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Anton Hoefter of Alpamare, left, with council leader Cllr Derek Bastiman at the top of the Olympic Run
The £14m Alpamare waterpark opened in Scarborough yesterday (28 July). up to half a million visitors a year will use the alpinethemed waterpark, Alpamare hopes. The German company’s chief executive Dr Anton hoefter said contractors had been working “at a phenomenal pace” to get the waterpark opened during the holiday season. It has created around 100 new jobs and is “like nothing ever seen before in this country”, said Dr hoefter. The waterpark features: • the UK’s longest and fastest waterslides, • an indoor wave-pool that erupts every 30 minutes with metre-high waves,
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Grass-roots campaign Mayor’s daughter keeps library open takes her brownies to the town hall Words and photo by Dave Barry
Scalby Wives and library campaigners
Words and photos by Dave Barry The grass-roots campaign to keep Newby & Scalby library open has received a boost from Scalby Wives. The ubiquitous budget cuts looked set to claim another victim until the community launched a fightback. In January, six people became trustees of a charity set up to run and develop the library, which is now maintained by the local parish council. The county council, which wanted to close the library next April, will continue to provide books, equipment, IT support and training. But more volunteers are needed if the bold initiative is to succeed. The opening hours are contingent on people’s generosity with their spare time. The trustees are chair Isobel Nixon, deputy chair Pat Gardner, secretary Lesley Newton, treasurer June Watson, fundraising officer Kelsey Hodgson and assistant treasurer Judy Woodroffe. The library will continue existing services and make its home service a priority. It generates a modest income through fines for the late return of books, DVD hire, photocopying charges, etc. But most of the money needed to run the place will come from government agencies, other community groups such as Scalby Wives and their own fundraising. Scalby Wives, now in their 51st year, raise money for a different charity each year. This year it is the library, for which their coffee evening at St Laurence's Church Rooms raised £501. It was attended by founder member Betty Elliott and Scalby Wives’ new president, Doreen Brooke. n To sign up as a library volunteer or make a donation, send an email to snltrustees@ gmail.com or ring 01609 536602. The library
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archery and various adventures. They recently had a joint sleepover weekend with a brownie unit from Leeds.
The brownies are pictured at the town hall, standing around the civic-seal mosaic in the entrance foyer, with, L-R, assistant leader Mandy Stewart, leader Liz Lowe, the mayor and mayoress - Simon and Val Green, their daughter Becky Martin and unit helper Tia Linton.
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Being the mayor’s daughter has its privileges. When Becky Martin’s dad became mayor in May, she didn’t have to go through the usual channels to arrange a tour of the town hall. Becky is an assistant leader with the 1st Scarborough (Northstead) brownie unit. She asked her dad, Cllr Simon Green, if the brownies could visit the town hall. “We had a really lovely time, learnt lots about the history and what goes on there,” she said. “It was our last meeting of the term, and we went for a meal at Pizza Hut after our visit.” The unit has 13 brownies, although not all of them could attend the tour of the town hall. “We are merging in September with the brownie unit that meet on a Friday, as our brown owl, Liz Lowe, is taking a step back and there are not enough helpers to keep the two units going”, says Becky, who runs the Stained Glass Centre at Killerby, near Cayton. The unit meets at Northstead Methodist hall on Wednesdays, from 6.15pm to 7.30pm. Activities include working towards gaining badges - stargazing being the latest. The brownies go on trips and recently went to PGL, a residential activity centre. Activities included climbing, raft-building,
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Continued from front page “They are being built to optimise fun, to ensure a thrilling ride experience,” says Alpamare. The steepest and fastest, with a drop of 11m, is the Black Run. The Cresta Run, based Alpamare chief on the Cresta toboggan executive Anton Hoefter run in St Moritz, propels riders down the equivalent of a black ski run, head first, on a mat. At 116m long, the family friendly Olympic Run is the longest of the four slides. Pumping 20,900 litres of water a minute, the Snowstorm will send four-person inflatables hurtling down 14m of twists and turns.
To cope with the plunges, the highest slides begin at the top of a 19.5m tower. The waterpark, on the north side of town, covers five hectares, the equivalent of about five football pitches.
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The admission charges are £19 for adults, £15 for children, £60 for families (2+2) and nothing for under-fives. The prices will drop in the winter. The charges allow four hours in the waterpark; extra time costs £1 for half an hour. Although the charges seem high to many Scarborough people, they are in line with the cost of other entertainment which young people and families seem able to afford. For example, the Sea Life Centre costs £18 and Go Ape in Dalby Forest costs £33. Open-air theatre tickets cost up to £41 for
An illustrative map of the Alpamare waterpark
Wet Wet Wet and up to £54 for Noel Gallagher and Bryan Adams. No cash is needed in the waterpark. On arrival, guests receive a wristband which records the arrival time, locks and unlocks lockers and facilitates cash-less payments in the restaurant. Guests settle their account when leaving. The admission prices include four hours’ use of the 300-space carpark. Alpamare will be open 365 days a year, including Christmas Day and new year’s day. The land is owned by Scarborough Council which is leasing it to the developers, Benchmark. A Marstons pub / restaurant, near the road, is due to be completed in the new year.
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Fun in the sun at church Words and photos by Dave Barry
It was called Fun in the Sun but could have been Fun Under the Clouds. However, the rain held off for the duration of the fundraising event at St Mary’s Church. A happy atmosphere prevailed as dozens of children and grown-up children enjoyed themselves with various activities. Animal House Wildlife Welfare let birds of prey including a European eagle owl perch on gauntlet worn by children. The Scarborough charity specialises in
caring for injured and abandoned birds of prey and other wildlife. There was a crockery-smashing stall and a pair of patient police officers allowed youngsters to turn on the siren in their patrol car. Stalls sold plants, jam, chutney, books, works of art and bric a brac. In the church, there was a craft session for children and cream teas for adults. Compèred by Hilary Watts, Fun in the Sun raised £1,000.
Lily Jackson, 5, and her brother Isaac, 4, of St Mary’s Street got a kick out of inadvertently hooking the same plastic duck. But the duck in the bottom right has clearly seen it all before. The hook-a-duck was run by Phoebe Newham, 13
A handler transfers a European eagle owl to the gauntlet worn by Evie Wilkinson, 7, of Overdale in Eastfield
Seven-year-old Matilda Pugh of St Mary’s Walk (centre) burned off a lot of energy on the bouncy castle
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Roald Dahl rules at children’s flowerbeds
The church was nearly full for the service
Bishop licenses new priest in Hunmanby Words and photos by Dave Barry A railway crossing gate that got stuck almost spoiled a church service to welcome a new priest, in Hunmanby. The person in the car whose patience was being tested was the bishop of Hull. The Rt Rev Alison White was on her way to All Saints Church in Hunmanby, where the new priest was to be licensed. She arrived only a few minutes late and quickly changed into her cassock, cope and mitre. She then joined the procession which began the service. Rev Tim Parker was licensed as the priestin-charge of the benefice of Hunmanby with Muston. By coincidence, the churches in both villages bear the same name: All Saints. The church’s website offer a few biographical details. Tim was born in Essex and grew up in Sheffield. He graduated with a geography degree from Manchester University, where he found what he describes as “a living faith in Jesus”. Tim spent a couple of years working at Lee Abbey in Devon before returning to Sheffield to work full-time as an auxiliary nurse at St Luke’s Hospice. He was ordained at Sheffield Cathedral in 1985, after three years at theological college in Nottingham, and spent 27 years in parish ministry in Sheffield, Rotherham, Leeds and Billingham. For the past four years, he has worked as a chaplain at Harrogate Hospital. In recent years, he has developed a keen interest in bird watching and photography. “I am a birder, not a twitcher [which is] a different species altogether”.
The Greek islands have been a favourite holiday destination, especially Kos, where he learned to sail dinghies and catamarans. He likes John Grisham novels and for 40 years has supported Sheffield United, which he says “has helped harden me to failure and disappointment. “Over the last eight years I have delighted in walking the fells of the Lake District in all weathers, staying in my small touring caravan”, says Tim, whose photo on the website shows him at the top of Scafell. “Force of circumstance led me to take up the guitar in 1987 - not for busking I hasten to add, and though not exactly accomplished I can strum a tune and will happily sing too. “My faith in Jesus is at the heart of all I do and I have a keen interest in the Christian healing ministry. I am excited at the prospect of working in the benefice of Hunmanby with Muston and with others in the Scarborough deanery and look forward to sharing with you in making Jesus known and advancing his kingdom”. Tim’s predecessor is Rev Geoff Hatton, who left in April last year. Since then, services have been conducted by retired clergy including Rev Roderick Thorpe. * Rt Rev Alison White is the second woman to be consecrated as a bishop in the Church of England. She is married to Frank White, the assistant bishop of Newcastle. They are the first husband and wife to both be bishops.
Words and photo by Dave Barry Roald Dahl looms large in big, colourful flowerbeds designed by Scarborough children. Three popular Dahl characters - James and the Giant Peach, Fantastic Mr Fox and Esio Trot - provided inspiration for the beds, in the Valley gardens. Celebrating the centenary of Dahl’s birth, the beds were designed by children at three schools. Charleigh Doubtfire of Friarage came up with an imaginative design based on James and the Giant Peach. She was accompanied on a visit to the flowerbeds by her friend, Lindsay Guthrie. Both girls are aged 8. Jessica Tyson, 10, from Overdale School,
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Rev Tim Parker and Rt Rev Alison White, with church wardens at Hunmanby Church
based her winning design on Fantastic Mr Fox. She took her friend Aimee Davis, 10, Barrowcliff pupil Freya Lazenby, 10, won with her Esio Trot design and was joined by her friend Sienna Cunningham, 10. Esio Trot is tortoise backwards. Each year, three schools are invited to enter the competition by organisers Sheila Johnson and Roger Burnett. This year, each school made about 40 entries. Council gardeners do most of the planting and the winning children and their friends help them finish. Team leader Phil Moseley was joined by Pete Moody, Dave Thompson and Les Norman. The mayor and mayoress, Simon and Val Green, presented certificates to the girls.
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Pictured by the nearest bed are, L-R, Janet Jefferson, Sheila Johnson, Roger Burnett, Simon and Val Green, Charleigh Doubtfire and Lindsay Guthrie. Standing by the middle bed are Phil Moseley, Dave Thompson, Aimee Davis and Jessica Tyson. Next to the third bed are Pete Moody, Les Norman, Freya Lazenby and Sienna Cunningham.
A lively, funky jazz band led a 40–voice choir on a conga in the centre of Scarborough. A quarter of Scarborough Community Choir was singing Walking on Sunshine when the Big Licks band launched into a conga. The singers included Georgie Samuels of the Hattones and others from the Rainbow Centre and Graham School, who hadn’t sung in public before. It was called the Big Sing and was part of Coastival’s contribution to the Yorkshire Festival. The programme of music and street theatre included Smoke, featuring a character who billowed smoke from his clothes, by Plunge Boom; and The Lift, a roving theatrical experience that enveloped its audience by using a lift as its centrepiece. It was performed by Wet Picnic.
Georgie Samuels, right, and other choristers Coastival director Wendy Holroyd said: “People love what Coastival brings to Scarborough and really enjoy the February event. “We were delighted to be able to add a bit of extra Coastival magic to Scarborough’s summer with a day of music and offbeat entertainment. “It was great to be a part of the Yorkshire Festival, which presented a really impressive, huge festival of arts – from sculptures to soundscapes and singers to statues, and everything in between”. The Yorkshire Festival was 18 days of music, dance, theatre, visual arts and outdoor performances, at venues across Yorkshire. * A one-minute film of the conga can be seen on YouTube; search for Coastival conga. * The next Coastival event is the Woodend picnic on 7 August.
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The performers pose for a photo before a performance
International theme for show at the Street Words and photo by Dave Barry Adults with learning and physical disabilities have presented a show at the Street in Scarborough. The show took audiences on a musical journey around the world. The performers showcased their talents through singing, dancing, drama and prop making, resulting in two performances to the community. The cast spent six months rehearsing and choreographing the show, which had an international theme. They were members of Creative Day Care, an innovative and alternative provider of projects for adults with learning and physical disabilities. Having recently branched out from Hull, Creative Day Care have brought their service
to Scarborough, focusing on creativity, dance, performing arts, friendships and social integration. Ruth Barr, who is responsible for regional business development with Creative Day Care, said: “We are finding that too many people are unaware of Creative Day Care, finding us only by accident, and with this support it will allow parents and carers to see what is available to their loved ones and clients. “It is also a crucial time as people who would benefit from our service have just left college and want to know what is available.” Creative Day Care are taking on new members for their service which runs Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 3.30pm. n For more information or to book a taster session, ring Ruth on 480033 or email ruthcreativecare@gmail.com.
Art groups display a wealth of talent by Dave Barry An exhibition of artwork by students opens at Scarborough Art Gallery on 16 August.The students have been on courses in ceramics, textiles, crafts, drawing and painting. The courses are run in the Scarborough region by the Workers’ Education Association (WEA). “The exhibition brings together a display of this wonderful work for the first time,” says WEA area organiser Steven Blockley. As part of the WEA’s cultural programme, which includes film studies, singing and art and literature appreciation, this exhibition is a celebration of students’ achievements. It is also an exciting way to promote the next year of courses, starting in September. Course brochures will be available at the gallery. The students clearly enjoy the courses. One says: “We have a good laugh at the art group and have made new friends”. Another says: “Painting is very relaxing and therapeutic.” A A Horse of Many Colours by Michelle Haywood third says: “Doing art broadens your horizons and gives you more confidence.” A fourth adds: “It changes how you see everything – you notice more.” WEA courses are free to people in receipt of most state benefits. A list of courses can be seen at www.wea.org.uk/yorkshumber. Students can enrol online or by ringing 0112 245 3304. The exhibition, entitled A WEAlth of Talent, will run until 11 September and can be seen from 10am-5pm Tuesday to Sunday. A year pass for Scarborough Art Gallery Scarborough Art Gallery cost £3. A Woman in the Landscape by Flora Dixon
Some of the merry fundraisers just before the fair began
Words, photo & alliteration by Dave Barry A spirited group of Filey women had a lot of fun while raising hundreds of pounds for charity. Filey Ladies Monday Club raised just over £700 for Scarborough and Bridlington Motor Neurone Disease Society at its annual summer fair in the Concert Hall at the Evron Centre. “We had a really good morning with a steady flow of people coming in,” says chair Brenda Sweeney. “People had good fun playing Catch our Jerry, Play your cards right, Whiskey Square, Guess the number of sweets in the bottle, stick the map and tombola. “The bottle stall was a huge success, selling out in just over an hour and the cakes flew out of the door from the cake stall. “We had some fantastic raffle prizes from local businesses including the White Lodge, Charlottes, Frothies, San Marco and Filey animal and bird park. It took the town crier half an hour to complete the draw. “We were all really pleased with the turnout and the amount of money we made,” Brenda said. “All the ladies work so hard to make it a success, donating prizes, baking cakes and giving up their time, and I would like to thank all of them for making it run so well.”
Shortly after the club was formed in 1966, members decided they would like to do some fundraising for charity. Club records show that from 1979 to last year, members raised £22,098. Each year, members vote on suggestions for which charity will receive the money raised at the fair. This year they voted for Scarborough and Bridlington Motor Neurone Disease Society. The club has coffee evenings until 5 September, when the opening supper for the new season will be held. On 19 September, the club will present a cheque to a representative of Scarborough and Bridlington Motor Neurone Disease Society. n New members are welcome - ring Brenda on 518280.
Popular Yvonne steps down – at last Words and photo by Dave Barry A charity worker who should have retired in March has finally stepped down. Yvonne Jephson was so committed to her voluntary work for Yorkshire Coast Sight Support that she stayed on when she wanted to leave. Chair Bonnie Purchon said: “Yvonne should have retired in March but offered to stay in post until new staff commenced, due to one of our staff being on long-term sick leave”. Yvonne joined the happy team when it was called Scarborough Blind and Partially Sighted Society, 18 years ago. She had many duties, including helping members in the gym, keeping a database and general secretarial duties. “Each day is different and challenging,” she said. Yvonne helped provide members with a three-course lunch over the past winter and organised volunteer drivers and escorts for a minibus service which picks members up three days a week. Members enjoyed banter with Yvonne. Mrs Purchon said: “We wish Yvonne every happiness in her retirement and hope she can now start to enjoy her time with hubby Chris, who was a volunteer at the centre until recently. We know she likes barge holidays so maybe they will go off down the river into the sunset”.
Popular volunteer Yvonne Jephson, second left, accepts a bouquet of flowers from deputy chair Buff Tappenden-Rowell, right, chair Bonnie Purchon and manager Colin Eastwood (to order photos, ring 353597). Yorkshire Coast Sight Support, based in Dean Road, is looking for new volunteers to help with various tasks. If you have any skill that would help members, then they would love to hear from you. The centre offers an IT suite where you can learn computing at your speed, one-to-one, or in a group. It has a gardening club, where members made hanging baskets this year. “We would like to thank John Womack for all his years of experience in running our gardening department”, Mrs Purchon said. The charity supports people of all ages with sight loss, giving them an opportunity to come together with like-minded people.
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Dear Editor, I know it isn't only my family that has food allergies and intolerance, and that no eating establishment can cater for all. But, little by little, a trickle of understanding is noted - soya milk sometimes, gluten-free batter at the F&C shop (but not sausages). It would just be SO nice to go to the seaside and be able to buy a vegan ice cream with milk-free chocolate stick, or a non-bovine burger in a gluten-free bun, and to have the option of dairy free margarine anywhere in Yorkshire! A steady holiday diet comprised mainly of plain baked potatoes and ice lollies wears thin quickly. Yours faithfully, SA Longden - Scarborough
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Dear Editor Wow, hasn't the Review evolved? From early days when it seemed to be just an advertising paper into this last issue that became a real newspaper. It is so refreshing to read news that is positive and reflects what is really going on in and around Scarborough. Sure, there are problems we live with but with the focus on the positive it can only lift our spirits. The breadth of items covered shows what an amazing place we live in and so many great things happening - so thank you Review and may your good work continue. Ian Marshall Life Coach - The meJma Experience Dear Editor How often do Scarborough town councillors visit the areas they control? The grass verges in Wharfedale, Filey, were cut in the middle of June. The grass was over a foot high. Not all the grass was cut. This is very normal. A week later and the long dead grass is still lying down in huge piles and much is being blown into the gutters. Many residents are unable, due to age, health or the fact they do not have a lawnmower, to cut the grass. The streets look a disgrace. Why do we pay council tax? Many think we shouldn't pay. Money is spent on many things, high salaries being one. We have to pay for having our black dustbins emptied, so why should we have to pay extra? Robert Schofield - Filey
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dear editor Garden to envy Flourishing back gardens are rare in my town centre street. Most rear areas became car spaces or concrete yards, with slight grass strips. In my case, built up by green-fingered relatives, the back garden I inherited flourished too largely for some minds. Note to myself: incompetent, and reluctant, to man the gardening tasks. Matters grew wildly for many years. While most townsfolk, if not too close by, might have stayed neutrally unconcerned: figures equally in favour of this massive overgrowth proved to be cats and birds, daily entering this tangled, enchanting domain. I called it the Matta Grosso, rainforest of Brazil, a place I have been. Up in bushes and trees: thrushes and blackbirds enjoyed perching, nesting, ducking and diving. On the ground, feline sorts prowled dense undergrowth, in their element. More than half a dozen scrawny or fat cats: black, white, ginger, tabby and all sorts roamed this terrain. Maybe strays. More likely from neat nearby homes; bored by prim lawns and prissy flowerbeds. These tense or cool cats slummed it, unashamedly, uninvited, yet welcome in my roughest patch in town. A friend in a local pub said “Patrick, these are not cats, but panthers escaped from zooland”. In fact, one looked bigger than a fox, its head shaped like a jackal’s; given a wide berth by myself. Others strolled, as if owning the place. Fine slits in their green eyes met mine, as if to say: “what is life but a vital urge?” One Monday morning recently, after a weekend occupied by extensive pub-going, I looked out to find that garden gone. Chopped down and sawn away: trees and shrubs cut to stumps and stubble. The off-cut debris left piled high in vast green swathes, like a tossed, angry, green sea after a storm. Previously, somebody adjacent to this property, several times had trimmed growths overhanging walls. Unarranged, but
no great disturbance. Once, I encountered a machete-wielding character inside my garden: maybe thinking the owner absent from this neglected-looking site. He fled, protesting that I should regulate the place. Why? No concern of anyone else. It blocks no light for neighbours, and a back garden is not bound by that, anyway. The thrushes, blackbirds and cats, the ones really on my side, hopefully will come back. We need a deep sense of nature amidst the modern urban world, to remember original forces. A touch of Amazon rainforest at the doorstep, itself decimated by insatiable demands of human consumerism and their inclination to turn everything to a neat small square, found in a trim lawn, a pretty flower-bed, or the screen of a computer or television set. These, gazed at by everyone but myself, who has none. Our garden held no problem, or pollution; nor vermin (too many cats) except for those creepy, nameless sawyers and axemen, invading, here to smash harmless private worlds not fitting into their slanted view how lives behave. Gulls hover near my place, on roofs and posts; keening and swooping. Many ages here living by the sea, but hated by many residents, disliking rough edges of nature. Pigeons and geese found all over this town, also called vermin, need destroying, according to vengeful human voices. All wildlife merits a continuing place. Stray cats and blackbirds, dispossessed by that harsh action: might come back here in time. A surviving piece of wildlife, myself: not fitting in the modern world of noise, speed, motors: mechanical voices telling you to buy paraphernalia, not needed, or follow films and shows crammed in fictional nonsense. I am not really wild about anything in the angry sense, not even at those cowardly unknowns who smashed into this garden: but only pity their petty ways in making their point. Patrick Henry Prospect Road - Scarborough
Cycling septet raise thousands by Dave Barry Seven fit people from Scarborough have raised over £11,500 for a children’s charity by cycling from London to Paris. The septet’s common denominator is the gym at the Crown Spa Hotel, where they work out. They took three days, beginning in Croydon and cycling through the beautiful, rolling countryside of southern England to Dover, where they caught a ferry to Calais. They arrived in Paris the day before the Tour de France passed through and took the
Eurostar train back to Britain. They got home on Monday (25 July). Dean Lilley, Stuart Russell, David Chambers, Kirsty Mills, Stephen Chalmers, Paul Morritt and Paul Marr have each committed to raise at least £1,500. The money they raise will go to Action Medical Research for Children, which helps sick and disabled babies and children. Besides the bike ride, other fundraising included a dinner-dance at the Crown Spa Hotel and a French night at Brompton Forge.
