THIS WEEK🦄 Inflatable Unicorns, 💰 Lottery Millions, and 🎭 a Musical Mod Invasion?

Hey Scarborough! Your Weekly Rundown is Here!

This week, the coast is buzzing - and not just because of karaoke nights and quiz jackpots. There’s a brand-new pub planned in Whitby, a magical garden of unicorn inflatables at the water park, and a growing line-up of live music, theatre, and community events from Filey to Whitby.

We’ve also got updates on the Scarborough pitch saga, a bold new cycling plan for Whitby, and a local mum’s life-changing lottery win.

Scroll down to see what’s happening where, and don’t forget to share it with someone who loves staying in the loop! 👇

📍 Scarborough in Brief - Community Updates 📰

🍻 Historic Whitby Ironmongers to Become Pub and Holiday Lets
The team behind Valhalla York is transforming a Grade II listed Grape Lane site into a stylish new venue for visitors. More

🎧 Weekend DJs & Karaoke Heat Up Ramshill in Scarborough
Ramshill is going full party mode with live DJs and karaoke every Friday and Saturday - starting with a bank holiday launch bash. More

🏕️ Filey Caravan Expansion Approved Despite Dozens of Objections
Despite pushback from locals and the town council, six new caravans are coming to Primrose Valley Holiday Park. More

🦄 World's Biggest Inflatable Unicorns Arrive at Wykeham
Prepare for a magical splash - giant unicorn inflatables (including one with a 5m drop!) land at North Yorkshire Water Park this weekend. See details

⚽ Hope on the Horizon for Scarborough Athletic Pitch
A senior councillor hints at "positive signs" for SAFC’s pitch fix, as fans await a long-term solution. Read more

💰 Filey Mum Lands £111k Lottery Win While Husband’s Off Fishing
Emma Costin scooped two winning cheques while her husband was away in Norway, sharing a £1M prize with 15 lucky neighbours. Read more

🎤 Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Returns to Scarborough Spa
After a sold-out show last May, the hit West End tribute is back this July with all your favourite classics and a full live band. Full story

🐟 Whitby Fisherman Slams EU Deal as “Betrayal”
A furious trawler boss says the government’s 12-year deal with the EU trades away the future of Britain’s fishing fleet. More

🚲 New Cycling & Walking Plan Could Transform Whitby Travel
Big upgrades could soon make walking and biking the go-to way to get around Whitby - if this council-backed plan gets the green light. Read on

💡 Scarborough Lights Festival Calls for Creative Proposals
Artists across Yorkshire are invited to pitch their glowing ideas for this winter’s dazzling light show. See details

🚆 £14bn Rail Plan Sparks Coastal Inclusion Demands
As big money flows into Yorkshire's railway upgrades, voices in Whitby warn: don't leave our coastal towns behind. See details

🌱 Sustainable Shop in Castleton Celebrates Three Impactful Years
Off the Scale Castleton marks three years of zero-waste innovation, cutting plastic and championing local community and eco causes. Read more

🥃 Whisky Meets Clay at Creative Distillery Night
Scarborough's own Rebecca Norris will guide guests through a pottery-and-whisky experience at Spirit of Yorkshire's Clay & Cask event. Read more

⚡ Whitby Gets Ultra-Fast EV Charging Boost
A brand new 160kw charger has been installed at Arundel Place, marking a major step in Whitby's journey to greener, cleaner transport. Read more

⚓ Whitby Maritime Training Hub Construction Ramps Up
A £10m project is taking shape on Endeavour Wharf, promising jobs, skills, and a bold new future for the coastal industry. Full story

🌸 Scarborough Flower Club Trip to Brodsworth Hall - July 4
Join Scarborough Flower Club for a coach trip to Brodsworth Hall & Gardens. £38 includes travel. Departs 8:30 AM, returns 6 PM. More

⚽ Scarborough Athletic Confirms Groundshare After Pitch Problems
Following urgent repairs at Scarborough Sports Village, the club will play at Bridlington Town AFC for the 2025/26 season. Read on

Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue

• Scarborough's Open Air Theatre Guide

• Filey Hotel, Where The Beatles Stayed, is to Become Flats

• Ghost Walk Tickets Vanishing Fast in Scarborough

🎟️ 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, from cycling and photography to history, music, and book groups. Open to retired or semi-retired individuals. A fantastic way to stay active, connected, and continually learning. More

