HMH Civils Steve Henshaw Gold Cup - Oliver's Mount
11:30 🧘‍♀️ Yogalates - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
12:00 🏳️‍🌈 Scarborough Pride 2025 - Grand Hall & Suncourt, Scarborough Spa
14:00 🔬 Family Show: Top Secret - YMCA Theatre, Scarborough
14:00 🎡 Eastfield Funfair - Eastway Sports & Social, Eastfield
14:30 🎭 Earth Angel by Alan Ayckbourn - SJT, Scarborough
19:00 🧠 Oktoberfest Quiz Night - The Tuny Catch, Scarborough
19:00 🌶️ Thai Evening with Chef Jeremy - Carleton House, Scarborough
19:00 🕯️ The Black Widow - Dark Tales Around Scarborough
19:00 🎤 Live DJ & Karaoke - The Ramshill, Scarborough
19:00 🌟 YMCA Fundraising Showcase - YMCA Theatre, Scarborough
19:30 🎭 Earth Angel by Alan Ayckbourn - SJT, Scarborough
20:00 🦇 Goth/Alternative Night - The Westover Club, Scarborough
20:00 🎶 Whitby Motown & Soul Weekender - Whitby Pavilion
20:00 🎉 Racks 7th Birthday Bash - Rack n Roll, Scarborough
20:00 🏳️‍🌈 Krystal's After Pride Party - Marley's, Scarborough
20:30 🎧 Eastside Soul Club - Crescent Lounge, Scarborough
21:00 🎺 Ska Punk Night - Bull Inn, Scarborough
21:30 🎤 Two Up Front Live - The Newlands Park, Scarborough

Sun, 14th Sep

07:00 🌊 Sunday Morning Swim - Filey Coble Landing Slip
08:30 🚂 The East Coast Chuffer - Peasholme Park, Scarborough
09:00 🏍️ 2025 HMH Civils Steve Henshaw Gold Cup - Oliver's Mount
10:00 🎾 Free Tennis - Scalby Tennis Club, Scalby
10:00 💃 Motiv8: Motivational Day - Ocean Room, Scarborough Spa
11:00 🌿 Dean Road Cemetery Fair - Dean Road Cemetery, Scarborough
11:00 🎶 Scarborough Spa Orchestra - Suncourt, Scarborough Spa
12:00 🎉 Sunday Fun - East Ayton Lodge, Scarborough
13:00 🎡 Eastfield Funfair - Eastway Sports & Social, Eastfield
14:00 🧸 Teddy Bears Picnic: Spa Orchestra - Suncourt, Scarborough Spa
17:00 🌊 Sunday Relaxing Sea Swim - Filey Coble Landing Slip

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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