L-R: Paul Marr, Paul Morritt, Dean Lilley, Stuart Russell, Kirsty Mills, David Chambers and Stephen Chalmers
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All aboard for Seafest! Words and photos by Dave Barry A raft of activities with a maritime theme feature at Seafest, starting today (29 July). The usual Seafest fare - live music, cookery demonstrations and fireworks – will this year be complemented by a couple of boats. Free tours of the Royal Navy’s HMS Explorer will be on offer, on the north wharf (near Ask). Based in Hull, the Explorer is an inshore patrol and training craft. Members of the Coble and Keelboat Society will show visitors around a traditional coble fishing boat and offer an insight into 10,000 years of fishing history in the North East. The Maritime Heritage Centre will mount displays of maritime history, with model boats and net-mending demonstrations. Scheduled to play in the music/beer tent are Tonight: Nowhere Now, the Fuzz Junkies and the Sub Gents. Tomorrow: Billy Nielsen, Emma Button, Danny Firth, Tom Watton, Alastair James, the Railroad Hobos, the Rockin' Hillbilly Blues Band, Lottie Holmes, Tom Townsend and Stone Penguin.
Sunday: Frankie Dixon, Jesse Hutchinson, Tony Grimaud and the Baytown Rattlers. Saturday will feature a fireworks display at about 9.30pm. Sunday kicks off with a religious service at 11.15am. Cookery demonstrations will be given in a separate tent by top chefs Harrison Barraclough of the George in Wath, near Ripon; Kathy Breckon of Westcliff primary school in Whitby, voted Britain’s school dinner lady of the year in March; Rob Green, a former national seafood chef of the year and a winning contestant on Britain's Best Dish on ITV; Dan Hargreaves of the Grainary in Harwood Dale; Martin Hyde of Scarborough’s award-winning Eat Me café; Rebecca Palmer and Christian Taylor of the Plough in Scalby; Richard Pawlowski of the Copper Horse in Seamer; cookery student Debbie Raw of Yorkshire Coast College’s Fledglings restaurant; and Steve Swift of Mainprize’s Seafood. Other Seafest attractions include over 35 stalls selling craft and local produce, a face painter and children’s entertainer, pirate
A ukulele show was a big hit last year dance displays Cllr Janet Jefferson, who chairs the Seafest steering group, said: “Seafest is a fantastic maritime celebration for all the family, whether visiting or living at the Yorkshire coast. We’re delighted to have secured so many talented chefs for this year’s Food
Theatre, both established and aspiring, and the sights, sounds and smells of their culinary creations will be a real treat that should not be missed!” n Further information about Seafest 2016 is available at scarboroughseafest.com
Vince Townsend and Rich Hodgson of the Deckchairs on the pier at the 2013 Seafest Railroad Hobos, who play on Saturday
Jesse Hutchinson and Frankie Dixon play on Sunday
The Maritime Heritage Centre display at last year’s Seafest
HMS Explorer
Chef Martin Hyde of Eat Me café
Strawberries on the lawn help trainee doctor in Africa Words and photo by Dave Barry Twenty punnets of strawberries were consumed at an outdoor tea party which raised £651 to support a trainee doctor in Africa. Kath Minghella opened her spacious garden at 37 Hackness Road in Newby to the public. The tea party was organised by Kath’s mother, energetic octogenarian Val Humphreys. The strawberries, doused with a couple of litres of double cream, were supplemented by 100 scones baked by Val and various cakes baked by her friends; all washed down with gallons of tea. Besides Val and her daughters, the other workers included Val’s grandchildren, Alex Minghella and Imogen Chaplin, and friends Rosemary Monsey and Pat McEvoy, who ran a raffle and card stall. Val will send half the proceeds to a charity called Aiding Conservation through Education (Ace). The other half will go towards trainee doctor Denis Musasizi's fifth-year fees at Kampala International University, where he is studying medicine. Val befriended Denis on a nature trip to
Organiser Val Humphreys, back right, with daughters Kath Minghella, left, and Jane Creaser, grandson Alex Minghella, vicar Mike Leigh and a few friends. Uganda in 2010. "Denis was my porter and helped me to climb up to see a family of gorillas,” Val explains. “Ace checked him out for me to see if he was
genuine and from a poverty stricken family,” Val says. “Then I offered to support him through a senior boarding school where Ace send their
most intelligent sponsored children to. He scored very high in his A-levels”. Denis, 25, is now training to be a doctor, with financial help from Val. “Out of 215 students in his year, he and three others were equal top,” says Val, who has returned to Uganda twice to see Denis and meet his family. “He is now in his fifth year studying on a bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery course which takes five and a half years to complete.” Ace, a small charity based in Cornwall, supports nine schools and 5,000 impoverished children in remote areas bordering the national parks in south-west Uganda. It builds classrooms, latrines, water tanks, etc. In one school, a class has 186 pupils and one teacher. “Funds need raising to build more classrooms,” says Val, who has visited all the schools. n The Ace website is at www.ace-charity. org.uk
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Swift Italian wins Summer fair at nursing Cayton’s revived fun run home proves popular Words & photos by Dave Barry
A fleet-footed Italian man won the Cayton fun run, leaving the other 47 entrants in his wake. The 5km race started at the Station Road playing fields, passed through Eastfield and finished at the Star pub, back in Cayton. At the Star, a cup was presented to the winner in memory of the late Cliff Farnaby, who was on the gala committee. The runners included 16-yearold Hannah Bayes, who came 10th in the world duathlon championships in Spain in June.
Hannah was placed fifth in Cayton. Organiser Roberta Swiers said the run was the first of two events which were being revived for the first time in 10 years; the other was the village gala, staged two days later. Roberta, who is a borough councillor for Cayton, chairs the gala committee and Cayton parish council. She said the race had been entered by 48 adults and children. The route was dotted with volunteer marshals and first aiders, she added.
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Hannah Bayes
Scores of people turned out for a summer fair at the Lodge nursing home on Scarborough’s South Cliff. Held every year on the last Saturday of July, the fair is open to the public, residents and their families. Entertainment was provided by Hatton Dancers, Twilight Productions, Magic Mike and Party Time. Snow White, aka Suzanne Zegstroo of Party Time, applied glitter-tattoos to young bodies. Standing in for Bruce Wayne as Batman’s alter ego was Dominic Neale, whose wife Kathleen works at the Lodge. “I did it last year and was asked back,” Dominic said. The fair also featured Animal House Wildlife Welfare, face-painting, a bouncy castle, a barbecue and stalls selling cakes and bric-a-brac.
Lots of local businesses donated raffle prizes including meal vouchers, tickets for shows, gym memberships, hair-dos, teethwhitening and puppy-training. After expenses, the money raised goes into a fund which provides entertainment and trips for residents, said housekeeper and fundraiser Karen Gill.
Jayden Noble, 3, of Scalby Road slowly turns into Spiderman
The runners pose for a photo before the race
After 10 years, village gala returns Words and photos by Dave Barry Cayton Gala has been revived with a flourish, after lying dormant for a decade. A hard-working committee devoted countless hours to reinstating the annual event, at the playing fields in Station Road. Their diligence paid off as hundreds of people attended the gala, on Sunday (24 July). It was opened by borough mayor Simon Green. Performances were given by Twilight Productions, Ann Taylor’s dance school, Yorkshire Coast College students, singer Dave Robinson and Park Resorts. Sport events included fun football, a strongman stand, a skittle alley, bowling, archery, a tug-of-war and a presentation of sports awards. A beat-the-goalie was run by Cayton Corinthians junior football club. Other attractions included bubble football, donkey rides, bouncy castles, a vintage fire engine, an old tractor, a coconut shy using potatoes, a gardening stall and a stall selling children’s knitwear. Cayton Art Club ran a competition and
staged an exhibition of work by members and signed up a few new ones, including some from the new estate on the opposite side of Station Road. Food-wise, there was a competition to bake a chocolate cake, with cash prizes worth £45. Visitors indulged in a chocolate fountain and ate crepes, ice cream and home-made cakes. The gala was sponsored by McCain Foods, Cayton in Bloom, Cayton Playing Fields Association, G Brown, E Brown, the Tow Bar, the Star Inn, Deep Sea Electronics, Dream-On, the Stained Glass Centre, Boyes, Prodfoot, TW Tindall, David Wilson Homes, Raflatac, Cooplands, Morrisons, J&S Leisure and the caravan park and Methodist chapel in Cayton.
Twilight Productions perform at the fair
Ruby Loveland, 10, of Overdale offers pink cupcakes to Lodge resident Margaret Johnson
Snow White, aka Suzanne Zegstroo, applies a blue scorpion glitter-tattoo to the arm of Ryan Prew, 9, of High Garth
Batman Dominic Neale with Bat-son Brandon, 10 Bubble football was a big hit with children
Pete Liley offers archery instruction to Ben Lorains, 6, of Main Street in Cayton
Olivia Brady, 9, of Scalby Avenue with a tawny owl
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Scarborough churches Civic Society talk on help refugees South Riding author by Mike Tyas
A group of nearly 80 refugees came to the seaside for a day out and enjoyed an afternoon tea party hosted by St Mary’s Church. Most of the refugees, who are based in Leeds, have settled in the UK after fleeing from war-torn Syria. Many children and babes in arms were among the coachload who pulled up outside the church on Castle Road. There were also families from Sudan and Eritrea in eastern Africa. And, according to Roger Nyantou, director of refugee organisation RETAS Leeds – Refugee, Education, Training and Advice Service – the seaside air and warm welcome did the trick. He said: ‘This morning when we started out most of them did not have a smile on their faces – but I could see a big difference by the afternoon.’ Roger spoke of the trauma the refugees have recently been through and how different the day in Scarborough was to their recent experiences. He said: ‘All of them have had some terrible stories to tell. ‘Happiness has not been part of their lives recently. But from what I’m hearing, everyone has enjoyed the day. ‘It was a surprise to arrive here in this wonderful church and have this big tea laid on for us. It has been so well organised. ‘Scarborough has made a big difference.’ The refugee’s day to remember was organised by RETAS and a link between Churches Together in Scarborough (CTiS) and its counterpart in Otley, near Leeds. Geoff Bowell, senior pastor at Scarborough Christian Fellowship and a CTiS committee member, explained they had been contacted to help by Jason McCullough, former minister at St Andrews United Reformed Church on South Cliff and chair of CTiS, who now works in Otley. He said: ‘We wanted to show God’s love to those who are new to the UK. We welcome all people and wanted to give them support. ‘A lot of churches in Otley, and our churches in Scarborough with their hospitality, have made this day possible.’
Prior to the party starting, congregation members from those Scarborough churches – Albemarle Baptist; St Peter’s RC; St Mark’s, Newby, Burniston Methodist; Scarborough Christian Fellowship and St Columbia, had arrived with donations of cakes, sandwiches, and biscuits. Large tables were groaning under the weight of so much food. Revd Tina Minett Stevens, Assistant Curate at St Mary’s with Holy Apostles, said they were so glad to help our ‘brothers and sisters’ who are refugees. She said: ‘We were so happy to offer our hospitality to people who have been in the most dreadful of circumstances – fleeing for their lives. ‘For the children, you can’t even begin to imagine what it’s been like for them. ‘We are very, very happy to help out and do our bit on behalf of Churches Together in Scarborough under whose remit this is happening.’ The refugees had earlier enjoyed an afternoon on the beach, playing football, games, singing songs . . . and going for a paddle in the sea. They were all so friendly and grateful for the welcome Scarborough had shown, nominating 10-year-old Syrian youngster Abdul to speak for them. In very good English, and with a huge smile on his face, he said: ‘We have had a good day in Scarborough. ‘From me, my family and friends and all the families here thank you very much - we’ve had a fun day.’ According to the British Red Cross, latest figure suggests there are 126,000 refugees living in the UK. Earlier this year, the Government pledged to resettle 20,000 Syrian refugees by 2020. The refugees are being accepted under the Vulnerable Persons Relocation scheme, announced by former Prime Minister David Cameron in September last year.
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St Mary’s was busy hosting a tea party for refugees
by Dave Barry A talk on South Riding author Winifred Holtby will be given by Robin Horspool at Scarborough library on Tuesday 9 August, at 2.30pm. Holtby (1898-1935) attended Queen Margaret’s School in Scarborough and Sommerville College in Oxford in the 1920s, when it was uncommon for a farmer’s daughter from the Wolds to study at Oxford. In 1931, she was diagnosed with Bright's disease. Her doctor gave her two years to live. Aware of her impending death, Holtby put all her remaining energy into what became her most important book, South Riding. According to her Wikipedia page, “she never married, though she had an unsatisfactory
Winifred Holtby relationship with a man named Harry Pearson, who proposed to her on her Holtby’s book South Riding deathbed”. The talk is being organised by Scarborough Civic Society.
Community centre hunting for new funding Words and photo by Dave Barry The Gallows Close community centre in Barrowcliff, Scarborough, is casting around for new funding. The centre, in Endcliff Crescent, recently completed the three-year Reaching Communities project. Funding was obtained from the national lottery by Tom Mutton of social-enterprise company Groundwork. Now, development worker Kimmie Avison is busy applying for funding from various organisations and has already secured a few grants for summer projects. Tom established and led the Reaching Communities group, comprising directors and community representatives. Three local people were employed to research and develop public events and opportunities. The employees’ work has been supported by volunteers. The current users are Priya Venkatesh’s yoga group, a learning disabilities group called Steps, Mencap, Anthony Prior’s ju-jitsu for adults and young people, the youth club and a playgroup. The centre has been used as a changing room by Sunday football clubs and for football coaching, one-off group sessions and private events such as birthday parties. Coordinator Kimmie Avison, who has brought in many users, has responsibility for developing and managing the centre. This has been supported by the generosity of Cllr Dave Billing, Yorkshire Coast Homes, Sanctuary Housing, Proudfoots, Sainsburys and many individuals giving their time and labour. While continuing with the current provision, there is a plan to develop Gallows Gardens, a project to support ex-servicemen of the community along the lines of Help for Heroes. This will be a fenced garden outside the centre where users can develop
Gallows Close community centre development worker Kimmie Avison, left, is pictured with centre staff and the mayor and mayoress, Simon and Val Green. gardening skills, growing fruit and vegetables and engaging with the young people of the community by sharing their experience and advice. “The centre’s proof of its viability over recent years has encouraged several organisations to make generous donations including those previously mentioned along with Brian Thompson Fencing,” says Jim Martin, who chairs the management committee. Kimmie has produced a varied summer club programme of activities for young people during the six-week school-holiday period. The take-up of places has been high, but there may be places remaining. An end-of-project celebration was attended by the mayor and mayoress, Simon and Val Green, who were impressed by the centre’s achievements and provision for the community. The directors presented Tom with an engraved glass tankard to express their appreciation. n If you would like to volunteer at the centre, hire a room or make a donation towards its work, ring 378102.
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The refugees wave a fond farewell to Scarborough
A young mum and daughter were among the welcome guests
The Lumberjills will be performed by Common Ground Theatre on an outdoor stage in Dalby Forest until Sunday 31 July, at 2pm and 6pm daily. Set during World
War Two, it’s about women who became foresters for the wood the war needed. Park at the forest visitors’ centre. n Tickets cost £15 for adults, £12 for children and £45 for families (2+2).
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Scam Busters The world is a brilliant place, but unfortunately there are a few dodgy characters out there. Don’t worry though, we’ll keep you safer and informed with our regular Scam Busters feature! Relations Manager from an overseas bank or legal official contacts you through email or a letter stating that someone has died and left behind a vast amount of money. The fraudster suggests that you are the beneficiary of the estate, and rather than handing any tax over to the government, you can split the inheritance with the fraudster.
Booking your holiday this month? Read on... If you are searching for last-minute cheap deal on an all-inclusive package holiday, be sure to stay vigilant. Travel booking fraud is a real thing, whereby potential victims are contacted by bogus travel agent companies and pressured into paying upfront for a deal that is too good to be true. Fraudsters will often lure in potential customers with low prices and request payment via direct bank transfer. Never pay for anything like that! No reputable company will ever request this method for payment. You might receive calls, texts, or emails offering holidays at incredibly low prices, so be sure to thoroughly check a company out, book with a known business, and protect yourself whenever possible by paying for your holiday by credit card, as it offers increased protection. If you're paying for something online always remember to look for the ‘https’ and the locked padlock icon in the address bar before entering your payment details, and never feel pressured to make a booking for fear that you will miss out on a ‘low price’ opportunity. Should you make a flight or hotel booking through a travel company, feel free to separately check with the hotel or airline that your booking does indeed exist. If you have been affected by this, or any other scam, report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 123 2040, or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk
The fraudster will emphasise the need for secrecy and warn you not to tell anyone else about the deal. To hurry you into making a hasty decision, they will also stress the need to act quickly. They might ask you to pay various fees such as taxes, legal costs, banking fees etc. so they can release your non-existent inheritance. Each time you make a payment, the fraudsters will come up with a reason why the inheritance cannot be paid out unless you make another payment. You could be a victim of inheritance fraud if: You’ve received an email or letter informing you that someone you may be related to has died without leaving a will. You’ve paid fees to ‘research specialists’ who offer to sell you an estate report that includes information on the inheritance and how you can claim it. If this has happened to you, DO NOT SEND ANYMORE MONEY. End all contact with the potential fraudster and never give over your bank details Although there are legitimate companies who make a living by tracking down heirs, they do not do it in this way. If you are asked for a fee for a report, it is very likely to be bogus. Letters provided by the fraudsters are generally badly written, so look out for spelling mistakes and poor grammar. Beware also if you are asked to contact an email address such as @yahoo or @hotmail. As a rule, legitimate law firms do not use them.
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n As in most cases of fraud, if the promise seems too good to be true, it most probably is. If you have been affected by this fraud or any other scam, report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 123 2040 or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk
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Inheritance fraud is a particular nasty bit of business. It usually occurs when you are told that someone very rich has died and you are in line to receive a huge inheritance from them. A fraudster who claims to be a Business
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Student Ashleigh Johnson, with her univeristy tutor Maddy Redmond.
Student helps offenders get back on track By Louis Blyth-Bristow A young student from the Coventry University Scarborough Campus is making a difference in the community after her hard work earned her a voluntary work placement with young offenders. Ashleigh Johnson, 24, is working with the North Yorkshire Youth Justice Service which helps 10-17 year olds that have been arrested and have no adult present to help them fully understand the situation they are in. “I ensure that the young person understands why they have been arrested, that they know their rights and that the police adhere to Police and Criminal Evidence Act guidelines while the young person is in custody” said Ashleigh. Ashleigh, who is predicted a 2:1 overall grade, is not stopping there with her work as she begins restorative justice training which means that she will then be able to work with the offenders, the offenders
parents and the victims to repair harm and to prevent reoffending. However Ashleigh, a mother of two, would not have been able to provide her services without the help of the university. “The university offers flexibility and means I can still have a family life alongside studying and volunteering,” she said. Ashleigh believes that her future is in the criminal justice system and the head of the university campus, Professor Craig Gaskell, believes that her dream is achievable: “We are delighted to hear that the high quality of study offered at the Coventry University Scarborough Campus has helped Ashleigh secure a work placement that will boost her career prospects. This experience along with what she learns through her studies will prove invaluable when she goes on to apply for jobs in the future”. n Further information regarding Coventry University Scarborough Campus is available at www.coventry.ac.uk/cusc/
Opening hours boost for mental health charity Words and photo by Dave Barry A charity is celebrating after receiving a cash injection that allows it to extend its opening hours. Scarborough Survivors, based on Alma Square, operates the resource centre for people who have mental-health problems, their carers, family and friends. Its doors used to be open for 14 hours each week, from 1pm to 4.30pm on Monday to Thursdays. But they have been increased by more than half, thanks to a £15,000 grant from North Yorkshire County Council’s Stronger Communities programme. “This is great news,” said chief executive Andrea Woolcott. “The grant enables us to employ a part-time co-ordinator as well as extending the times we open. “We regularly ask our service-users for feedback on the work we do on their behalf and they have told us they wanted their centre to be open longer. “Now, thanks to backing from the Stronger Communities programme, we will be able to open five hours a day from Monday to Thursday at 11.30am. And, for the first time, we are also open on Fridays, from 11am1.30pm.” Survivors has operated in Scarborough for more than 20 years. It provides key support, advice and guidance for more than 300 adult service users who have or have had mental health problems.
Besides the County Council, the core funding is from Tees, Esk and Wear Valley Integrated Service and the Scarborough and Ryedale Clinical Commissioning Group. “This is a landmark moment for Survivors,” added Mrs Woolcott, who has been with the organisation for eight years. “Many of our users live alone, so giving them an opportunity to come together for more hours each day can play a big part in reducing feelings of isolation which so often can play a significant role in poor mental health.”