Mon, 26th May

07:00 🎭 Live Reading: STOKER - The Whitby Gathering - Royal Hotel, Whitby
07:30 🧘‍♀️ Yoga: Rise & Shine Yoga - Scarborough Yoga Space, Scarborough
10:00 🧩 Family Activities: May Half Term Fun at Whitby Abbey - Whitby Abbey, Whitby
10:00 🌸 Festival: Flower Festival - 'A Symphony of Songs' - Union Street, Filey
10:00 🐎 Equestrian: Spring Dressage Series - Brigg View Farm
10:00 🎶 Family Music: Bank Holiday Fun Music! - Emmanuel St Johns Methodist United Reformed Church, Scarborough
11:00 🎉 Family Event: Spring Bank Holiday Family Fun Day - Ramshill Road, Scarborough
14:30 🤸 Fitness Class: Pilates - Staintondale Village Hall
18:00 🥁 Fitness Class: LoveFit Pound! - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
18:15 💪 Fitness Class: Tune In, Tone Up - Gristhorpe & Lebberston Village Hall
19:00 🎯 Games Night: Monday Club - Free Pool & Games - The Ramshill Pub, Scarborough
19:00 💃 Dance Fitness: LoveFit Doozy - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
19:30 🎭 Musical Theatre: Mod Crop - The Musical - Scarborough Spa, Spa Theatre
20:00 ❓ Quiz Night: General Knowledge & Pop Music - The Elsinore, Scarborough
20:00 🎶 Live Music: Folk Club Night - The Merchant Irish Bar, Scarborough

Tue, 27th May

09:00 💼 Business Advice Drop-in Session - William Street Business Centre, Scarborough
13:00 💃 Dance: An Afternoon of Dancing - Whitby Pavilion Theatre, Whitby
13:15 🧵 Sewing : Sowing Bee with Diane & Emma - Gallows Close Centre, Scarborough
14:00 👢 Beginners' Line Dancing - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
18:00 🌊 Tuesday Sea Swim - Filey Coble Landing Slip Wall End
18:30 🥋 Wing Chun Kung Fu - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
19:30 ❓ Quiz Night: Merchant Irish Bar - The Merchant Irish Bar, Scarborough
19:30 🎭 Musical Theatre: Mod Crop - The Musical - Spa Theatre, Scarborough

Wed, 28th May

10:00 🧹 #Team Alison Labour Litter Pick - Sainsbury's Park, Scarborough
10:30 ♟️ Chess & Conversation at Our International Friendship Cafe - Eastfield Library
10:30 🎨 Craft Workshop: Adult Crafting Club - Gallows Close Centre, Scarborough
11:00 💃 Circle Dance - St. James Church Hall, Scarborough
11:00 🖼️ Kids Activity: Printed Pet Portraits - Scarborough Art Gallery, Scarborough
13:30 🖼️ Kids Activity: Printed Pet Portraits - Scarborough Art Gallery, Scarborough
14:00 ☯️ Wellness Class: Tai Chi - Filey Evron Centre, Filey
18:00 🥊 Fitness Class: Blitz Combat Cardio - Typhon Martial Arts, Scarborough
19:00 ❓ Wednesday Quiz Night & Rollover Jackpot - The Ramshill Pub, Scarborough
19:00 🎬 Film Screening: Scalby Cinema - The Temperance Hall, Scalby Village
19:30 💃 Salsa - Learn in Scarborough - St James' Community Arts Centre, Scarborough
19:30 🧙 Quiz Night: Harry Potter Smartphone Quiz Live - The Byways, Scarborough
19:30 🎭 Musical Theatre: Mod Crop - The Musical - Spa Theatre, Scarborough Spa
21:00 🎶 Live Music: Ray Randall - The Station Inn, Whitby

Thu, 29th May

10:00 👶 Family Session: Milkshakes Play & Storytime - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
10:00 & 11:30 💃 Inclusive Fitness: Dance Light - Roscoe Rooms, Scarborough
18:00 🧘 Fitness Class: LoveFit Lite - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
18:00 🎭 Youth Theatre: The Owl & the Pussycat Went To See - Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
19:00 🎱 Games Night: CPFA Free Pool Thursdays - Station Road, Cayton
19:00 🥁 Fitness Class: LoveFit Pound! - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough
19:00 🤘 Alt Music Night: The Rammy Rock Night - The Rammy, Scarborough
19:30 🎭 Musical Theatre: Mod Crop - The Musical - Spa Theatre, Scarborough Spa
20:00 🎶 Live Music: An Evening with Alastair James - The Crescent Lounge, Scarborough
20:00 📱 Quiz Night: Smartphone Quiz - The Station Inn, Whitby
20:30 🎤 Open Mic Night: Merchant Irish Bar - The Merchant Irish Bar, Scarborough
20:30 ❓ Pub Quiz: Quiz Night at Highlander Hotel - Highlander Hotel, Scarborough

Future Events

🎉 Want to see what’s coming up? Our events page has a growing list of future happenings, complete with descriptions and links!

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