Scarborough Survivors chief executive Andrea Woolcott, right, with coordinator Christine Mackay. (To order photos, ring 353597)
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Cross-country cyclist raises £300 for lifeboat Words and photo by Scarborough RNLI press officer Dave Barry An RNLI crewman has raised over £300 for the charity by cycling 140 miles from Morecambe to Scarborough. Chris Patton, 47, set off from Morecambe, where he lives, and spent the night with friends in Leeds. After sustaining a puncture in Leeds, he completed the journey and arrived at Scarborough’s temporary lifeboat station at about 5pm the next day. He was greeted and thanked by crew members Mark Rawling and Rudi Barman. Chris had raised more than £600 in sponsorship, which he wants to share between the RNLI and a friend’s three-year-old granddaughter, Imogen Diggle, who has had a brain tumour and is going blind. Chris, who has 20 grandchildren, volunteers on Morecambe’s D-class inshore lifeboat and hovercraft. * Scarborough RNLI’s temporary shop has closed. The shop, on the West Pier, had to shut as contractors Bam Nuttall, who are building the new lifeboathouse, are scaling down their compound.
Fundraising cyclist Chris Patton with Scarborough lifeboat crew members Mark Rawling, left, and Rudi Barman The lifeboathouse, which is due to be finished by the end of summer, will contain a new shop. n Local RNLI news and photos are posted frequently on Facebook. Search for Scarborough Lifeboat Station.
How rainforest destruction can affect Scarborough Words by Dave Barry, photo by Mark Vesey Scarborough’s Greenpeace group is joining in a campaign to help save the Amazon rainforest. The Amazon is the planet's largest rainforest, teeming with more wildlife than anywhere else on Earth. It has a quarter of all known land species, including the jaguar, the pink river dolphin, sloths, the world's largest flower, a monkey the size of a toothbrush and a spider the size of a football. The forest supplies 20% of the world’s oxygen and holds 20% of the world’s fresh water. It is home to hundreds of indigenous peoples, some of whom have never been contacted by ‘the outside world’. The Amazon is under threat by plans for a huge dam that would rip through the heart of this beautiful forest, flooding large areas and devastating the homes of indigenous communities and wildlife. The Munduruku, guardians of the Tapajós river for generations, will be the worst affected. They are calling for people around the world to join their fight. They understand the importance of protecting nature for the benefit of everyone. CO2 release in the Amazon leads to climate change in Scarborough, causing more flooding and storms. It could lead to summers of rain and winters of drought, ruining crops and the tourist industry. As the forest is flooded, huge amounts of carbon and methane will be released into the atmosphere, adding to the greenhouse gas levels we so desperately need to prevent. To try and stop this disaster, Greenpeace activists gathered at Siemens headquarters in Germany and Holland to protest against the company’s likely involvement in the São
Luiz do Tapajós dam. Companies like Siemens provide the technology for the dams. Instead, they should stop their involvement and help Brazil develop a future with locally provided, smaller scale and less destructive forms of energy like solar and wind. Greenpeace has been fighting to protect us and our planet from environmental damage for over 40 years. If you would like to know more about the Amazon campaign, or about the local group, see the website www.greenpeace.org.uk or ring Gilbert on 863155. n The group meets at 7.30pm on the first Tuesday of every month, at the Cask pub.
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Food fair offers tasty temptations Words and photos by Dave Barry Scarborough’s pedestrian precinct was enlivened by the first of 11 open-air food fairs. About a dozen stalls sold a broad array of tempting food and drink. A team from Scarborough castle was offering free samples of its country wines, chutneys, etc. Lon Somboon, a young Thai chef who lives in York, was cooking delicious teriyaki / miso vegetables, prawns and chicken, with sticky rice. Lance Underwood of Yorkshire Wold Sausage in Driffield said he had had a busy morning, but that the footfall had tailed off in the afternoon. Co-organiser Andrew Riley of Yorkshire Food Markets (YFM) said: “With Scarborough busy for the summer, the cricket season in full swing and lots of events happening in the town, the food fair is in the ideal location to do some food and drink shopping. “Stallholders were selling the finest food and seasonal goods, helping us make the most of the summer weather”. The fair is one of several food events organised by YFM, which runs similar events in Bedale near Northallerton and Acomb in York. Andrew said: “We would like to thank all our customers for their continued interest in the food fair, and also for the support of Scarborough Council. “Our goal is to create and promote vibrant local food and farmers markets in Yorkshire and beyond, and to make these events into something really exciting and different that attract visitors,” according to the company website. “Our markets showcase the very best of Yorkshire food as well as fantastic produce from outside the region, offering choice, quality and great value too. We make sure you can find a wide range of foods, from everyday essentials to local specialities and luxury items that cater for all tastes and needs. “We firmly believe regular markets should be at the heart of any thriving town centre, encouraging people to buy local where possible, and providing real benefit not just for shoppers but for everyone – stallholders, local producers, businesses and the community as a whole,” the website states.
The food fair returns to Scarborough on 6 and 20 August, 3 and 17 September, 1 and 15 October, 5 and 19 November and 3 and 17 December (all Saturdays), from 9.30am – 4pm. n The fair’s website is at www.themarketmanagers.co.uk.
Lance Underwood of Yorkshire Wold Sausage in Driffield had a busy morning
Young Thai chef Lon Somboon, who lives in York, was at the fair for the first time
Charlotte Hanson of Scarborough castle was selling country wines, chutneys, etc
Veteran musicians team up for charity gig
L-R: Jonty Hartley, Pete Liley, Bob Woodyatt, Graham Trousdale and Pete Jackson are Nearly Famous
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Scarborough Greenpeace member Gilbert Morrey, campaigning in the town centre
Five well-worn old-timers have regrouped to form a new Scarborough band for a charity gig. Nearly Famous is comprised of original members of local bands who were the talk of the town in the 1960s. They are: • Jonty Hartley, singer and guitarist with Jonty and the Strangers, the town’s first rock and roll band in 1960. • Lead guitarist Pete Liley, a member of the
Moonshots and Mandrakes in the 1960s. • Singer Bob Woodyatt and bass guitarist Graham Trousdale, who were in the Incas in the 1960s. • Pete Jackson was drummer in Brave New World in the late 60s and early 70s. The band and DJ Paul Murray will perform for Scarborough Mencap at the Corporation Club on Saturday 20 August, from 7.30pm until 11pm. n Tickets cost £7.50 and can be bought at Record Revivals in Northway.
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Further reactions to tourism survey
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Words and photos by Dave Barry Statistics suggesting that more domestic holidaymakers visit the Yorkshire coast than any other part of the country outside London generated various reactions. A report in the last isuue of the Scarborough Review pointed out that the borough of Scarborough is the second busiest place in England for domestic holiday trips. The figures originated from VisitEngland, formerly the English Tourist Board, which looked at trips made to English towns and cities over a three-year period from 2013-15. Comments included:
Adrian H: I love Scarborough for the variety of everything. There is its long and varied history, from neolithic settlement to WWII. It has societies, clubs, quiet restaurants, quiet pubs, rowdy pubs, bars, nightclubs, a micro-climate (especially on the south side of the castle bank), the sea and clean air. Not being a through stopping place, but at the end of the line, Scarborough seems self-sufficient in most things and a lovely place to live and visit. Many other towns are simply quiet dormitory towns for nearby cities, but Scarborough is not. I did not know Scarborough was second only to London in terms of visitors from other parts of the country. Before the building of the M25 ring road, London had virtually all roads and all railway lines funnelled through it. So it is not surprising that it is number one in terms of visitors as they are often forced into passing through it. Rail transport from London's airports is designed to go through London first, before distributing to Britain's varied destinations. London's visitors would be drastically reduced if London was uprooted and plonked at the end of a road and rail network (as Scarborough is) so people would only go there because they want to go there. I would guess that the statement that "Scarborough is second only to London in terms of visitors from other parts of the country" has been taken from a statistical survey and not from someone's judgement. The statement sounds like an empirical statement, rather than an opinion. Jackie: I love Scarborough for its beautiful scenery and walks. A walk around the bays
Filey beach is different on every occasion, varying with the tides, the weather conditions and the time of year. The views from the Esplanade and above Scalby Mills are stunning. What could be better than a stroll down the glen and around Peasholm, a circuit of the Mere and a trip up Oliver's Mount, or a stroll through the South Cliff gardens to the Spa? I have lived here all of my 60 years and, though I am lucky enough to have travelled to see many scenic places in the world, I always enjoy returning to Scarborough. For the locals are stunning views from lesser known parts of town - anyone been over Johno's field lately? Or through the nature reserve at Harland's Mount, Sandybed? How lucky I am to to live here and be fit enough to enjoy it. The north bay is improving greatly. We may not agree with all the changes but we have to move with the times. I will wait to see the water park finished before passing judgment. I have recently heard visitors say how wonderful the open-air theatre is. Whenever we venture to a city we realise it is usually cheaper to see a show or have a good meal in Scarborough. The south bay arcades obviously appeal to many visitors or they wouldn't keep in business - I just avoid that part of town in the summer. * Johno's field, which has large statues reminiscent of the Easter Island monoliths, can be reached via Gildercliffe in Barrowcliff.
thousands of visitors pass by. I love York and always will. I live on the outskirts of Scarborough looking out to sea from one window and the Yorkshire forest from the other window, lucky really. Pity the weather is so dull with unseasonal east / north winds and sea frets.
Dilys: I love Scarborough though of course some parts (e.g. amusements) are not to my taste. But it has a lot of variety so there is something for almost everyone. I like the coast and parks and Stephen Joseph Theatre. The Spa Orchestra is a big attraction for many. Some people come for surfing.
Rita: In 1963 I visted Scarborough as a London schoolchild. It was a wet, halfday-closing afternoon and I vowed never to return to the most miserable place I had visited. After 17 unexpected years in York, we moved even more unexpectedly to Scarborough in 2010. We think we have the best of everything here and love showing visitors the delights. Two wonderful contrasting bays and wonderful attractions, wonderful walks, wonderful history, wonderful national park, wonderful views, wonderful choice of entertainment, wonderful choice of organisations to join. Oh yes, I changed my mind!
Bog standard: They are probably talking about the 60s when if folk wanted to come to Scarborough for the day they needed to catch a train. If they came by car, by the time they got here it would be time to go back. The A64 would have traffic tailed back to Malton and beyond and the hotels and guest houses, even private houses, were full of visitors. Those were the days when we were second to none.
Susan: My husband and I visited Scarborough three years ago with a group of people, and were completely blown away by almost everything I saw. I was born and bred in London, then lived in a tiny hamlet in stunning countryside in North Devon for nine years and now via a few years in Somerset I live here. Scarborough has more to offer in one town than anywhere I have ever been. I live on the north bay. Whatever the weather, there is something of beauty - surrounded by hills and woodland, two bays with contrasting characters, a good shopping centre with lots of great secondhand shops, Peasholm Park, a harbour and some beautiful squares and buildings. Yes there are down sides – anti-social behaviour, low employment but most places have that. I have been here a year and would not live anywhere else.
Nigel: I don't have a clue why Scarborough is second best to London. The surrounding areas, yes, Yorkshire forests, Yorkshire moors to Whitby (now there's my favourite seaside town, love Whitby) but Scarborough? The south bay is like Blackpool’s north bay – er, no. Chair lift from bottom of north bay to top of cliff near open-air theatre needs revamping or dismantling. And the unsightly yellow water world that's behind time - no. So Scarborough second best - beats me. Mind you, Hull got the city of culture so who am I to comment on people’s judgement? Lol. I was born and bred in god’s city, York, a lovely city with history, narrow streets and now when I visit as a tourist a wonderful place to go for an evening walk through the ancient streets, stopping at the tapas bar for a drink, sat outside watching the many
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Working hard to keep Filey smiley Words and photos by Dave Barry Hard-working Filey in Bloom volunteers enjoyed scorching weather for their annual summer fayre in Crescent Gardens. Visitors browsed around 13 stalls and played games such as ‘splat-the-rat’ and ‘race the pig’. Andrew Stockton and Sheila Johnson sold pots of fuchsia, geranium, mints, variegated buddlea, bunny grasses, begonia, etc. The lovely sunny weather helped swell
the crowds who were entertained by Filey Show Group singers from the bandstand throughout the morning. Chairman Marion Wright was delighted with the event and thanked everyone for their hard work in organising and preparing the fayre. “Filey in Bloom volunteers work tirelessly all year round to keep our town the special place that it is”, she explained. “We hope that when the judges visit in early August, they
The fair had 13 stalls
will be enchanted by it and our efforts to “keep Filey smiley!” All the money raised from fundraising events such as the fayre go towards new projects enhancing Filey.
The volunteers are putting the final touches to the town in readiness for the visit of national Britain in Bloom judges on Wednesday 3 August.
At about the 10th attempt, four-year-old Leah Morris managed to ‘splat-the-rat’ as it fell out of a drainpipe
Andrew Stockton and Sheila Johnson of Filey in Bloom were selling plants
Sealed Knot to lay siege to castle Words by Dave Barry, photos by Rusty Aldwinkle The peace of Scarborough castle will be shattered by the roar of cannons and volleys of musket fire on 6 and 7 August. Drums will roll, swords will clash and officers will bellow orders as the Sealed Knot Society returns to lay siege to the ancient structure. The re-enactment team promise to provide visitors with the sound, taste and smells of an English civil war battle. Trained re-enactors will recreate the siege in which parliamentary forces tried to wrest control of the castle from Sir Hugh Cholmley’s determined royalist garrison, during the civil
war of 1642-46 – the English revolution. The Royalists were bombarded by Roundheads sheltering in St Mary’s Church. Parliament had despatched 2,000 infantry and 600 cavalry for a land and sea assault on the town. They were commanded by Sir John Meldrum, who died from a musket shot. But the castle was easily defended and the most powerful cannon in the land had to be wheeled down the nave of St Mary’s to fire cannonballs weighing 65 pounds at the castle through a big window at the east end of the choir. By the time the five-month siege ended, the town’s main medieval buildings, its Norman castle and parish church, had been
ruined or damaged beyond repair, with much blood spilled in the process. In an entertaining and educational way, the Sealed Knot Society brings to life what life was like during this turbulent period in British history. Spectators will watch demonstrations of military and civilian life at an authentically recreated camp where members will pass on their knowledge of a variety of crafts and trades. The Sealed Knot Society was founded by Brigadier Sir Peter Young in 1968, to promote a book. Nearly half a century later, the group is still going strong and looking forward to celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2018. Visitors who want to take
their interest a step further can either join in for a weekend or sign up as members; check out the recruitment tent. The society’s motto is ‘Love history, live history and relive it with the Sealed Knot’. Other special events at the castle this summer include Hands on History - Go Medieval until 5 August and from 8-12 August, 15-26 August and 30 August – 30 September. The castle is hosting Clash of Knights on 6-7 August and Medieval Life and Times on 27-29 August. Facebook, Twitter and the English Heritage website are the best places to find event details.
A previous siege re-enactment at the castle
An authentically recreated camp
Blues club winds down by Dave Barry
Re-enactors stage a scene from the siege
After eight years, the weekly blues club at the Cask in Scarborough has closed. “We have decided to call it a day for now, for many reasons - the main one being that the
band have been doing it for eight years and think it's time for a break,” said spokesman Peter Dickinson. “We will be doing one-offs, the first one being Thursday 22 September, with Tom Townsend and his band, as part of the jazz festival.”
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bs’ your attention to Mum of two Mya ‘gra grabbing issue. talk about her son’s My son, Shay, is currently going through the lovely stage of grabbing objects and declaring them ‘mine’. In scenes reminiscent of the seagulls in Finding Nemo, I struggle not to giggle at his new found love of declaring things his own, but when he’s playing with other children it’s not so funny. I’ve searched far and wide for advice on what to do when your little one starts to grab, so without further ado, here’s what I’ve learned: • People can often label children who grab as strong willed or selfish, but it’s not always the case. Children who tend to grab can be sweet and thoughtful, and grabbing is often a symptom of tension. • If your little one is a grabber don’t wait until you have to step in to prevent a blow up. It’s best to beat them to the punch. Try and pay attention to his interactions and remain warm and friendly. • When they go to grab something from another child, swoop in and stop their hand before they can grab it. Talk to your child as warmly as you can. Say something like, “That’s Alice’s right now. She’ll be finished with it in a while.” Offer eye contact. • If the child is able to make relaxed eye contact with you, and can decide to move on to something else to play with, he’s okay for now. • If the child squirms, runs away, or has a paddy, stay and reassure them that it will be
their turn soon, and that you will wait with them. They’ll use the limit you’ve set to offload frustration or sadness. There are so many underlying feelings that could be causing his inability to be thoughtful of other children. • Listen to them while they offload their emotions, you should be able to tell what the underlying feelings are. As you listen try and undo the power these feelings have over their behaviour. Reassure your little one that you’re on their side by explaining you will wait with them. After a hearty cry you should see a notable difference in your child’s ability to play nicely. If they didn’t have a proper cry then there may still be some tension to get rid of. Let them finish the job they started with the support of an understanding and thoughtful adult.
Children learn what they live I was introduced to this wonderful poem by Denise Thompson, manager of A Wishing Well Care home - york. If a child lives with criticism he learns to condemn. If a child lives with hostility, he learns to fight. If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy. If a child lives with jealousy, he learns to feel guilty. If a child lives with encouragement, he learns confidence. If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient. If a child lives with praise, he learns to appreciate. If a child lives with fairness, he learns justice. If a child lives with security, he learns to have faith. If a child lives with approval, he learns to like himself. If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, he learns to find love in the world.
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What age range of kids does Pauline Quirke Academy cater for? n Send your answers and contact details to: editor@thescarboroughreview.co.uk or by post to The Scarborough Review, Oak Tree Farm, The Moor, Haxby, York, YO32 2LH. Deadline for entries is 26th August 2016.
Students at Scarborough College receive their IB results
Early IB Diploma Celebrations for Scarborough College By krystal Starkey SCARBOROuGh students were nervously opening envelopes on IB results day at Scarborough College. This year the college is celebrating an average points score equivalent to an A* and two A grades at A Level. An annual July publication date allows IB students to relax over the summer safe in the knowledge that their university places are secure well before the A Level results day in mid-August. IB students study six subjects throughout the two years of the course, rather than only three at A Level, including maths, a foreign language, english and at least one science. Students at Scarborough will be going on to study an eclectic mix of courses ranging from medicine to acting, and from
agriculture to international relations. The headmaster, Charles ellison, commented: "We are all delighted by today's remarkable results which pay testimony to the ceaseless hard work of students and staff. Once again the IB has proven to be an ideal academic platform from which to access the most competitive courses at the most prestigious universities in the UK and beyond. Increasingly, universities are hunting out IB students to make offers to, as they have clearly proven themselves over time to make the most successful undergraduates, not least due to the essence of critical thinking, academic independence and high personal organisation that the IB in stills in all who study it."
Nursery rattled after snake visit By krystal Starkey THeRe wasn’t a hissy fit in sight when children at Kinder Place Day Nursery met a corn snake called Coco, who belongs to one of the children who attends the nursery. Chantelle, Nursery Mananger said: “Some of the kids were excited and some where a little nervous to start off with but soon came round!” The nursery, which is situated in the grounds of Scarborough hospital, regularly enjoys animal encounters. Children have cared for and watched tadpoles grow into frogs and also have three in-house pet stick insects. Chantelle said: “We have learned a lot about caring for the different animals and look forward to some new learning experiences when Pets at home come to visit us.”
The registered day nursery has a provision for 38 children aged 0 to 5 years, and works in partnership with Scarborough hospital to provide flexible and affordable childcare for working parents within the local NhS and community.
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Scarborough Tales It’s an adder! uNCLe Dee was having a day out in Scarborough by himself. He'd just finished a jigsaw of Scarborough harbour and now wanted to see the harbour for real. It was busy, though he could remember the even busier days when many trawlers would come in to unload their catches of fish. He remembered once seeing a huge pile of potatoes at the dock side. Were they being loaded on or taken off the boats? It had been a long time ago and he couldn't remember! But it had been a surprise, potatoes on the harbour side. Little
did he know that he would nearly get an even bigger surprise today at the harbour. Certainly the harbour had seen different times. uncle Dee enjoyed looking at the pictures in the Tunny Club, recording the time when Tunny fishing was at its prime, and visitors from far and wide and overseas came to catch these enormous fish, the tunny. What was happening today? The speed boats were shooting around. The pirate ship was busy. There was the Regal Lady, a pleasure cruiser. Some smaller boats were taking folk for a short fishing trip. The lifeboat was there at the ready. Various sizes of yachts joggled around on the water as the tide was coming in, their bright, white masts pointing to the clear blue sky. Gazing down from above the harbour were the Castle and St. Mary's Church. It was a picture-book sight, just like uncle Dee's jigsaw. Suddenly there was shouting! “It's an adder! It's an adder!” There was a small family group trying to catch some crabs with a line dangled into the sea
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from the harbour side. A crowd had gathered around them. One of the boys in the family had got something! he was excited! “It's an adder!” “What?!” exclaimed uncle Dee. “I've got to see this! An adder, a snake, in the North Sea?” Now, uncle Dee had just that week seen an adder on the North yorkshire Moors, near Levisham. It was on the edge of the footpath in the sunshine. The adder looked peaceful yet its eyes were open, staring as if saying, “hello man walking past! Don't come any nearer or I'll bite you!” An adder gives a sharp and poisonous bite, requiring fairly urgent hospital treatment. uncle Dee indeed kept away, though he admired the beauty of the snake, and took a photograph. The moors was the natural place for an adder, not Scarborough harbour! he moved closer to the family who had called out “It's an adder!”, so he could see for himself. he looked at the end of the crab line. Some one was saying, in a careful, clear voice, “It's a small haddock! Speak properly please!” Whatever it was, it wasn't an adder! Someone called out a joke. “haddock and chips for tea!” “Mmmhh!” thought uncle Dee. “One chip would be bigger than that haddock! But they're having fun, and that's what the seaside holiday is about!”
AN INTRODUCTION TO SCARBOROUGH TALES “Last month's story was complete fiction, and rather silly, though the cliff lifts are an important feature of Scarborough's heritage. Most of my Scarborough Tales are based on true stories. I was walking around the harbour area a few summers ago, and heard this amazing statement, “It's an adder!”, and just had to investigate. Hope you enjoy the story!” Joe
uncle Dee walked on, smiling, past the lobster pots and the stalls where you could buy sea food, crab sticks, shellfish, ice cream, sticks of rock, candy floss, “Oh we do like to be beside the seaside!” It was nearly tea time. Now, what would he have for tea? That's right! Adder and chips! Sorry, haddock and chips, a big one please! Copyright Joecoates 2016 www.northbaytales.com
Sun shines for uniformed youth fayre Words and photos by Dave Barry IT may have clashed with one of the biggest sport events in the country, but that was no reason to miss the uniformed youth fayre at yorkshire Coast College. After all, the crafty organisers had rigged up a tent for tennis fans to watch live TV coverage of the men’s final at Wimbledon. But most people were happy to wander around the stalls and watch the activities, run by Scarborough Scout groups, the Boys Brigade, Westborough Guides and Whitby Sea Scouts. Among the coconut shies, bouncy castles and greasy poles were stalls selling books, brica-brac and all sorts of edibles: freshly baked doughnuts, strawberries and cream, burgers, cake and buns. “you could delve into slime or beat the goalie,” said the scouter-in-charge, Ann Green. In the central arena, Beavers ran an obstacle course which involved crawling under camouflage netting, balancing an egg on a
spoon while walking, jumping along in a sack and taking a shot at a small goal. The Cub Scouts had an It's a Knockout competition. The Scouts ran an assault course, scrambling under the netting and over and under obstacles. And the explorer Scouts held a tug-of-war contest. “There was some doubt as to the age of one contestant, who looked a lot like the Graham 37th Scout leader,” said Ann. The mountain rescue team took their expensive new ambulance for people to explore, turning on its lights and sirens. The fire service took a 15-ton turntable ladder and 17-ton fire engine but decided the ground was too soft to risk taking them onto the field. The fayre was opened by town crier David Birdsall, whose bell and cries could be heard far and wide. Ann said: “The sun shone, mostly, and we all had a really lovely and profitable fun and fundraising day.”
The fayre was opened by town crier David Birdsall
The fayre was blessed with good weather
Theo Dickinson, 7, emerges from camouflage netting to balance an egg on a spoon, jump along in a sack and take a shot at a goal
Scarborough Scouts district secretary Angela Mckie, district cub scouts leader Colin Adamson and Ann Green of the active support group
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Introducing a new column looking at folklore, local history and the natural world, written for Scarborough Review by Heather Elvidge of Muston.
The herring fleet fills the South Bay in 1897 FOR pupils August means holidays, the glorious annual release from school routine. For the holiday industry it’s make-or-break time. For farmers this is a harvest month, when the fate of a whole year’s work is decided. August is when we see those large colourful butterflies — red admiral, peacock, small tortoiseshell, and comma. It’s also when hot, humid air can collide with cool air, and the weather god sends his thunderbolts to remind us who’s in charge. Funnily enough, our forebears were more worried about thunder than lightning. Lightning might make a tree explode or bring down the church steeple, but thunder could top that. In the days before refrigeration it turned beer and milk sour. To protect beer it was essential to lay some iron on top of the barrels, because the metal was well known to repel evil powers. In the dairy, thunderstones were kept on windowsills to prevent milk from souring. Thunderstones were fossils such as dartshaped belemnites, or fossil sea urchins known as fairy loaves. Thought to be the remnants of thunderbolts that had buried themselves in the ground, they worked on the belief that lightning doesn’t strike the same place twice. In August, swallows and martins are still with us. These summer visitors have always been welcome as bringers of good fortune to the homes and barns where they nest. On warm mornings swallows gather on gutters or telephone wires, where they twitter and preen. The youngsters are easy to pick out, because they have yet to grow long tail streamers like their parents. The swallows will also be there if it’s raining, flicking wings and ruffling feathers as they enjoy an impromptu shower. On a fine evening it’s pleasant to linger in the twilight, as the night watch of garden moths takes over from the butterflies. We could even catch a shooting star this month, clouds and streetlights permitting, in the nights leading up to the annual Perseid shower. These fast, bright meteors may be seen anywhere in the sky, but to enjoy them at their peak we’ll need to be out in the early hours of August 11,12, or 13. Because they appear around the saint’s feast
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day, the Perseids used to be called the Fiery Tears of St Lawrence. Our forebears were not as thrilled as we are to see tiny fireballs streaking the sky. Falling stars warned of a death in the family, or some other calamity. even in the 19th century pointing at stars was still thought to be tempting fate. August 15 used to be a big day for fairs, especially in Scarborough. It was the opening day of the great medieval fair first held in 1253. Scarborough Fair was extra long — it ended at Michaelmas on September 29 — because this was the herring season. huge shoals of the migrating fish appeared off the coast in August and September, a bonanza for boats from english and Scottish ports. The catch was landed at the nearest port, where the fish were gutted and then preserved by salting or pickling. During Scarborough Fair stalls and barrels were set out on the South Bay foreshore, attracting merchants from Flanders, France, Norway and Germany. But by the 16th century the heyday of the fair was over. It was last held in 1788, by which time the town was developing a new trade. Affluent visitors were coming to sample the Spa’s medicinal waters. Shades or sou’wester So far it’s been an unsettled summer, and not only because of the weather. Now peak holiday time is here, dare we hope for better things? While a prolonged heatwave seems unlikely, folklore says the outlook’s not too bad. On the coast St Swithin brought only a shower, and that doesn’t count — for the infamous prophesy to come true there has to be proper rain. So, some sunshine, some rain, looks to be the recipe for August: as with so much else, we’ll have to make the best of it.
Small tortoiseshells and a red admiral feeding on buddleia
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Muck & Magic IF there is one question that the Muck and Magic gardeners are asked more than any other it would be " why won't my wisteria flower" and " how do I prune it properly? Well, there seems to be a lot of mystique about caring for these beautiful plants but really it's quite straight forward and August is the month when you can get busy training the shots to produce lovely blossoms next spring. Wistaria are pruned twice a year in August and February, not only to keep the plant under control but to initiate and improve flower displays. With a sharp pair of secateurs cut back whippy shoots to 5 or 6 leaves allowing the sun to ripen the remaining wood. In February, cut back the same shoots again to 2 or 3 buds. The new growth will carry the flowers you are longing for! Don't forget that if your Wistaria is on the house wall or its roots are under the patio it will need regular watering to help swell those buds. Probably the second most asked gardening question is "why won't my camellia flower?" The answer, once again, lies in the watering and this is a crucial time to get it right. Camellias and rhododendrons form their flower buds at this time of the year and if there is insufficient water at the roots now, those flower buds will struggle to produce blooms next spring. So, plenty of water is the key. Rainwater is always best but any recycled "grey" water will be just fine so long as it doesn't have any added bleach. Still on a watering theme, don't forget that hanging baskets and boxes need watering every day even in the rain to keep them looking pristine. In the muck and magic green house we are just starting to take geranium and
pelargonium cuttings in order to have a good sturdy plant to take through the winter and also as an insurance in case we lose the parent plant in bad weather. Once again, they are very easy to root, even on a kitchen window sills so why not have a go. Put 4 or 5 cuttings around the edge of a pot filled with moist but not wet cuttings compost. If they look like they are wilting initially pop a plastic bag over the pot to create a mini green house effect and you will have rooted cuttings in about two weeks. Finally, one of the best jobs of all in August is cutting sweet peas and bringing them indoors to fill the house with summer fragrance. The more you cut the more flowers will form lasting well into late summer. There really isn't a better treat than burying your nose in a vase of sweet peas and drinking in that glorious aroma. enjoy the lovely summer evenings in your garden when it's warm enough to sit out with a glass of something special and admire your handiwork.
Happy gardening from the Muck and Magic Team.
Scarborough Strata Words by Roger Osborne, photos by Dave Barry Let’s face it folks, the yorkshire coast is the best place in the world for quite a few things. The best fish and chips, the best weather, the best sandcastles and, beyond doubt, the best rocks and fossils. Due to a peculiar quirk of nature (the earth was obviously designed by a yorkshire woman) the rocks of the coast slope gently southwards, so that in a 70-mile stroll from Saltburn to Flamborough it is possible to take in 120 million years of earth history. yes, time travel is here already. Not only that, but those 120 million years cover the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods – the time when dinosaurs roamed the earth, and when the seas were home to giant ichthyosaurs, plesiosaurs, ammonites and coral reefs. If that wasn’t enough, the changing conditions during the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods are reflected in the rocks and fossils along this beautiful coast. So, in the north around Staithes, Whitby and Saltwick, deep-sea creatures are preserved in dark shales; around Scalby Mills and Scarborough, there are plant fossil and footprints left by dinosaurs in mudbanks. Further south we’re back to fossil sea creatures like ammonites, gastropods and corals. Add in the contrast between towering cliffs
and sandy bays, and the fascinating remains of the alum, jet and iron industries and you have what amounts to a natural geological theme park. Lots of people – visitors and residents – are waking up to the natural treasures on their doorstep and the yorkshire coast is getting more widely known for its rocks and fossils. I know because I’ve been drafted in to help cope with the huge demand for fossil trips with Hidden Horizons. We always find lots of fascinating remains and it sure beats sitting at home. So don’t miss out, get to the website and start doing some yorkshire time travel. * Roger Osborne is the author of The Dinosaur Coast and Beach Finds on the yorkshire Coast. n Fossil trips are available at www. hiddenhorizons.co.uk.
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There when you need ‘em We take a look behind the scenes at Scarborough Hospital. Although today a part of the York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Scarborough Hospital has been taking care of the town’s sick and injured since back before there even was a NHS. The second largest hospital in the Trust, Scarborough is well equipped to deal with pretty much anything you could throw at it, as well as
having it’s own childcare centre. With so much going on there, we’ve picked out a few good news stories to keep you updated on the latest happenings. n To find out more about the facilities at the hospital, call 01723 368111. However, if its an emergency, call 999!
New home for cardio unit From the other side... The Cardio Respiratory Team at Scarborough Hospital has moved into a new purpose built home next to the Coronary Care Unit. An 18 month project has transformed former offices into a modern clinical unit which provides a purpose built environment to deliver diagnostic tests and therapies for patients with heart and lung disorders. The completed Cardio Respiratory Unit now boasts purpose built heart scanning rooms, a clinical exercise laboratory, and pacemaker and consultation rooms. The £52,000 project was made possible thanks to funding from the Scarborough League of Friends who donated £10,000, and the Trust’s Charitable Funds
Committee, and it will benefit over 9500 patients a year. Sue Symington, Chair of York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, said: “The Trust recognised that a new purpose built unit was needed to enable us to continue to deliver high quality care and to meet the demands of today’s healthcare service. The new unit provides a much improved experience for patients and relatives attending the department, as well as for staff delivering the care, enabling them to provide treatment in a comfortable and spacious environment with improved privacy and dignity.”
One person who knows all too well how great the care at Scarborough Hospital is Avril Metcalfe, Ward Clarke at the hospital. In 2015 Avril suffered life threatening injuries when she fell off her horse, rupturing her spleen, breaking ribs, and requiring emergency surgery at the very hospital where she works. To say thank you, and to continue with her recovery process, Avril has signed up to take part in the Great North Run this September, in aid of York Teaching Hospital Charity. Avril said: “Having been on the receiving end of the wonderful treatment from the surgical team and staff on the wards, I would like to say thank you and give something back. After returning to work two months later, I joined the Walk to Run group at Scarborough Athletics Club and I have made amazing progress, so much so that I’m now ready for a bigger challenge.” “I was in hospital for a week with my injuries and during that time I saw a few extras that would make such a difference the experience that patients have. Working at the hospital, I often see the team who were on call the night I was rushed in; I
“I would like to say thank you and give something back.”
would like to be able to raise funds to buy new equipment that will allow them to provide the best care and to make patients stay more comfortable.” York Teaching Hospital Charity has just nine places left for the Great North Run this year, so if you fancy joining Team YTHC and supporting your local hospital, then please call 01723 236210 or email charity.fundrasing@york.nhs.uk Further details can be found at www.york.nhs.uk/ fundraisingevents
Darts team donate £300 Ambling along nicely If you think that the money you donate to the hospital will get swallowed up in administration, and never actually directly benefit the patients, think again. Seamer
Sports Ladies Darts Team discovered just that, after kindly donated their £300 winners from a local tournament to the hospital. One of the teams’ players had used the services a few years previously and was so thankful for the care she received. The money has purchased two Portable DVD players, along with a selection of DVDs, for patients to watch whilst they receive treatment. Chemotherapy Nurse Specialist Cherry Pye said “The DVD Players are very useful as patients and their families can use them to view the pre-assessment information DVD about their treatment. But it also allows the patient to relax whilst watching a film, which can help them to cope better with the experience of chemotherapy”. So there you go – give money, and you’ll immediately start helping those who need it.
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What happens when you need medical help, but know you wouldn’t have to take up a bed in the Emergency Department? You need ambulatory care. The ambulatory care service is aimed at patients that require acute medical assessment but don’t necessarily need admission to a hospital bed. It has operated as part of the Emergency Department at Scarborough Hospital for several years, but a new unit has opened out the service to more patients with a wider variety of complaints. Matron Tracey Wright said: “Ambulatory care has provided a valuable service helping to relieve the pressure on the Accident and Emergency Department for a number of years. It allows for more beds to be available for patients who need a hospital stay. Now with a purpose built unit we can continue to develop the service for patients with conditions such as seizures, asthma, or abnormal blood conditions. It frees up even more bed space.”
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Scarborough Hospital welcomes bereavement officer Bereavement Officer, Carol South, has been appointed to the new bereavement services suite at Scarborough hospital. The suite provides a supportive space and offers practical help and advice to people at a difficult time. The Bereavement Services Suite is located through the North entrance and is open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
Double the help People affected by cancer in Scarborough are now benefiting from some great new facilities. Thanks to the york Teaching hospital Charity a newly refurbished Cancer Information and Support Service now exists in the hospital. Supporting patients and families affected by cancer, it is located to the right of the main entrance area. Jane Archer, Cancer Care Centre Manager, said: “We are delighted with the centre’s makeover. The service provides somewhere
for people to talk, to access information, and to receive help on issues such as finance and benefits – all in one place. The Citizens’ Advice Bureau continues to hold its welfare support service in the unit each Friday by appointment, and we now have the services of a hospital hairdresser who provides a hair loss service.” n To find out more about the centre, call 01723 342606.
Scarborough hospital has recently doubled the number of patients it can cater to who are suffering with kidneys stones, following the purchase of new state of the art equipment. Two new digital flexible ureterorenoscopes (yeah, that word threw us, too!), costing £55,000, were acquired for the hospital’s urology service – and it was all thanks to generous donations from grateful patients. The equipment makes procedures much quicker as it allows clear visualisation of the inside of kidneys with excellent picture resolution. This means that even small
kidney stones or tumours can be identified and treated with lasers. urology Consultant, Richard Khafagy, said: “This new equipment adds to the existing two scopes that we are already using, effectively doubling the operating capacity for the stone service for the yorkshire Coast. This means that we are ideally placed to meet an increasing demand for this type of surgery.” The charity’s Fundraising Officer, Maya Richardson, said “We are so grateful to our supporters. Their generosity has made a huge difference for patients who need urology treatment.”
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Early help for arrivals Giving birth to a premature baby can be a worrying and stressful time for all. Here are a few facts that might help new mums and dads.
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Probably the most important thing a new born baby needs, regardless of how early they might have been born, is skin-to-skin contact with mum. The feel of your warm skin, as well as the sound of your voice and heartbeat, will be very comforting to them, having just spent the first few months of existence inside of you. The medical team will make sure this occurs whenever possible. One in every 13 babies is born early, arriving before the 34th week of pregnancy. Sometimes, due to the fact that the baby has not yet fully developed, special care needs to be administered in order to help them make it through the first few difficult weeks. Here is what you might encounter:
Incubators
Although they look like strange and cold plastic boxes, incubators are often necessary to keep a premature baby as warm as they were inside the womb. Some are open-topped, allowing you to touch and stroke your baby, while others might have openings on the side.
Wires and tubes
Often, especially if the premature baby has been born early due to an illness, medical staff might have to attach wires and sensors to the baby's little body. These are usually to monitor vitals and don't hurt the baby at all, and often a feeding tube is inserting down their nose and into their stomachs, for expressed milk to pass down. Again, this doesn't hurt them.
Jaundice
Many early-born babies suffer from jaundice as their livers are not yet fully formed. Often light therapy will be used to help with this, where a bright light is positioned over your baby's body to break down the chemical that causes jaundice. Often doctors will place a small mask over the baby's eyes to shield them from the bright light, and if the baby is sleeping it will never be problem. n To find out more about the care that premature babies often require, visit www. nhs.uk and search for 'pregnancy'.
A kinder place indeed Scarborough Hospital is lucky enough to have an on-site nursery, perfect for both the children of hospital staff, and of patients. We found out more about it. Leaving your child at a nursery is always going to be a hard decision to make. Fortunately we know of a place that emphasises a kinder way of being with children – and, you know, it’s in the grounds of a hospital, so that’s pretty reassuring! Kinder Place Nursery is committed to working with parents and kids to offer exciting and happy experiences for all, based on the needs and interests of each and every individual. Kinder Place is all about offering an environment which will inspire children to learn and develop, and the open plan layout creates a family-friendly feel where children are free to explore and embark on their own adventures in a safe, friendly, and supportive (kinder) place. The nursery has space for 38 children, aged from new born bairns to five year olds. Situated in the grounds of Scarborough
hospital, the nursery works in partnership with york hospitals Foundation Trust to provide flexible and affordable child care for parents working within the local NhS and also for those from the general community. This means that as well as the doctors, nurses, and staff knowing that their children are being taken care of near to their place of work, Kinder Place is a major benefit to patients having to spend lots of time in the hospital on a regular basis, reducing the stress and worry (and costs) for all! n Find out more about kinder Place at www.kinderplace.co.uk
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War diaries of a passage to India published by Dave Barry The diaries of a Scarborough hotelier’s time in India during the Second World War have been published. War Diary describes the experiences, thoughts and aspirations of Harry Gallon, who enlisted in the RAF and was posted to India. Harry and his colleagues filled limited personal time with numerous social activities, including music, photography, art, concert parties, discussion groups, sports, hiking, visits and religion. He kept a weekly diary which spans two and a half years in India and has just been published, 75 years after the events it describes. The diaries were transcribed by Janet Cammish Rowntree and published by local firm Farthings Publishing. The foreword was written by Harry’s daughter Elisabeth Pobgee, who died in June. She wrote: “My father, along with thousands of others during World War Two, was separated from his wife and children to fight for his king and country. “Little more than a toddler at the time, I have no clear recollection of my father’s leavetaking from our Scarborough home. All I knew was that my tall, handsome, loving daddy had gone away, leaving a gaping hole in the lives of his loved ones which no-one else could fill. “I knew little about him at the time. How could I? I might never have known him at all had he not, in his wisdom, kept a record of his thoughts and feelings during the long
years of our separation whilst he served in India. It was a country he learned to love and know well during his RAF days, thousands of miles from home,” wrote Elisabeth, who was known as Libby to friends. “Years later, reading my father’s diaries, I realised the depth and quality of his intellect; his dexterity with words. He was by no means educated by today’s standards, having left school at 14. He nevertheless possessed a mastery over words which came to him as naturally as breathing, allied to a kind of spiritual grace, an awareness of beauty and a power of self-expression, far beyond the scope of an Oxford graduate.” Harry was born in 1906 in Scarborough, where he died in 1984. He enlisted in 1940 or 1941, before being called up. He was promoted to corporal and, in 1943, drafted to India to work in RAF communications. He was demobbed in 1945, after the war ended. He became manager of two hotels in his home town, the Wessex Court and the Palm Court, which he eventually bought. He was an active member of the Lions Club and attended St Mary’s Church. One of Harry’s diaries
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News in Brief Ayton Art Club’s ever-popular annual art exhibition and sale opens at the village hall at 11am on Saturday 30 July. It can be seen from 10am to 8pm until Sunday 7 August. It
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will close at 5.30pm on the last day. “Entry is free, there is adequate free car parking and light refreshments are available”, says Derek Latham, on behalf of the club.
Organist in Lebberston by Dave Barry
The resident organist at Pipes in the Peaks will play for Scarborough Electronic Organ Society, on bank-holiday Monday, 29 August. Stephen Foulkes will play Allen and Wurlitzer theatre organs. Other guests booked to play for the society are Ian House (19 Sep), Martin Atterbury (17 Oct), Chris Powell (14 Nov) and Jon Taylor (12 Dec). Concerts begin at 7.30pm and are held at Scarborough Fair Collection at the Flower of May holiday park near Lebberston. Admission costs £7. n For details, ring 369862 or 07920 157393.
Raffle winners by Dave Barry
A raffle has raised £1,197 for Newby and Scalby in Bloom. Organiser Sue Groom said: “Thank you to everyone who has supported us by buying tickets, to our sponsors, Clock Handyman and Bibelot Bee, and to everyone who donated prizes”. The winners were Mrs Crosier (£100 cash), Mrs Campbell (spa day for two with afternoon tea), Sherrie & Ian (Sunday lunch for four at the Nags Head), Mrs King (gardener’s hamper), Patricia (lunch for two and match tickets at the rugby club), Emma (a two-hour driving lesson), Stacey (six months membership of Barons Health
Centre/Gym), Mrs Sutcliffe (hot stone massage by Thomas Gillon), Lois (wine and chocolate hamper), Ralph Morley (Sunday lunch at the Three Jolly Sailors), Mr Haldenby (Sunday lunch at the Ivanhoe), Scarlett Arnison (canvas print by Kodak Photostudio), Charlie Tipple (£20 Proudfoot’s voucher), Mrs Rogers (cut and blow dry at Joanna's Hair Studio), Kevin (Cranium Game), Jacky Johnson (necklace by Elaine), Zoe (afternoon tea at Daisy Tea Rooms), Rita Leaman (Name a Star gift box), James O (wine and chocolate hamper), Sammie Cook (LED Dancing Flame Candle) and Natalie Smith (Gelish Nails at Headstart).
Shindig festival The book cover
Scarborough Shindig beer festival takes place from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 August at Redcliffe Farm near Lebberston. It will feature stilt walkers, fire eaters, tribal drummers
and live music from Kate Chruscicka, Stray Scene, One Track Mind and the child-friendly Sex Pistols Experience.
Show in Ravenscar The 32nd annual Staintondale, Ravenscar and district show is at the village hall in Ravenscar on Sunday 14 August, from 2pm. A children’s fancy-dress contest will be
Harry Gallon
judged at 3pm. Admission costs £1 for adults and is free to under-15s. The proceeds will help pay for new gates at St John the Baptist Church in Staintondale.
Harry’s RAF identity card
Beer, cider and arts festival Words by beer correspondent Dave Barry
Mr and Mrs Lund, owners of the Palm Court Hotel, with staff including Harry (back, third right) in 1954
The Scarborough branch of the Campaign for Real Ale, or Camra, is holding its first real ale, cider and arts festival in the autumn. It will be at the old parcel sorting office at the railway station from 13-15 October, from noon until 10.30pm. It is being organised in conjunction with the Diary entries from June 1941
Campaign for Real Art. Sixty real ales, including some of the best brewed locally, will be available. Fifteen will be dispensed by hand pumps and 45 by gravity, direct from the cask. Fifteen real ciders will be available. Lined glasses should ensure that customers receive full measures.
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Rugby Club’s annual reunion
by Dave Barry
Scarborough Rugby Union Club celebrates its 90th birthday with its 12th annual reunion, at the club on 2 September. It will begin at 6.30pm with a short service in the club’s remembrance garden, conducted by Rev Mike Leigh. This be followed by a touch-rugby tournament between teams from the various sections of the club, says one of the organisers, Barry Beanland.
At 9pm, a presentation of the first XV shirts for the forthcoming season will be made by a squad of players from the 1960s. Ties will be presented to those who have reached the grand age of 75 and a trophy will be given to the winners of the touch tournament. All past and present players, members, supporters, friends and partners are welcome on the night. Food and a late bar will be available.
Self Referral for weight loss in Scarborough By Krystal Starkey AN ADULT weight management service in Scarborough is now available on a 'selfreferral' basis, giving more local people the opportunity to seek professional advice on losing weight and improving their health and wellbeing. The service, which was launched in November 2015, aims to help those who are overweight, obese or at high risk of obesity to live a healthier lifestyle. The service was only
accessible to those that have been referred by their GP when it first launched last year, but is now also available via 'self-referral'. The scheme is funded by North Yorkshire County Council and is operated by sports and leisure operator, Everyone Active, in partnership with Scarborough Borough Council. n For further information on the Adult Weight Management Service in Scarborough or to enrol, please contact Martin Russell on 07802871534
Yes and No game a hit! By Krystal Starkey
Back row from left: contestants Clive roe, Colin Hogg , Lee Thomson, and Radio Scarborough’s Steve Asker Front from left: Mark Sinclair presenting cheque to Financial Director Alan Decan, and station manager, Richard Pearson.
A LOCAL DJ has raised £80 to go to Scarborough Radio. Mark Sinclair, who has a show on the station, got guests to participate in an air game show called Yes and No where guests had to answer questions without saying either word. The station runs off donations so every little bit of money helps. The winner of the game was Clive Roe who lasted one minute and 52 seconds. Mark said: “When I was working on cruise ships I used to get actors/singers politicians, all around the world to try and do the challenge, and it was remarkable to see how many really talented people would not last more than 20 seconds. It was great fun to do and another way of fundraising for Radio Scarborough”
New students to get £500 bursary at Scarborough Campus By Krystal Starkey SEPTEMBER starters at Coventry University Scarborough Campus are to be offered a £500 cash bursary to celebrate the completion of its new £14 million facility. Full-time degree, HND and HNC students enrolling at Coventry University Scarborough Campus in September will be eligible. The three-storey university building will include engineering and science labs, a mock law court, social space, a library, IT suites, a cafe and a wide range of classrooms and learning spaces.
Professor Craig Gaskell, Provost of Coventry University Scarborough Campus, said: “We have watched as our new bespoke campus has taken shape and are thrilled to see it nearing completion ready for the new academic year in September. “This will mark a very special occasion in the history of Coventry University Group in Scarborough and I’m sure our new students will appreciate the gesture as they embark on their studies with us. n For further information visit www. coventry.ac.uk/cusc/
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SCARBOROUGH WALKING FOOTBALL The walking football team are always happy to welcome new members. Women’s Walking Football runs on Monday’s from 9.10am until 10am and is led by Vanessa. The Gentlemen’s Walking Football is led by Jim and runs on Wednesdays from 9.30am until 10.30am. Call 01723 362922 for more information. n The sessions take place at Scarborough Rugby Club, Scalby Road and cost £2.
this group is open to all abilities. You can join whether you’re interested in competing at national standard or just want to join for fitness. n Visit www.scarboroughac.co.uk
Scarborough Model Yacht Club A thriving, active and organised club with members of all age groups. They sail at Wykeham Lakes on club days, Tuesdays & Saturdays, from 10 am. New members, beginners or skilled, are very welcome. n For more information & contact details, see: www.scarboroughmyc.uk
Quay Scrabble Group The scrabble club meets every Monday evening to play several games of scrabble together. Newcomers and visitors are welcome. Entrance in £2, including tea, coffee and biscuits. 6.30pm, Sewerby Methodist Church. n For more information call 01262 409718.
Scarborough RAMBLING CLUB There are two group rambles organised on most Sundays during the year. There is a short walk (between 5-9 miles) and a long walk (between 10-14 miles) on offer. Occasional short walks on Thursday evenings are also arranged. n www.scarboroughramblingclub.co.uk
The Scarborough Writers Circle Do you enjoy writing? This group offers encouragement for writers both old and new. Monthly meetings are held on Tuesday Evenings at Scarborough Library on Vernon Road. n www.scarboroughwriterscircle.com
Scarborough & District Canoe Club A friendly local based canoe and kayaking club welcoming everyone who wants to try canoeing and kayaking. So come along. GIVE IT A GO!! We are out on the sea and rivers throughout the year, run pool sessions in the winter, and lake sessions in the summer, for anyone wanting to have a go, either absolute beginners or experienced paddlers, all are welcome. n Visit www.scarboroughcanoeclub.org.uk for more information
Scarborough Art Society Demonstrations from professional artists take place in monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of every month at 7.00pm, at the Methodist Central Hall on Queen Street. n www.scarboroughartsociety.co.uk
Scarborough Photographic Society Meetings are held weekly on Wednesdays, between September and Easter. The meetings include presentations, competitions and practical sessions with all abilities are welcome. n scarboroughphotographicsociety.com
Scarborough Paragon Cycling Club This cycling club is open to all ages and abilities. Join if you are interested in improving fitness with regular social riding and time trials. n Visit www.spcc.org.uk
Tai Chi Classes Classes Held every Tuesday at 10am and 7pm and every Thursday at 1.30pm with beginners welcome. n www.theartsworkshops.co.uk
Scarborough Birders Interested in bird watching? Scarborough birders offers a network and a voice for people in the Scarborough area who are interested in wild birds. Meetings are held monthly. n www.scarboroughbirding.co.uk
Scarborough Athletics Club For people interested in athletics such as track and field, running and cross country,
Scarborough Chess Club Currently playing at the North Riding Hotel in North Marine Road, Scarborough. Club nights are every Tuesday from 7:30pm to 11pm. There are a variety of tournaments organised including a Club Championship which runs throughout the year, two handicap tournaments, as well as informal friendly games played on club nights. There are a wide range of playing strengths in the club. n For more information, contact Neil Pennock - npennock@btopenworld.com
Scarborough Sub Aqua Club One of the longest established scuba diving clubs in England, and has been providing BSAC training for divers and offering members a wide variety of diving since 1960. We own an air compressor, and both a RIB and a hard boat, enabling members to enjoy lots of quality diving. Meetings are held every Wednesday evening in our very own clubhouse and bar. n For information visit www. scarboroughsubaquaclub.net
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TIME TRAVEL Grand pageant was the town’s biggest ever show by Dave Barry One of the grandest and most extravagant theatrical shows in Scarborough was a pageant at the castle, 104 years ago. A grandstand was erected in the castle grounds to enable audiences to sit down for the long performances. From 9-13 July and 28-31 August 1912, about 1,300 adult performers and 300 children presented a series of 14 episodes representing the town’s history, in chronological order. Besides the performers, hundreds more were involved behind the scenes, including people who had helped similar pageants in York and Pickering succeed. The shows, with music played by a 50-piece orchestra, were overseen by an enthusiastic and experienced pageant master, Gilbert Hudson. A scene depicting prehistoric Scarborough was followed by sequences reflecting the Romans’ 350-year occupation of Britain and the incorporation of Yorkshire into a Scandinavian kingdom in the ninth and tenth centuries. The story moved on to 1066, when Norwegian king Harald Hardrada sacked and burnt Scarborough, as William and the Normans were conquering the south. Subsequent sections covered Druids and Vikings, the building of the castle and town walls, Cistercian monks, Franciscan friars and Henry II’s seizure of English castles.
The next scenes showed Edward I holding court in the early 14th century, Piers de Gaveston being taken from the castle in 1312 and Richard III visiting the town in 1484. He was the last monarch to stay at the castle. “Monarchs came to Scarborough, new walls were built and charters given, but what of the people under the hill?”, the programme notes enquired. “Today, the lifeboat is called out and, in a few seconds, driven by instinct, the women of the fishing quarter are to be found crowded at the sea end of the courts in which they live, to keep out death, if possible, from forcing an entrance there. “And what of that little gang of adventurers who seized the castle for 60 hours from Queen Mary?” – that was covered too. A lot of the show was devoted to the 17th century, when the medicinal properties of the Spa waters were discovered, the castle was besieged by parliamentary forces in the civil wars and Quaker George Fox was imprisoned within its walls. In 1688, the town mayor was tossed in a blanket as punishment for striking the minister during a church service. The organisers can’t have thought that anything of significance happened in the 19th century as it didn’t feature. Perhaps
The grandstand and performers * they took for granted the construction of the Valley Bridge, Grand Hotel and Marine Drive, the introduction of railways and trams, and numerous other developments. “Most historical pageants produced in the period before the First World War finished with either the Tudors or the civil war,” says Keith Johnston of Scarborough Archaeological and Historical Society. “Scarborough was unusual in featuring a period more recent than that. In other words, it was not surprising that the 19th century did not feature”. Nevertheless, local history was depicted “with all the brilliant, spectacular effect of successful pageantry, the colour of dress and armour and fluttering flags, the excitement of battle and the glitter of courtly glamour”, according to a newspaper reporter. Designed to educate, entertain and involve the entire community, the pageant was a huge event, with separate committees dedicated to the production of costumes, armour, weapons, flags and banners. Other objectives included boosting the holiday season and making a profit. However, it cost more and made less than anticipated, so lost money, despite being advertised around the country and in the USA.
“One of the grandest and most extravagant theatrical shows”
“It came as a shock to many to discover that a financial loss had been made,” says Keith. “Expenses of over £5,800 exceeded revenue by more than £1,670”. £5,800 and £1,670 are approximately equivalent to £615,000 and £177,000 today, using RPI. The guarantors, who were hoping to make a tidy profit from their investment, were forced to stand the difference. “Some said the grandstand had cost too much, others that tickets were too highly priced,” says Keith. Others simply blamed bad management. Keith is helping to assemble an exhibition about the pageant which can be seen at Scarborough Art Gallery from 12 September to 10 October. It is being organised by Julie Baxter, volunteer manager and collections assistant at Scarborough Museums Trust (SMT). Julie is working with Kings College London’s Redress of the Past, a nationwide project on pageants throughout the country. The exhibition will feature recreations of period costumes, ephemera and a recording of the Song of Scarborough, which was sung at the pageant. * Many thanks to David Fowler, Keith Johnston and Steve Messruther for their help in compiling this article; and to SMT for the use of images from Scarborough Collections. The original pageant programmewas provided by the late Libby Pobgee.
Memory and the Nine Muses Performers representing Richard III’s daughter Princess Elizabeth and ladies-in-waiting
These five fellows played Vikings *
The only characters who were smiling in all Spectators heading to the castle * the photos in the programme
The view from the grandstand *
Pageant master Gilbert Hudson
Harald Hardrada
* photos courtesy of SMT
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Seafront turns into pink river in Race for Life Words and photos by Dave Barry Scarborough seafront turned into a pink river during the annual Race for Life. About 1,216 mums, grans, daughters, sisters, aunts, workmates and friends united with one mission in mind – to beat cancer. Organised by Cancer Research UK, the Race for Life had two distances – 5km and 10km. Everyone set off from the Sea Life Centre carpark together, running halfway round Marine Drive and back. The 10km runners did it twice. Last year, Race for Life in Scarborough raised £58,329 for Cancer Research UK. This year, the charity hopes the 1,216 who entered will collectively hit a fundraising target of £50,000. Event manager Georgina Thornton said: “We are so greatful to everyone who took part, and their supporters, as well as our heroic volunteers. “It was a fantastic day, full of emotion, courage, tears and laughter as hundreds of
Bringing up the rear with a conga women joined forces to conquer cancer”. Georgina appealed to participants to pay in their sponsorship as soon as possible.
The runners included Nicky SweeneyChisholm, who said: “I zumba-ed it with my Motiv8 crew. When all the sponsorship money
is in we will have raised well over £1,000. It was a fantastic evening, finished off with the most amazing sunset. It was very uplifting and emotional, with everyone encouraging each other. My dad (a 14-year cancer survivor) volunteers for the charity and was DJ Walter, pushing our sound system around as we danced”. Donna Parsons said: “I loved it. It was my second year so I knew what was coming. The atmosphere was amazing - such a great feeling. It inspires you to keep going back each year. Despite the showers at the beginning, it didn’t put anyone off enjoying the event. I love taking part with my friends and I will be back again next year”. Race for Life is a series of women-only fundraising events, organised by Cancer Research UK. They involve running, jogging or walking a five-kilometre course and raising sponsorship. The money raised funds research into all 200 types of cancer. Entry cost £15 for women, £10 for girls and nothing for under-sixes.
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Piggyback and front for two
The pink river flows along the seafront
Festival is packing plenty of sax appeal by Dave Barry It all started with Adolphe Sax, a Belgian instrument inventor. In 1842, he attached a clarinet mouthpiece to a brass creation that he named the saxophone. Sidney Bechet, a contemporary of Louis Armstrong, was perhaps the first to develop a virtuosic jazz approach to the saxophone. Since then, the sax has become an increasingly popular jazz instrument with players like Johnny Hodges, Ben Webster, Lester Young, Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins, John Coltrane and Michael Brecker helping to change the nature of the music. The UK can boast many stars, some of whom will be playing at Scarborough’s annual jazz festival, at the Spa from 23-25 September. Alan Barnes and Dave O’Higgins, both stunning musicians, will lead five front-line saxes and a rhythm section. Alan doubles as festival compere. London-born Benn Clatworthy, now based in Los Angeles, brings his quartet. “Like Sonny Rollins Benn is harmonically adventurous and capable of playing at speeds that recall Charlie Parker”, says jazzman James Griffiths. Trish Clowes, whose picture adorns the
festival posters and programmes, will play with Gareth Williams, one of the country’s leading modern jazz pianists. Jamie Cullum said of her: “This is British jazz at its best. I suggest you go and see her now before it’s difficult to get in the room”. Nathaniel Facey, a BBC jazz awards rising star nominee, will play the music of Charlie Parker in a six-piece band project linking big-screen shots from the forties and some fabulous singing from Vimala Rowe. Finally, Australian saxophonist Brandon Allen, who brings a six-piece to the festival, is based in the UK and hosts a late night session at Ronnie Scott’s. He has played with many great stars including Eric Clapton, Paloma Faith, Kyle Eastwood and Stan Tracey. Also booked for the festival are Artephis, Adam Glasser’s South Africa and Beyond, Alan Broadbent & Georgia Mancio, the Alison Raynor Quartet, Liane Carroll, Malija, the Nicola Farnon Trio, Pan Jumby, the SK2 Jazz Orchestra, the Abstract Truth Big Band, Vula Viel and Waterman, Nightingale & Barnes. n For further information, go to www.scarboroughjazzfestival.co.uk or ring the box office on 821888.
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Honour for Scarborough business leader by Dave Barry
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SCARBOROUGH entrepreneur John Senior has received an honorary degree from Hull University. The former Territorial Army officer turned businessman and charity founder was honoured alongside students from the university’s local campus. Held at the Spa, the degree ceremony was attended by graduates and families. John said: “I am hugely honoured and humbled to have been considered worthy to carry the title of honorary doctorate of the University of Hull, and all the responsibilities that go with it, particularly as in my earlier years I was far from a model student. In fact I was something of an educational disaster, believing it better to be the school comedian than to actually contribute anything useful to life. “My wake-up call came when I found a letter written to my parents explaining why my school felt that an early departure was required and the line ‘If life was a onehorse race, then I am afraid John would very likely still come second’ made me realise that things clearly had to change. I vowed that from that very moment my parents would never have cause to be ashamed of me again, and today my only regret is that two of the three people who never lost faith in me couldn’t be here to share this wonderful moment with my wife Nicola and I.” University registrar Jeannette Strachan
paid tribute to John, describing him as “an inspirational figure, combining entrepreneurial drive with a commitment to worthwhile causes, both regionally and further afield. “We hope his achievements will motivate our new graduates to strive for success in their chosen careers.” Born in 1960, John was educated at Millfield School and attended Menlo Business College in California. John describes himself as a serial entrepreneur and a devoted fan of Scarborough. In 1984 he launched a bid to open the first major theme park in the North, at Cayton Bay. The scheme, backed by Ladbroke Leisure, didn’t gain planning permission. But it marked the beginning of a successful and diverse business career which has spanned over 35 years. Today, John employs over 120 full- and part-time employees in his restaurant and property companies. Complementing John’s business career is his military one. He joined the Territorial Army in 1980. As a Green Howard, he has served in Cyprus, Germany and Poland. Mobilised on Boxing Day 2001, he was the first member of the TA to be deployed on operational service to Afghanistan. As part of 16 Air Assault Brigade HQ, he played a pivotal role in re-establishing security and essential emergency services to the Kabul area. On his return to the UK he raised over £60,000 for Project Geko, working to support Afghan schoolchildren and their basic educational
“If life was a one-horse race, then I am afraid John would very likely still come second”
John Senior with his honorary doctorate needs. He was awarded the Territorial Decoration in 2006. John is the founder of Heroes Welcome UK, a national network of towns, cities and counties pledged to actively support members of the armed forces and their families. He has been an active member and chairman of Scarborough & Ryedale Mountain Rescue Team and became Scarborough RNLI’s lifeboat operations manager in 2013. John chairs various regional tourism and business groups and is vice chairman of Welcome to Yorkshire Coast and Moors. He is president of the Spanish urban area of Andalucía del Mar, Marbella. John has been involved in fundraising for many charities and early this year was awarded the MBE for services to Scarborough and the armed forces through Heroes Welcome. He and his wife Nicola have a daughter, Harriet.
Award ceremony for talented apprentices
EVERY FRIDAY NETWORK NORTH. The Crescent Hotel, Scarborough, YO11 2PP. 7.15am – 9 am. Visit www. networknorth.org.uk 10TH AUGUST FEDERATION OF SMALL BUSINESSES. Informal Networking Evening, 6pm. Beiderbecke’s Hotel, 1-3 the
Winners of apprenticeship sector categories
Crescent, Scarborough, YO11 2PW. 24TH AUGUST THE BUSINESS NETWORK, The Hallmark Hotel, North Ferriby, Hull HU14 3LG. Visit www. business-network-hull.co.uk
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Specialist category winners “A record number of nominations were received for the different sector and specialist categories, where the panel anonymously THE success of apprentices from around the whittled these down to the finalists that borough of Scarborough was celebrated at the attended on the evening”, stated Katie second annual Stars awards at the Spa. Brigham, employment and skills partnership About 100 apprentices and 200 guests and manager at Scarborough Jobmatch in St employers attended the black-tie event. Nicholas Street. Jobmatch organised the event. Apprentices who had reached the final of their David Nicholson of Twilight Productions category found out on the evening how well hosted the ceremony and borough mayor Cllr they had fared. Simon Green congratulated the winners and
Words by Dave Barry, photos by Suzanna Garner
runners-up. Shaun Tymon, chief executive of Yorkshire Coast Homes (the main sponsor), opened the event with a few words about the importance of apprentices. The evening was co-sponsored by local employers who have seen their apprentices grow and develop within their organisations. Katie Brigham said: “The evening was a huge success, with great feedback from apprentices and businesses. This is only the second year we have run the event and it has already grown and developed. There really are some amazing success stories in the borough that both apprentices and businesses achieve and it’s great to be able to showcase these”.
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• WHEN DID WE TRIP OUR HUMANE SWITCH - Keep it kind says Editor, Krystal • SHOPPING - the light shop in Scarborough that's got Krystal talking
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• GARDENING GUIDE - bring water into your back garden this summer • REVIEW LOVES - pottery! We're deep in a handmade love affair with ceramics • DREAM HOME - The barn conversion to end all barn conversions
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I JUST FOUND OUT THAT: Stylish lighting shop, Lightbox, on St Nicholas Street, Scarborough stocks VITA Copenhagen lighting. The gorgeous Danish lighting designs are created with a focus on the Scandinavian feel, high quality materials and with the environment in mind. The new designs are nothing short of stunning and I found myself drawn into the luminescent shop between Marks and Spencer and Barclays when passing the other day. The family-run retailer has a generous range of lights that have obviously been carefully picked to add sparkle and shine to customers homes. We also heard that they’ve been known to sell some products under the recommended retail price in the past too... For more information visit www.VITAcopenhagen.com or www.lightboxshop.co.uk Lightbox can be found at 36 St Nicholas Street, Scarborough, YO11 2HF or you can call 01723 370572.
It seems like recently a lot of us have lost our compassion. One of the main battle grounds for the EU referendum was immigration. It wasn’t the whole battle, but it sure seemed to take up a lot of media’s attention. We’ve made our decision now, it wasn’t the way I voted but we are lucky enough to live in a democratic society and must stick to our collective decisions. So instead I’ve turned my attention to the rising levels of hate crime, as reported by the police and to reflect over what a bitter referendum this one was. It’s time to be nice again. I was proud to be British, the economically successful and tolerant country that we had become seems to have faded a little bit over the past month and I want it back. I want people to feel welcome here, I am happy to share Britain’s prosperity. It seems a little odd that one day we are born – and the geographical location can determine what we will be entitled to later on in our
lives. Let go of your self entitlement, remember that ALL human beings are equal and you are definitely no better than anyone from any other country nor in my humble opinion do you deserve to be treated any differently. Seriously those who think that we should ‘take back our borders’ or ‘pull up the draw bridge’: take a look in the mirror. Why are you so much more important? Because one day you woke up and voila there you were sat in an NHS hospital and no one was throwing bombs on your house and it wasn’t exceptionally difficult to find meaningful employment and you guessed it – education was free. If you were out of work you could claim job seekers allowance – even if you had never worked a single day in your life you could still claim the bare minimum… well aren’t we just the lucky ones. I’m not saying that British people don’t have struggles, of course we do, we all do – but can’t you see how some of ours pale in comparison?
Now don’t get me wrong, this column is by no means a comprehensive guide compiled to explain the way I came to my own conclusions. But I feel angry today, and I feel sad. I feel sad for people who have come here and chased their dreams and worked hard and no longer feel welcome, I will feel sad for the people who fled their homes with nowhere else to go when they find out that their last resort has fallen from beneath them. And I feel sad because I’m mourning the Great Britain that I thought this country was. We are lucky – this wasn’t the sole earning of your favourite grandfather. Our fate has been a collection of well made decisions and some happy or not so happy accidents. Much of our prosperity we owe to exceptionally skilled immigrants who have added quality and value to many of Britain’s workforces. Let’s stay human, let’s stay humble, and let’s stay helpful in this increasingly bitter world.
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THE BARN that DREAMS are made of The barn conversion haven has landed at our doorsteps just 12 miles away in Wold Newton. The five bedroom home comes with all of the modern commodities such as double glazing and LPG Gas Heating. It doesn’t stop there, with three bathrooms, a modern and stylish kitchen, and a feature bathroom with spa bath, double step in shower and built in television, there’s been no expense spared in the
WAT E R F E AT u R E S Submerge yourself into a garden full of aquatic adventure and bring in the water features.
GARDENING GUIDE renovation. The high beamed ceilings add a touch of luxury throughout the converted home and covetable decor makes it the ideal move-straight-into family home. Off street parking comes as standard as well as a double garage and generous garden. Underfloor heating features on the ground floor and the guest bedroom comes with en-suite.
Throughout the home there’s a light and airy feel but it doesn’t abandon homely traditions. There’s a large lounge with a sandstone fireplace and a snug for those chilly winter nights. Serious notes include: No onward chain and it can be rented out as a profitable high market holiday home. When can we move in? butt Lane, Wold Newton, driffield Guide Price £435,000 Visit www.cphproperty.co.uk or call CPH Property on 01723 352235
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TWO STRAIGHT SIDED MUGS IN VANILLA CREAM These hand thrown stoneware mugs are generous in sizing meaning that your comforting brew lasts just a little longer. By Little Wren Pottery. £16 | www.etsy.com GREEN AND CREAM POT This traditionally decorated perfect for holding a small selection of flowers on your kitchen table. £10 | www.throwninstone.co.uk
Whether it’s your dinner plate in the kitchen or the tiny ring dish that holds all of your precious metals. Pottery is an essential in many of our day to day lives. Remember to take a trip to York Art Gallery to check out the Centre of Ceramic Art. It will give you some serious pot envy.
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Enter Pots 2 Doodle Do. The friendly Paint Your Own Pottery Studio on Marine Road, Scarborough, gives customers the opportunity to have pottery that is truly unique to their own tastes through painting it themselves and it’s totally family friendly! Call 01723 447475 or visit www.pot2doodledo.co.uk
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If you weren’t fortunate enough to buy a property that already had a fully functioning real life stream in it, fear not! All you need is a spade, pond lining, stones, water pump, hose and some pretty plants. Wikihow provides clear and succinct instructions. Just add water!
If you love the soft pitterpatter of rain, why not enjoy it even when the sun is shining? Yorkshire water features will make these gorgeous copper rain curtains in different sizes to order. Yorkshire Water Features | P.O.A Visit yorkshirewaterfeatures. co.uk
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TREND ALERT • TREND ALERT • TREND ALERT
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We usually use this section to let you know about all the latest products, but this time we wanted to try the methods as opposed to the products. Don’t envy girls with impeccable plaits, you can do it too. WHAT YOU NEED: • Hair Bands • Hairbrush • Hairspray • Sea salt spray for a beachy look
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PREPARE For the best results when doing French plaits make sure your hair has no knots or tangles. Brush damp hair straight back so there’s no parting. (If you want to do two plaits, a parting is fine.) GATHER Grab a section of hair from the crown of your head. Split the section which you have just grabbed and into three. CROSS THE SECTIONS Cross the right strand underneath the central strand and then cross the left strand underneath the central strand. Each time adding a section either from the left or right side. LAST STAGES Continue these stages until you reach the nape of your neck. Tie off your finished look by using an hair band. IMPORTANT TIPS FOR A FRENCH PLAIT Plait slowly and carefully, always pull the strands firmly and tightly. It does take a few tries before fully perfecting this look. If your hair needs taming and you have fly-away hairs you can always use hair spray to calm them down.
The Smoky eye trend is timelessly sexy but many people stay far away from this technique as it seems difficult and endless. We’ve created some easy steps for this look.
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And there it is: your perfect, Flawless Smoky eye look.
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WAter LINKeD to WeIGHt LoSS? We’ve had a suspicion that water aids with weight loss for some time now, but scientists could be creeping closer to the find out how it impacts how hungry we feel. A new study has been presented at the Society for the Study of Ingestive Behaviour that looks at how different amounts of water affects the brain. Scientists at Wageningen University in the Netherlands conducted a study where 19 men where given a meal shake and varying amounts of water afterwards. The men who drunk more water had more suppressed appetites than those who had drunk less water after their shake. Another study by the University of Birmingham looked into drinking water before meal times. On average, people who drank two glasses of water before meal times lost between 5 and 9 pounds over three months. Of course this could be put down to the fact that drinking water fills up stomachs so people feel full and less hungry... it makes sense.
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TAKE YOUR PICK There’s something about picking your own fruit that makes it taste waaayyy better when you finally get to eat it. Not only is picking your own a great excuse to get the creme de la crop but also gives you an excuse to get a bit of exercise and fresh air too. Enjoy a healthy fruit salad with your hard picked produce or turn into a jam and slather on a naughty cream cake. Here’s where you can pick your own: mARTON mANOR FARm, Flamborough Road, Sewerby, Bridlington. Call 01262 672522 or email martonmanor@btconnect.com open from 10am until 4pm daily.
reVoLUtIoNAry FooD App CUtS WASte You’d have to agree that it would be frustrating to throw away £700. How could we commit such a mind-bogglingly stupid, incredulous act? Well, according to new stats, that’s how much throwing away waste food costs us Britons each year; amounting to over £12 billion worth of food per year in the UK. It seems stupid that someone hasn’t come up with some form of communication where we could share waste food online, that’s nearing expiry or is just surplus produce, with people in the local community. What’s that? There is? Some local residents in the Scarborough area have been treated to a new app called OLIO which does exactly this. Users post pictures of the food that is surplus to requirement - this could range from foods bought from supermarkets that have expired, to food produced on an allotment, to cakes you’ve made
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yourself. Then, once someone has decided they are interested in your goods, a time and place must be arranged before they can be handed over. Simple. As. That. Victoria Wilkins has even gone as far as saying that the new app is bring the local community closer together: “Not only does OLIO stop good food from going to waste, but it’s also a fun and rewarding way to connect with your community. OLIO makes reducing food waste quick and easy. If enough people start using OLIO, it can also help you reduce your weekly shopping costs as you just hop on the app and see what’s available nearby.” If you’re interested in saving some dough or even buying some, check out the OLIO app at OLIOex.com.
NeW reStAUrANt IN toWN SCARBOROUGH has got a new restaurant in town. Clark’s Restaurant serves a blend of British and French cuisine displayed on a menu that has found the sweet middle ground of affordable luxury. The restaurant is located on Queen Street Scarborough and incorporates seasonal produce from the local market which is around 50 yards or so away. Scarborough born owner and chef, Rob Clark, has got a great track record. Having previously worked at renowned restaurant kitchens such as The Star Inn, Harome and The Box Tree, Ilkley, his dishes don’t disappoint and it’s hard to pick a dish that we wouldn’t like to try. In his own words Rob describes the restaurant: “The atmosphere is relaxed dining, it’s got very quirky artwork in the restaurant and it’s very intimate 28 seats or so.” Rob went on to train culinary stars of the future at Yorkshire Coast College, but decided to return to Scarborough with a new offering: “I think there was a niche in Scarborough for a small intimate restaurant. I’ve been in the industry for 15 years and I know Scarborough very well.” To book in at Clark’s Restaurant call 01723 447373. The restaurant is at 40 Queen Street, Scarborough YO11 1HQ.
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STARTER PRESSED PORK, spiced ginger and pistachio crumb. Pickled egg, apricot and orange preserve toast. £6 mAIN CHICKEN SUPREME. Popcorn chikcen, truffled potato, confit garlic wild mushroom, tarragon and tomato stock source, crisp ham. £14
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Whether you like it or not, Britain is leaving the EU. The change brings positives and negatives for everyone; but if you’re a foody and you like the odd trip abroad, we're afraid it’s not great news for you according to new studies. That’s because the euro has gone from 1.31 against the pound to 1.20 against the pound (at time of writing). This means we are getting less for the pound meaning things become more expensive – like food and drink. Travellers going abroad this summer will be faced by an increase in the cost of food and drink in 11 out of 13 European destinations featured in the Post Office Travel Money report. The lucky few are those that have picked a relaxing holiday in the beach resorts of Costa Blanca in Spain and Sunny Beach in Bulgaria where
Bake off fans will be delighted to know that the well loved show returns towards the end of August and will run for 10 weeks. As usual Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood will present the show, and narration will be provided by Sue Perkins and Mel Giedroyc with no innuendo spared! The final of the 2015 show pulled in a whopping 15 million viewers so anticipation runs high for the next series.
the cost of food and drink has fallen by around about 10% and 1% respectively since last year. However, if you’ve decided that Palma Nova in Majorca is the place for you, expect to find a massive 51% increase in the cost of food and drink – sorry! Other destinations to note are: • Nice, France: over a 29% increase • Ibiza: over a 23% increase • Paphos, Cyprus: 23% increase However, it’s not all bad news as Andrew Brown, who works for the Post Office Travel Money, says that if the prices are put into context with previous years, they aren’t actually that concerning: "It's all about putting today's exchange rates into context. Sterling may have fallen recently but when you compare its value with every other year since 2011 except 2015, holidaymakers can be reassured that the cash in their pockets will cover their costs.”
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Heat the oil in a medium pan and fry the onion for 5 mins until softened and lightly golden, season. Stir in the garlic and cook for a further minute. Mix in the tomatoes, sugar and oregano, bring to the boil and simmer for 15 minutess. Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce. This basic sauce can now be chilled or frozen for later! Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to pack instructions. Heat the grill to high. Mix together the cheese and bread crumbs. Drain the pasta and stir into the sauce. Scatter over the cheesy crumbs and grill for 3-5 minutes or until bubbling hot and golden. Serve with salad and garlic bread. Voila!
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into your diary. Not everything in the Aquarian world is perfect, but it’s as close as it’s likely to get for the time being – so enjoy!
A good month for making money, especially if you’re prepared to take a couple of calculated risks. An opportunity on or around the 8th has much to offer! Partnerships and sexual relationships may become very intense, but in an exciting and exhilarating kind of way. Gentlemen in particular stand a good chance of getting what they want.
LIbRA 23RD SEP - 23RD OCT You’ll find that this month flies past as you successfully get to grips with half a dozen different things you’ve been putting off all summer. In an argument around the 17th you’ll make it clear to other people that they cannot just leave everything to you, and that they have to assume some responsibility for themselves.
SCORPIO 24TH OCT - 22ND NOV Mother/Son relationships go through a period of turmoil… If the son is still a child, the mother must make sure that she wins! Some sort of family reunion on the 10th could not go as planned, so if necessary, zip the lip and keep your thoughts to yourself. Lovely news concerning pregnancies and births.
SAGITTARIuS 23RD NOV - 21ST DEC Quite a lot of spare time on your hands throughout August, but not a lot of folk around for you to share it with. Therefore make the most of your independence and do things on your own, rather than not doing them at all. A health aspect is high profile between the 10th and 20th – either yours or someone else’s.
CAPRICORN 22ND DEC - 20TH JAN A sunny and successful month, but don’t be complacent or take anything for granted. High levels of harmony in all affairs of the heart, and definitely new romances beckon for singles. A bit of red tape annoys you mid-month, but there are some cheerful travel aspects during the latter days.
AQuARIuS 21ST JAN - 18TH FEB IA very exciting month for young Aquarians who will experience their first taste of true romance. A less dramatic time for everyone else, although weddings and engagement parties could easily find their way
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TAuRuS 21ST APR - 21ST MAY Much of your time will be taken up with one particular work project, but you need to keep your wits about you and your options open, especially where finances are concerned. Some belt tightening may be needed during the third and fourth weeks, and some efforts need to be made to pay off old debts.
GEmINI 22ND MAY - 21ST JUN In affairs of the heart, as my Grandma used to say, “when in doubt, do nowt!” – in other words, let other people take the lead and do the running. Different energies where jobs are concerned, and the 6th through to the 10th is a great time for embarking upon new adventures. If you’re offered an opportunity, grab it!
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Choir backs Russell Watson for second time Words and photos by Dave Barry Self-styled people’s tenor Russell Watson must have been impressed with Scarborough Community Choir when they sang with him last year. Impressed enough to ask them to do it again, at the same place - the Spa. The second time they teamed up, Russell tweeted a photo of a standing ovation, with the words: “Another great night”. He retweeted a fan’s comment: “Thank you for an incredible, awesome night. Russell, you rock!” His agent Jayne Dixon emailed: “Just a little note to say a big ‘thank you’ from us all for another great choral performance. We appreciate how much effort goes into rehearsals for these shows. The enthusiasm and professionalism shown by all members really helped to make the show the success it was. We hope you all enjoyed the experience and look forward to working with you again in the future.” Under conductor Bill Scott’s baton, 53 members of the choir spent an hour and a half rehearsing with Russell’s musical director, Ed Rugman, in the afternoon. Bill said: “The array of pedal boards, laptops and cue lights under Ed’s Roland piano gave an indication of how much musical technology was to be in the show. “In addition, the choir were surrounded by £60,000 worth of state-of-the-art mics. Ed said the choir would sound as if they were in St Paul’s Cathedral.” The singers were required only in the second half so spent the first half enjoying Russell’s Songs from the Heart show. In the Green Room, communing with the spirit of Max Jaffa, Bill heard “a wonderful version of Sound of Silence, in which Russell dueted
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with Ed, Frank Sinatra’s In the Wee Small Hours and Bring Him Home and Empty Chairs from Les Miserables. “All the old Russell favourites were there and the half finished to extended applause.” Full of praise, the choir went to the Green Room in the interval for a vocal warm-up. “Suddenly Russell entered the room to say hello,” said Bill. “He posed for photos and generally made the choir feel welcome”. In the second half, the choir backed Russell singing a Phantom of the Opera medley, followed by Funicula Funiculi. “Russell sang the Mario Lanza version,” said Bill. “It was much faster then we had rehearsed but the choir performed well. “Russell then had loads of fun singing Volare with the audience and then clowning about with the band and the choir. “The next song, Amore Musica, had been the biggest challenge for the choir. It is in Italian and the choir’s parts required concentration and musical sensitivity. It is not an easy Russell Watson, centre, with the choir piece to conduct and I took my cues from Ed and the recorded tracks with extra care and attention. It went well,” said Bill, feeling justifiably proud of the choir. “Russell did some stunning encores, including an amazing version of King of the Road, during which he impersonated Louis Armstrong and the choir were invited to do ‘jazz clicks’. “After many thanks and a much-appreciated personal thank-you and handshake from Russell, we all performed You Raise Me Up. The choir sang well, Ed’s arrangement was Part of the choir stunning and Russell's vocal performance was outstanding. That man can sing!” n The choir’s new term starts at 7pm on 14 September at South Cliff Methodist church hall. New members are welcome.
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Bass Tony Kirkby
Soprano Anne Flint, left
Soprano Pam Fryers, centre
Natural Shocks – A Cornucopia of Delights Words and photos by Dave Barry
King Lear: Thomas Booth and Felix Hodcroft
The library was busy all day
A busy Scarborough Library played host to Natural Shocks, an original and innovative new production by Beach Hut Theatre. The free-to-attend performances explored Shakespeare’s work with eight famous scenes and showcased eight newly commissioned short plays inspired by the extracts. They were complemented by a selection of song lyrics from various plays, with an especially written original score by John Pattison. The plays, developed and directed by Alison Watt, were repeatedly performed during a
As You Like It: Sam Wharton and Josephine Pimm
four-hour period in contemporary art settings designed by artist Andy Black. The event celebrated the heritage of the Bard in the 400th anniversary year of his death. Reviewer Kate Evans said: “In each corner, the universal human themes of love, hate, treachery, intrigue, anger, despair and joy were explored through short plays by local writers inspired by a scene from Shakespeare. “These North Yorkshire playwrights following in his illustrious footsteps were not overshadowed. Their contemporary interpretations were as affecting, drawing the audience in and holding our attention in the intimate spaces created between the book stacks. The production values and the level of performance would not have been out of place if transported to Stratford. This was indeed a cornucopia of delights and an excellent way to discover or rediscover the theatre of Shakespeare.” Director Alison Watt exclaimed: “What a day! I’m so proud of everyone involved. It was fantastic to see all the hard work come to such amazing fruition. Many thanks must go to the
actors, singers, writers and the whole creative team who made it possible; to Scarborough Library and staff for being magnificent hosts; and to our funders - Arts Council England and Celebrating Shakespeare in Libraries. We’re looking forward to doing it all again at York Explore Library on Saturday 6 August.” The plays performed were Macbeth & Unmaking Mac by Gilly Collinson, Hamlet & Mother and Son by Helen Birmingham, King Lear & Family Loyalties by Philip Watson, Measure for Measure & Diminishing Returns by Sammy Thor Rhodes, Much Ado About Nothing & Sex, Lies and Narrow Escape by Colin Scales, As You Like It & Under the Greenwood Trees by Michelle Watts, Henry VI Part 3 & To Love a King by Neil Arnott, Twelfth Night & Loved by Dragons by Jackie Daly and Moody Food by William Shakespeare & John Pattison. n Details of Beach Hut’s new productions and projects can be found on the company’s Facebook page and on its website: www.beachhuttheatre.co.uk
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Band prepares for proms-style show Words and photos by Dave Barry Patriotic fervour will surge through Queen Street Central Hall when Scarborough Concert Band presents A Last Night of the Proms. The show, on Wednesday 10 August, will feature plenty of flag-waving and all the usual suspects, song-wise. Land of Hope and Glory, Rule Britannia and Jerusalem will be joined by Auld Lang Syne and Fantasia on British Sea Songs, in the second half. The band will play music from the shows in the first half. Unlike other local bands, Scarborough Concert Band has a military configuration which includes woodwind and reed instruments as well as brass and percussion. This gives the band a greater range of musical textures and colours, enabling it to tackle a remarkably wide range of pieces. “The military band line-up stems from our historic roots with the army,” explains conductor Malcolm Appleby. The roots were laid down in 1958, when the
commanding officer at the local Territorial Army (TA) centre formed the Royal Artillery TA Band, led by Alex Roper. In 1961, the ensemble became 4/5 Battalion of the Green Howards TA Band, led by Alan Horton. Many of the founder members were trained Royal Marine musicians who had settled in Scarborough during the Second World War. The TA supported the band until 1968, when it fell victim to TA reorganisation. Rather than give up playing, the performers decided to continue as a self- financing civilian band and adopted their present name. Just two members, both clarinetists, remain from the TA days: Malcolm, who succeeded Alan as conductor in 2003, and Mike Pickard. Over the last 57 years, the band has raised thousands of pounds for local charities. It has around 45 members, 12 of whom are young musicians. The band remains the only adult community wind band in the area, Malcolm says. “We are a non-selective band, actively encouraging young players to use us as a
The band strike a pose for the camera
halfway house between school music groups and the wider adult band world. “We are proud that many return during university and college holidays, having joined bands and orchestras across the country. We are totally self-supporting and have been grateful to local organisations who have donated funds to us to enable the band to continue”. New members, especially trumpet, trombone and tuba players, are welcome. Anyone who would like to join should attend a rehearsal at the Community Arts Centre at St James’s Church on Seamer Road, at 7.30pm every Wednesday. The Queen Street concert starts at 7.30pm. Admission will cost £5 - pay on the door. The band will play another promsstyle concert, for Scarborough Lions, at Westborough Methodist Church on 15 October, at 7.30pm. Its Christmas concerts will be at Filey Methodist Church on 11 December and at St Andrew’s Church on the South Cliff on 18 December, both at 2.30pm.
The two longest serving members: clarinetist Mike Pickard and conductor Malcolm Appleby
Scarborough Concert Band at one of its weekly rehearsals
Reviewer shortlisted in national competition Words and photo by Dave Barry A Scarborough writer is in the running for a prestigious national award for drama critics. Gilly Collinson has been shortlisted in the Stage's Critic Search competition for her review of Gilly Collinson the play What I Learned From Johnny Bevan. The prize is £1,000 and a chance to freelance for the theatre industry’s leading weekly publication. The 12 regional finalists were then asked to write second reviews, which were printed in last week's edition of the Stage. Gilly, who is still waiting to find out if she will be in the final three, said: “All the reviews are intelligent and professionally written. “I'm simply happy to have got this far. It's been an interesting experience which has
given me more confidence. Nationally, there has been a mixed reception for The Karaoke Theatre Company, which I gave four our of five stars, although several critics disliked the audience participation. “But it's an interactive format and having willing playgoers taking part is intrinsic. I now have the confidence to say no; they are wrong and have completely missed Ayckbourn's point. I'd have been reluctant to be so adamant before!” Having come top in the Yorkshire and Humberside region, Gilly is now waiting to find out if she is in the final three. She said: “There are some very serious theatre specialists on the shortlist, so I’m making no assumptions. But it’s already been a delightful experience, whatever the outcome.” The judging panel consists of Sherman Cymru artistic director Rachel O’Riordan, Bush Theatre artistic director Madani Younis and playwright Jon Brittain and three Stage staff: print editor Alistair Smith, associate editor Mark Shenton and reviews editor Natasha Tripney.
Tripney said: “The Stage is committed to supporting new critical voices across the UK and Critic Search is a vital part of this. The standard of entries this year was strong and pleasingly eclectic with people reviewing musicals, Shakespeare, dance and spoken word.” Gilly bridges the gap between critic and author. Her achievements include contributing to the Stephen Joseph Theatre’s 60 by 60 celebrations, and reciting from Antony Gormley’s Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square in 2009. Having worked for many years in journalism and PR, Gilly started reviewing in 2010. Gilly, who was born in York and studied art and design in London, said: “The thing I love about writing reviews is not only that it means seeing all sorts of plays and gigs, but many are those you might not have chosen otherwise. “Sometimes this is a lovely surprise; I'd never have gone to see the Proclaimers, for instance, but they were brilliant live, and the nicest guys you could meet. On the other hand, Britt Ekland’s one-woman show was
memorable for being sadly under-rehearsed. "I don’t do vitriol; I try to be honest, perceptive and tactful, which is a fine balancing act. One aim is to help people decide what's worth spending their money on. We're lucky in Scarborough, because going to the theatre needn't cost very much, but in London they're looking at the prospect of £100+ tickets, which is a significant outlay. Not everyone will like what I like; my job is to provide useful information. “And reviewing doesn’t always mean freebies. There was no official press night for Alan Ayckbourn’s marathon 8½ hour play reading, The Divide, last September, but it was great attending such an internationally important theatrical event – and I certainly didn’t begrudge the £15 I paid! Sometimes, you just do it for the love of it.” n Turn to page 50 for Mike Park’s review of The Karaoke Theatre Company, which continues at the SJT until 7 October.
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A packed summer season at the YMCA Theatre Words and photos by Dave Barry Scarborough’s YMCA Theatre promises a varied and exciting programme for the summer, with eight shows playing over six weeks. The season kicked off on 25 July with a pantomime. Aladdin can be seen at 2pm each Monday until 29 August. It is being presented by a professional company, Styletrax Productions, who say it is filled with fun and all the usual antics associated with panto. Rock of Ages, an 80s-themed rock-based musical, is showing at 7.30pm every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday until 1 September. Performed by YMCA Productions, it features the music of Def Leppard, Foreigner, Twisted Sister, Reo Speedwagon and Poison. Musical Mashup, by the Rowlies Academy of Dance, contains excerpts from West End musicals including Les Miserables, Aladdin, Billy Elliott and Motown the Musical. It runs at 7.30pm every Saturday until 3 September. For comedy lovers, the theatre will host three nights of professional stand-up, on Fridays. Steve Day sets the ball rolling on 5 August.
Nathan Mundey as Drew and Chelsea Cooke as Sherrie
The full cast of Rock of Ages Described in the Guardian as “revelatory and very funny”, Steve is warm, witty and engaging while dealing with the dilemmas of being a deaf man in a hearing world. Comedian, songwriter, musician, actor and one-man band Duncan Oakley takes his imaginative, childlike and infectious humour to the YM on 19 August. On 2 September, lawyer turned comedian Andrew Watts’ posh-boy humour will “canter
like an apologetic tsunami”, according to a promoter. Tickets for the comedy nights cost £8 in advance and £10 on the door, for adults (under-16s £5). Voulez Vous, who have been singing Abba songs for 25 years, can be seen at the YM on Friday 12 August, at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £15. The Cloughton Rat Pack, featuring King Willy’s Big Band, make their YMCA debut on
Sam McCann as Lonny and Nicole Wade as Regina
Jamie Coles as Dennis, centre, with Josh EldridgeSmith, left, and Jakey Newton, who take turns to play Stacey Jaxx
Jack Maw as Jackieth, front, with, L-R, Rebecca Boag as Justice, Kelsi Hodgson as Hertz, Sam McNeill as Candi, Matthew Rhodes as Franz and Jasmine Towse as Justice
Friday 26 August, at 7.30pm. They have raised thousands of pounds for local charities. Tickets cost £12. n Tickets can be bought at the YMCA in St Thomas Street or by ringing 506750 or online.
Duncan Oakley
Fascinating insight into photographer’s work Words by Mark Vesey, photos by Peter Caton Award-winning Scarborough photographer Peter Caton gave a fascinating insight into his work, at a church hall in Newby. Peter has been travelling the world for 10 years, photographing humanitarian and environmental crises. Much of his work has been commissioned by organisations such as UNICEF, WWF, Oxfam, Save the Children, Greenpeace and the Red Cross. His pictures have been published in national newspapers and international magazines. The images shown at the presentation, at St Mark’s Church, mostly came from a trip to Chad in Central Africa, one of the poorest countries in the world, where a huge drought is causing crops to fail. Climate change is hitting Chad hard with erratic and exceptionally high temperatures and a lack of rainfall. The trip was hosted by Tearfund, founded by the Evangelical Alliance in 1968. It was designed to document the impact of climate change and tell the story of families who have been affected by the foodsecurity crisis in Niger, with a view to helping to find a way through it.
Peter said it is important to preserve the dignity of the person suffering shown in his photos. The high-quality format of the images and subtle lighting make the images feel almost three-dimensional. Observers can look people in the eye a continent away and feel a genuine connection with them. In one image, a mother with four children holds a small bowl of maize out towards the camera. This is their only food for the day, about a tablespoon each. Other images show the dry harshness of the surroundings and the withered crops. You may think the pictures would be upsetting but they are not; they transport you to another world
and reconnect you with bits of our planet and people that we will never have the privilege of meeting. Peter had to cope with 50-degree heat, contaminated water and the threat of attack or being taken hostage by extremist groups like Boko Haram. He said he could not let fear stop him from working and that this drives him on to show injustices in the world. When asked how he copes with seeing extreme poverty in comparison to western decadence, Peter was philosophical and said it is all about the luck of the draw and where you are born. Peter’s previous projects include climate
Peter Caton on a later trip to Africa, for an education project.
Jumana from Hillé Bar village near Dabkere, Chad, collects water. Her millet, which she grows to survive, has dried out and has stunted growth.
refugees in the Sundarbans region of India, environmental damage in the Brazilian Cerrado, leprosy in south Asia, blindness in India. n His website is at www.petercaton.co.uk.
Yasmin, 6, suffers from malnutrition due to a severe drought that has hit Chad due to climate change. She is holding a bowl with the few grams of wild seed she lives on per day.
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Jean’s vibrant art goes on show at SJT by Dave Barry Vibrant works by a former local artist, depicting Scarborough and Manchester, have gone on show at the Stephen Joseph Theatre. Sea to City, which runs until 3 September, features watercolours, gouache, drawings and screen prints by Jean Hobson.
Jean says: “When people ask me where I come from, I am never sure how to answer. When you move from one place to another you do lose sight of your roots, but I’ve always lived in the North: first on the left and then on the right, and now almost in the middle, nearly a third of my life in each, with each place influencing my art. “Liverpool, where I spent my first 25 years, fuelled my cultural interests. Art, music, theatre, anything to do with the written word, politics and motorbikes – I was there in the 60s when ‘it’ was all happening.
“Then Scarborough for another 20 years where I learnt the harsh realities of life – running a business, bringing up two small children while trying to juggle my artistic interests. It wasn’t easy, but somehow I managed to pursue my painting and even managed to learn to play an instrument and join a band. “Glossop, where I live now, is on the edge of the Peak district and just a short train ride into Manchester. I thought when I moved here that it was the imposing hills and valleys that had attracted me, and at first it was. But the more
I went into Manchester the more I got drawn into the hustle and bustle of the city, and the sense of history in Manchester’s old building and street names, the changing landscape as the city hauls itself out of a bygone age and embraces everything that is new.” The pictures in the exhibition combine work Jean did while living in Scarborough along with more recent work depicting the town, contrasting with her newer work on Manchester. n Sea to City can be seen from 10am to 6pm, Mondays to Saturdays, except during show times. Entry is free.
Scarborough from the Harbour
City at Night
Early morning, Scarborough
Heart of the City
New Ayckbourn puts no obligation on audience Alan Ayckbourn’s Karaoke Theatre Company, Stephen Joseph Theatre, various dates until 7 October Review by Mike Park, photos by Tony Bartholomew Despite my long-time love of all things theatrical, the mere mention of ‘improvisation’ or ‘audience participation’ in a forthcoming production always sent shivers down my spine during my enjoyable stint as reviewer for two local newspapers. Like many others of my now advanced age, I’m quite content to remain anonymous in the darkness while watching the professionals in action. So it was with some trepidation that I attended an afternoon matinee performance of Sir Alan’s latest offering, the Karaoke Theatre Company, the title alone hinting at a possible involvement in the current fad of amateur singing in public. The fact that only about 60 hardy souls were scattered throughout the auditorium also meant that we were uncomfortably all in full view. However, any fears about being pressured into actively taking part were soon laid to rest. I can happily report that there is absolutely no
singing of any kind, the word ‘karaoke’ having an entirely different interpretation here. We were also assured from the start that, while there would be opportunities for those who were willing or even eager to join in, anyone who wished simply to sit back and watch was equally welcome. What in fact transpired was a highly enjoyable two and a half hours of fast-paced fun and laughter from a team of enthusiastic, talented and versatile young performers (including local lad, Andrew Cryer, already familiar to regular theatregoers through his work with Northern Broadsides). They presented a varied selection of hilarious short plays, covering theatrical genres from period melodrama to modern farce, with the added innovation of audience-generated sound effects. And such was the feel-good atmosphere they created, even this old grump found himself stamping his feet to simulate thunder and thigh-slapping to indicate the slamming of a door. Those in the audience who freely took a
more active part, far from being ridiculed, won praise from the professionals and hearty rounds of applause from us less-brave. So if you have similar fears to mine which might be preventing you going, do give it a try. This young company deserves your support and I’ll lay a bet that, like me, you’ll come out feeling a lot more cheerful than when you went in!
Leigh Symonds and Jessie Hart
Louise Shuttleworth and Rachel Caffrey
Louise Shuttleworth and Andy Cryer
Celebrate summer at the Coastival Summer Picnic By Krystal Starkey COASTIVAL fans will get to enjoy a summer picnic on August 7 for free. Organisers of the arts festival are putting on the annual Coastival Summer Picnic where Djs will play chilled out summer tunes in the gardens at Woodend for all music lovers to enjoy. Admission is free and people are being encouraged to bring their own food and drink and a blanket and join in the fun! Children and pets are also welcome. DJs will include Mister Tooley, Kista, Dr Filey Selassie, DJ Phez and Victor Swanvesta. Coastival director Wendy Holroyd said: “Our Coastival picnic is a fixture in the calendar
now and we are delighted to be holding it again this year. “We hope for good weather so that we can enjoy some great music and good company in the wonderful, chilled afternoon atmosphere.” A analysis of February’s three-day arts festival shows a total of 6,230 people attended the festival events over the weekend. Estimates suggest this brought a direct economic boost of £426,781 into Scarborough. The continuing effect of that money spent through the economy – known as the induced economic impact – is estimated at around £650,549 for the Scarborough local economy. n For more information on Coastival visit www.coastival.com
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FAMILY FUN DAY
A day for all the family
Local craft stalls, Hog Roast/BBQ Childrens entertainment Live entertainment, Pig racing, Bouncy Castle, Raffle, Meet the animals Tractor Trailer Rides (All dogs are allowed, as long as they are kept on leads)
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Home truths begin to emerge when Rupert St John-Green MP and three generations of women gather in the family garden to watch a total solar eclipse.
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Local Events ONGOING THROUGHOUT AUGUST SUMMER FUN, Sutton Bank National Park Centre. Children’s crafts, minibeast madness, treasure hunts and demonstrations are just some of the activities taking place. Call 01439 772738. SECRECY AND SPIES, The Bar Convent, York. This state-of-the-art exhibition will inspire you with the story of the Bar Convent. Discover three hundred years of history and the remarkable people who have shaped it. Meet the radical Yorkshire nun and pioneer Mary Ward, whose devotion to her cause took her on foot across the Alps - twice. Visit www.bar-convent.org.uk UNTIL 25 SEPTEMBER ALL CREATURES BY MARK HEARLD, Scarbough Art Gallery. The gallery's natural history collection will be exhibited by the acclaimed artist. Visit www. scarboroughmuseumstrust.com UNTIL 5 SEPTEMBER YORK MAZE, Elvington, York. An amazing family day out with over 20 rides, attractions and shows, including the Corn Snake Tower Slides and Kernel Kernel’s House of Cornfusion where rooms magically begin to shrink, fall over, and even turn upside down. New for 2016, step on board the new tractor trailer ride, Crowmania 2 – but be warned you may get wet on this ride! Also new for 2016 take your seat for the all new Crowbot Show. Visit www.yorkmaze.co.uk UNTIL 9 AUGUST SWARM, Inspired By...Gallery, Danby. A huge walk-in ‘beehive’ featuring over 50,000 individually hand-printed bees will be the centrepiece of an exhibition of work by a collective of artists. Visit www. northyorkmoors.org/inspiredby
UNTIL 7 AUGUST MUSTON SCARECROW FESTIVAL 2016, Muston. Scarecrows are placed all round the village on pavements and roofs, in gardens and hedges and on open spaces such as the village green and grass verges. Visitwww. mustonscarecrowfestival.com
JULY SATURDAY 30 JULY Scarborough Epilepsy Action are staging Summer Sensation in the Sunken Gardens in St Nicholas Street, with a variety of stalls and live entertainment, on, from 10am to 4pm.
AUGUST 1 AUGUST YORKSHIRE DAY, Scarborough Market Hall & Vaults. A summer of fun activities is continuing at the market while the building gets a £2.7m transformation.
3, 10, 17, & 24 AUGUST MAGIC MIKE'S SUMMER SHOWS, The Spa, Scarborough. New Tricks! New Illusions! New Summer Show! Magic Mike returns to The Spa this Summer with a brand new show for 2016. To book, call 01723 821888. 3 AUGUST THORNTON-LE-DALE SHOW, Thornton-ledale. A great agricultural show celebrating the best of Yorkshire country crafts, along with exciting stunt shows and falconry. Visit www.thorntonledale.com 4 AUGUST THOSE DANCE BAND DAYS, The Spa, Scarborough. The dance band atmosphere will be made all the more realistic by the appearance of popular crooner Jez Unwin, supported by The Scarborough Spa Orchestra. Call 01723 821888. 4, 11, 18, & 25 AUGUST BJ'S FUZZY WUZZY PET SHOP, The Spa, Bridlington, 1.30pm. Join Bee-Jay in his busy little pet shop with his adorable characters that arrive with a story to tell. To book, call 01262 678258. 5-7 AUGUST SCARBOROUGH SHINDIG, Recliffe Farm, Lebberston. Scarborough Shindig is set to be the area’s biggest and best annual family beer festival, showcasing the finest local beers, ciders, wines and food in Yorkshire. Hold on tight for entertainment to suit all ages – from music to adrenalin thrilled adventures and traditional fun for the kids. Visit www.scarboroughshindig.co.uk 5-8 AUGUST SING A SONG OF CHILDHOOD, St. Oswald's Church, Flamborough, 10.30am-4.30pm. See beautiful flower displays in church and in the church hall, and enjoy tombola, a raffle, second-hand books, and refreshments. Call 01262 671917.
6, 13, 20, & 27 CAPTAIN CRACKERS AND THE HUNT FOR HIDDEN TREASURE, The Spa, Scarborough, 2pm. Join us for an afternoon of song, laughter and mischief as the captain and his crew set out to discover the treasure before the evil captain crimson. To book, call 01723 821888. 6 AUGUST ABBA REVIVAL, Whitby Pavilion, 7.30pm. The legend of ABBA lives on with an incredible legacy of timeless tunes and their undeniable place in music history. To book, call 01947 458899.
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AUGUST 7 AUGUST COASTIVAL SUMMER PICNIC, Woodend. Organisers of Scarborough’s popular Coastival arts festival are offering fans the chance to enjoy a summer picnic featuring DJs playing funky, chilled out summer tunes in the beautiful gardens. People are encouraged to bring their own food and drink and and join in the fun! Pets are also welcome. DJs will include Mister Tooley, Kista, Dr Filey Selassie, DJ Phez and Victor Swanvesta. Visit www.coastival.com 7 AUGUST BIG GIRLS DON'T CRY, The Spa, Bridlington, 7.30pm. Big Girls Don’t Cry authentically revives the sublime harmonies of New Jersey’s finest. To book, call 01262 678258.
13-14 AUGUST ELVINGTON MODEL AIR SHOW, Elvington, York, 10am-5pm. Revel in a wealth of scale model aeroplane goodness, as planes of all eras are shown, as well as maybe some fullsized participation. Call 07827 675665. 12 AUGUST FABRIC WORKSHOPS, Proud As Punch, Queen Street, 6.15-8.15pm. Learn how to make a coiled fabric bowl. Visit www. proudaspunch.co.uk
7 AUGUST THUNDER DAY, Yorkshire Air Museum, 10am - 5pm. Browse over 60 historic aircraft and vehicles for a great family day out. Visit www. yorkshireairmuseum.org 7 AUGUST FILEY SAFETY AWARENESS FUN DAY, Filey Country Park, 11am-4pm. Demonstrations from the fire service, police, road safety, and not forgetting a visit from the Yorkshire Air Ambulance - all that, and fun for the whole family. Call 01723 447848. 9 AUGUST WINIFRED HOLTBY TALK, Scarborough Library, 2.30pm. Robin Hospool will talk about writer Winifred Holtby, who was born locally. Hosted by Scarborough and District Civic Society. Email christinehepworth@ googlemail.com 10 AUGUST LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS, Queen Street Methodist Central Hall. Plenty of flag waving and singing along to the usual tunes; Land of Hope and Glory, Rule Britannia, and Jerusalem. Email appy.beech@gmail.com
13 & 20 AUGUST ARCHAEOLOGY ADVENTURES, Woodend Gallery. Learn how to be an archaeologist (without getting dirty). Call 01723 384500. 13-14 AUGUST STEAM & VINTAGE RALLY, Driffield Showground, from 10am. See steam engines and cars, organs, tractors, stationary engines, caravans, cycles, motorcycles, as well as commercial and military vehicles. Call 01377 257494. 14 AUGUST STAINTONDALE, RAVENSCAR AND DISTRICT SHOW, Ravenscar Village Hall, 2pm. Plenty of family fun, and a children’s fancy-dress contest as well. 13 AUGUST THE VELVET BURLESQUE, The Spa, Scarborough, 8pm. Guaranteed to be one of the most fantastic, professional, flamboyant, and entertaining Burlesque, Cabaret, & Theatre Variety Shows you could wish to attend! To book, call 01723 821888. 18-21 AUGUST EMBROIDERY EXHIBITION, Ingrid Flute Gallery,St. Hilda’s Church, Ravenscar. The Scarborough Stitchers are putting on their 5th exhibition, with examples of embroidery, stitchery, textiles and more. Email robin. stenhouse@btinternet.com
12 AUGUST CHAMPIONS OF ROCK, The Spa, Bridlington, 7.30pm. The authoritative Queen concert show celebrates the 40th anniversary of the most important single release in pop music history – Bohemian Rhapsody. To book, call 01262 678258.
19 AUGUST MUD, BLOOD, AND THUDS, Woodend, The Crescent, 1-2pm. Discover first-hand what life was like in the trenches of World War One. Call 01723 38400. 20TH AUGUST COMEDIAN AND VOCALIST, RIC OWEN will be on hand to entertain at The Hole In The Wall pub from 9pm. 26 Vernon Road, Scarborough. 20-26 AUGUST WHITBY FOLK WEEK 2016, across Whitby. One of the country’s most favourite folk festivals is back, bringing you a whole week of traditional music, dance and storytelling. To book, call 01947 458899.
6 AUGUST ONE YEAR PARTY, The Hole in the Wall, Vernon Road. Celebrate the pub’s first year under new ownership with live entertainment and 60s, 70s, and 80s fancy dress. Call 07544 775051. 7, 14, 21, & 28 AUGUST TAXIDERMY DEMO DAYS, Scarborough Art Gallery, 9am-5pm. Taxidermy demonstration by Carl Church. Visit www. scarboroughmuseumstrust.com
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13-14 AUGUST STEAM & VINTAGE RALLY, Driffield Showground, from 10am. See steam engines and cars, organs, tractors, stationary
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Issue 36 - August 20 AUGUST CHARITY GIG, Corporation Club, Scarborough, 7.30pm. Five well-worn old-timers have regrouped to form a new Scarborough band for a charity gig. Nearly Famous is comprised of original members of local bands who were the talk of the town in the 1960s, and all proceeds will go to Scarborough Mencap. 20 AUGUST ROSEDALE SHOW, Milburn Arms Field, Pickering. A full country show with all the trimmings! Call 01751 417740. 20 AUGUST ROCK & ROLL ALL DAYER, The Spa, Scarborough, from 12noon. A full day of nonstop Rock 'n' roll with top bands to create that 50s sound and a top DJ to keep you on the dance floor. To book, call 01723 821888. 26 AUGUST ABBA – FOREVER, The Spa, Bridlington, 7.30pm. The unique Abba look and sound is replicated with an incredible attention to detail as the beautiful lyrics penned by Benny and Bjorn are sung in wonderful harmony by all six performers on stage. To book, call 01262 678258. 27 AUGUST TABLE TOP SALE, Flamborough Village Hall, 10am-2pm. As well as the sale, there will be refreshments, home made cakes, tea/coffee and juice. All fund raised will go to the Village Hall fund. Everyone welcome. Email susanlawson@btinternet.com 27 AUGUST MAGIC OF MOTOWN, The Spa, Bridlington, 7.30pm. Join the party as this scintillating show celebrates its 10th birthday. The unstoppable Magic of Motown thrills its millionth music fan this year, embarking on a super-sensational nationwide tour. To book, call 01262 678258. 28 AUGUST ELVIS: ON WORLD TOUR, The Spa, Scarborough, 7.30pm. Before dates in Thailand, China, Denmark and Germany Scarborough's very own Elvis Tony Skingle returns to his home town to celebrate the life of the King. To book, call 01723 821888. 28 AUGUST ADVINTAGEOUS VINTAGE FAIR, The Spa, Bridlington. Enjoy 50+ Stalls, as well as entertainment from Natasha Harper and others. Visit www.advintageous.co.uk 28th AUGUST 60s and onwards. Singer and organist Mick Gale entertains at the The Hole In The Wall pub from 3pm. 26 Vernon Road, Scarborough. 28-29 AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY SPECIAL, Yorkshire Museum of Farming, Murton, York. The Dark Ages Re-enactment Society will be in residence on the village, and Trailblazers western re-enactors will be in residence on the fort. Visit www.murtonpark.co.uk 29 AUGUST FARNDALE SHOW, Church Houses, Farndale. A great country show with lots going on for the whole family, old and young. Call 01751 432788. 29 AUGUST ORGAN CONCERT, Scarborough Fair Collection, Flower of May Holiday Park, Lebberston, 7.30pm. Resident organist at Pipes in the Peaks, Stephen Foulkes, will play for Scarborough Electronic Organ Society. Call 07920 157393. SCARBOROUGH OPEN AIR THEATRE www.scarboroughopenairtheatre.com 3rd Aug Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds 5th August Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott 6th August – Legends of Pop 8th August – Bryan Adams 12th August – Simply Red 2nd September – Busted
REGULAR EVENTS EVERY DAY WOLDGATE TREKKING CENTRE, Woldgate, Bridlington. There are excellent horse and pony treks, suitable for both beginners and advanced riders, as well as Saturday morning club fun days for children. Visitwww.woldgatetrekking.co.uk or call 01262 673086. EVERY SUNDAY QUIZ NIGHT, The Mayfield Hotel, 10-11 Main Street, Seamer, Scarborough, 7pm. Enjoy this weekly quiz of music and general knowledge, followed by Rock ‘n’ Roll Bingo, and Lucky Thirteen’s Play Your Cards Right. Call 01723 863160. QUIZOKE, Ivanhoe Hotel, Burniston Road, Scarborough, 6pm. Be looked after by 'Hostess with the Mostest’ Jeannette DuPont. Call 01723 366063.
you are welcome to head along and join the regular club members for some friendly games. Visit www.whitbypavilion.co.uk or call 01947 458899. THIRD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH SCARBOROUGH FLOWER CLUB, Scarborough Library, Vernon Road, Scarborough, 7.15pm (except January, July and August). A warm welcome to all. Admission £6.50. Visit www. scarboroughflowerclub.co.uk EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY JU JITSU CLASSES, YMCA Leisure Centre, St Thomas Street, Scarborough. There are junior sessions (7.15-8.15pm Tues; 7-8pm Thurs) and adult classes (8.15-10pm Tues; 8-10pm Thurs) available. Visit www.scarborough. ymca.org.uk or call 01723 374227. BARON’S WALKING FOOTBALL, Scarborough Rugby Club, 9.30-11am. Call 01723 377545.
EVERY SUNDAY & WEDNESDAY LEBBERSTON CAR BOOT SALE, opposite Jet service station, A165 to Filey, from 6.30am. Turn your trash into cash at this great car boot sale. Call 07966 254179.
EVERY WEDNESDAY SALSA CLASS, St James Church, Scarborough, 7.30-9.30pm. Partner and booking not required. Visit www. stjamesscarborough.co.uk or call 07788 873523.
FIRST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH BIRD AUCTION, Eastfield Community Centre, 11am-1pm. Alongside the auction, there will also be a raffle and refreshments. Call 01723 581550.
WURLITZER AFTERNOON TEA DANCES, Scarborough Fair Collection, Scarborough. Visit www.scarboroughfaircollection.com or call 01723 586698.
EVERY MONDAY FENCING CLASSES, YMCA Leisure Centre, St Thomas Street, Scarborough, 7.15-8.30pm for nine to 17 year olds; 7.15-9pm for over 18s. Visit www.scarborough.ymca.org.uk or call 01723 374227. WALKING WOMEN’S FOOTBALL, Barons Fitness Centre, Silver Rd, Scalby. Call 01723 357740. QUAY SCRABBLE GROUP, Sewerby Methodist Church, 6.30pm. Have a great night of Scrabble, and enjoy a cuppa. Call 01262 409718. EVERY TUESDAY Open Mic Night with Aaron from 9pm. Hole in the Wall, 26 Vernon Road, Scarborough. FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH YORKSHIRE EAST COAST WIDOWED GROUP, Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough, 2pm. Members meet in the coffee lounge. Call Maureen: 01723 365991 or Sheila: 01482 868644. PSYCHIC NIGHT, Ivanhoe Hotel, Burniston Road, Scarborough, 8pm . Enjoy thoughtprovoking 'Demonstrations of Mediumship & Clairvoyance' with Guest Psychics. Call 01723 366063. SECOND MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH SCARBOROUGH ACTIVITY GROUP, Scarborough Library, Vernon Road, Scarborough, 2-4pm. A range of activities for people with dementia and their carers along with access to a Dementia Support Worker. Call 01723 500958.
SCARBOROUGH SUB-AQUA CLUB, 25 St Mary’s Street, Scarborough. New dive and social members are welcome to this weekly meeting. Visit www. scarboroughsubaquaclub.net or call 01723 372036. SINGING FOR THE BRAIN, South Cliff Methodist Church, Filey Road, Scarborough, 1.30-3pm. For people with dementia and their carers. Call 01723 500958. BARRY ROBINSON’S BIG QUIZ, Ivanhoe Hotel, Burniston Road, Scarborough. 8pm. Email admin@theivanhoe.co.uk for more information. EVERY WEDNESDAY AND FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH DANCE4LEISURE, Grand Hotel, Scarborough, 2pm. Two hours of non-stop dancing! Visit ww.dance4leisure.wix.com/comedancing EVERY WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY EASY SEQUENCE DANCING, Cayton Village Hall, North Lane, Cayton, 1.45-4pm Weds; 10am-12.15pm Fri; 7.30-10pm Sat. Beginners welcome. Call 01723 351380. SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH RYEDALE JAZZ CLUB, Beansheaf Hotel, A169 Malton Road, 8-10.30pm. A traditional jazz session with an established band.
THIRD MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH DRIFFIELD ART CLUB, Driffield Community Centre, 7-9pm. Visit www.driffieldartclub. co.uk EVERY TUESDAY LUNCHTIME LECTURES, Woodend Creative, Scarborough, 1-2pm. Tim Tubbs will deliver a series of talks titled ‘Scandalous Queens’. Visit www.woodendcreative.co.uk or call 01723 384500. ROLLER DISCO @ THE SPA, The Spa Bridlington, 5pm, 6.45pm & 8.30pm. Fun for all ages! Visit www.thespabridlington.com or call 01262 678258. TABLE TENNIS SESSIONS, Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby, 7-9pm. Whether you are an experienced player or a complete novice,
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FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH SNAINTON WOODTURNING CLUB, Snainton Woodworking Supplies, Barker’s Lane, Snainton, 7.30-9.30pm. Guests welcome to enjoy first class professional woodturning demonstrations. Visit www. snaintonwoodturningclub.org.uk or email oldfern@btinternet.com FIRST & THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH PARKINSON’S UK CARERS GROUP, 2pm. First meeting at Danes Dyke Community Hall, Scarborough; second meeting at St Columba’s Church, Dean Road, Scarborough. Call 01723 862681. FIRST AND THIRD FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP, St Martinon-the-Hill Church, South Cliff, Scarborough, 2-4pm. This small, friendly group is led by a Cruse Bereavement Care qualified volunteer. Call 01723 865406. FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH STAR GAZING, Dalby Forrest Visitor Centre, Thornton-le-dale. The dark skies of Dalby are amongst the best in the country and with the expert help and advice from Scarborough and Ryedale Astronomical Society you will be amazed what you can learn about the sky. Call 01751 460295 for more information. THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH MONTHLY FOOD MARKET, Westborough, Scarborough. A range of local produce including fruit, vegetables, meat, bread, pies, and much more! Visit www. themarketmanagers.co.uk LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH RYEDALE EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD, Wrelton Village Hall. Call 01723 862417. MOST NIGHTS LIVE MUSIC, The Commercial, Falsgrave Road, Scarborough. A great mix of live acts performing on several nights each month. For details, call 01723 447109.
There’s always something on… at the libraries! FILEY LIBRARY Station Avenue, Filey Call 01609 536608 16th Summer Reading Challenge Launch Event, 10am-1pm 27th SRC Story Sharing and Activities Event, 2-3pm Every Friday & Saturday CAN WE HELP? IT HELP SESSIONS; 1-5pm Fri, 10am-1pm Sat.. Every Thursday KNIT & NATTER, 1-3pm. Last Tuesday of every month FILEY ACTIVITY GROUP, 2-4pm.
EASTFIELD LIBRARY Eastfield Library, High Street, Eastfield, Scarborough. Call 0845 034 9512. Every Monday LOOM BAND CLUB, 4pm. GAMES NIGHT, 4pm. Every Tuesday STORYTIME, 10.30-11.15am.
DERWENT VALLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY FILEY FLOWER CLUB, Evron Centre, Filey, 7.30pm (October to July). See the flowers and meet a great 'bunch' of people. Call 07791 101231. EVERY THURSDAY AND SATURDAY CRAFT AND GIFT FAIR, The Grand Hotel, Scarborough, 8.30am-4pm. Quality crafts and gifts are on sale, to raise funds for St Catherine’s Hospice.
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3 Pickering Road, West Ayton Call 01723 863052 Second and last Wednesday of the month KNIT AND STITCH, 7pm – 9pm Every Wednesday during term time STORY TIME, 2pm – 3pm
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at the Ivanhoe; Louis James at the Eastway Club in Eastfield. Sun 14 Aug Elie and the Blues Prophets at the Tap and Spile (5.30pm); Radio Silence at the Commercial (6pm); Alastair James Band at Watermark; Ross Dransfield at the Merchant; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush.
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Scarborough Spa
Visit www.scarboroughspa.co.uk or call 01723 821888. 3, 10, 17, & 24 AUGUST Magic Mike's Summer Show New Tricks! New Illusions! New Summer Show! Magic Mike returns to The Spa.
Mon 15 Aug Scarborough Folk at the Merchant. Bradford rock band Full Tilt play at Scarborough’s Tap and Spile on Saturday 20 August. The quartet cover Hendrix, AC/DC, Metallica, Deep Purple, Guns 'n' Roses, Led Zeppelin, Audioslave, Queens of the Stone Age, Rage Against the Machine, etc. Fri 29 July Chris Mountford at Blue Crush; Rattlin’ Sheiks at the Merchant; Tyler Jack Smith at L’Amour; Licks at the Mayfield in Seamer. Sat 30 July David Ech (4pm) and Mark Stanley (9pm) at the Merchant; Fuzz Junkies at L’Amour; Sugar Licks at Indigo Alley; Shamrockers at the Tap and Spile; Chris Jeffreys at the Eastway Club in Eastfield; Ian & Bob at the Three Jolly Sailors in Burniston; Bladerunner at the Grosvenor in Robin Hoods Bay. Sun 31 July Mothers at the Tap and Spile (5pm); Last Resort at Watermark (7pm); Callum Marshall at the Merchant; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush. Mon 1 Aug Scarborough Folk at the Merchant. Tue 2 Aug Steve Phillips and the Rough Diamonds at the Grosvenor in Robin Hoods Bay. Wed 3 Aug Zoe Gilby Quartet for Scarborough Jazz at the Cask; Alastair James at the Merchant; open-mic with John Watton at Cellars. Thu 4 Aug Jesse Hutchinson at Cellars; Queenie Buffay at L’Amour; open mic at the Merchant and the Nags Head in Scalby. Fri 5 Aug Jeni Jaye as Madonna at L’Amour; Heather Jade at Indigo Alley; Colcannon at the Merchant; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush; Tom Davenport at the Mayfield in Seamer. Sat 6 Aug David Ech (4pm) and the Rockin’ Hillbilly Band (9pm) at the Merchant; Nowhere Now at Indigo Alley; Tristan Drew as Ed Sheeran and Olly Murs at L’Amour; Trilogy at the Tap and Spile; Jon Lonergan at the Ivanhoe; Clea at the Eastway Club in Eastfield. Sun 7 Aug Blues Kings at the Tap and Spile (5.30pm); Best Served Cold at the Commercial (6pm); Easy Street at Beiderbeckes (6.30pm); Miles Gilderdale and the Blueflies at Watermark; Callum Marshall at the Merchant; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush. Mon 8 Aug Scarborough Folk at the Merchant. Tue 9 Aug Frankie Dixon and Jesse Hutchinson at Woodend; Steve Phillips and the Rough Diamonds at the Grosvenor in Robin Hoods Bay. Wed 10 Aug Pete Lyons for Scarborough Jazz at the Cask; Alastair James at the Merchant; open-mic with John Watton at Cellars. Thu 11 Aug Jesse Hutchinson at Cellars; Queenie Buffay at L’Amour; open mic at the Merchant and the Nags Head in Scalby. Fri 12 Aug Ross Dransfield at Indigo Alley; Callum Marshall at the Merchant; Robert Schmuck at Blue Crush; open-mic night at the Ivanhoe; Ben Parcell at the Mayfield in Seamer. Sat 13 Aug Alastair James (4pm) and Baytown Rattlers (9pm) at the Merchant; Nork Torsion at Indigo Alley; Radio Silence at the Tap and Spile; Snatch at the Commercial; James Cunningham
Wed 17 Aug Stuart MacDonald for Scarborough Jazz at the Cask; Alastair James at the Merchant; open-mic with John Watton at Cellars.
Fri 19 Aug Heather Jade at Indigo Alley; Damian Balthazar as Meatloaf at L’Amour; Colcannon at the Merchant; Rob Lee at Blue Crush; open-mic night at the Ivanhoe; Midnight Junction and Hayley Russell as Kylie at the Mayfield in Seamer.
Mon 22 Aug Scarborough Folk at the Merchant. Tue 23 Aug Steve Phillips and the Rough Diamonds at the Grosvenor in Robin Hoods Bay. Wed 24 Aug Frank Brooker for Scarborough Jazz at the Cask; Alastair James at the Merchant; open-mic with John Watton at Cellars. Thu 25 Aug Jesse Hutchinson at Cellars; Queenie Buffay at L’Amour; open mic at the Merchant and the Nags Head in Scalby. Fri 26 Aug Ross Dransfield at Indigo Alley; Groove Ninjas at L’Amour; Rattlin’ Sheiks at the Merchant; Danny Wilde at the Ivanhoe; Full Nelson at Hackness village hall; Snatch at the Mayfield in Seamer. Sat 27 Aug Danny Firth (4pm) and Fuzz Junkies (9pm) at the Merchant; Nowhere Now at Indigo Alley; Jackie Marie at L’Amour; Aftermath at the Tap and Spile; Townsmen at the Commercial; Soul Brothers at the Ivanhoe; Domino at the Eastway Club in Eastfield. Sun 28 Aug Hoodoo Brown at the Tap and Spile (5.30pm); Friday Street at the Commercial 6pm); Tom Townsend at Watermark; Connor Lawlor at the Merchant; Stuart Metcalfe at the Ivanhoe. Mon 29 Aug Scarborough Folk at the Merchant. Tue 30 Aug Steve Phillips and the Rough Diamonds at the Grosvenor in Robin Hoods Bay. Wed 31 Aug Jim Birkett for Scarborough Jazz at the Cask; Alastair James at the Merchant; open-mic with John Watton at Cellars. Thu 1 Sep Jesse Hutchinson at Cellars; open mic at the Merchant and the Nags Head in Scalby. Fri 2 Sep Colcannon at the Merchant; Ed Moxon at the Mayfield in Seamer.
The Spa Bridlington
Visit www.thespabridlington.com or call 01262 678258. 2, 9, 16, & 23 AUGUST Magic Mike Magic Mike has visitors coming back each year to see his fast moving hilarious show that has grown ups laughing as much as children.
Whitby Spa Pavilion 6, 13, 20, & 27 AUGUST Captain Crackers and the Hunt for Hidden Treasure Summer Holiday Entertainment for all ages. 13 AUGUST The Velvet Burlesque Guaranteed to be one of the most fantastic, professional, flamboyant, and entertaining Burlesque, Cabaret, and Theatre Variety Shows you could wish to attend!
Sat 20 Aug Ross Dransfield (4pm) and Trilogy (9pm) at the Merchant; Sugar Licks at Indigo Alley; Full Tilt at the Tap and Spile; SuperFi at L’Amour; Hoodoo Brown at the Commercial; Stereo Jacks at the Ivanhoe; Jools at the Eastway Club in Eastfield. Sun 21 Aug Blueflies at the Tap and Spile (5.30pm); Storm Trees at the Commercial (6pm); Ten Millennia at Watermark; Mark Gordon & Laura Welburn at the Merchant; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush.
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4, 11, 18, & 25 AUGUST BJ's Fuzzy Wuzzy Pet Shop A fun afternoon show the whole family will love, full of music, dancing, laughter and lots of audience participation.
Tue 16 Aug Steve Phillips and the Rough Diamonds at the Grosvenor in Robin Hoods Bay.
Thu 18 Aug Jesse Hutchinson at Cellars; Queenie Buffay at L’Amour; open mic at the Merchant and the Nags Head in Scalby.
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Visit www.whitbypavilion.co.uk or call 01947 458899. 1, 8, & 15 AUGUST Magic Mike's Summer Show See above for details. He gets around, eh? 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, & 30 AUGUST Heatstroke A comedy by Eric Chappell, directed by Alison Steele.
Spotlight Theatre, Bridlington Visit www.spotlighttheatrebrid.co.uk or call 01262 601006.
13 AUGUST Beatrice & Benedict Berlioz’s opera will have its fully staged Glyndebourne debut starring French mezzo soprano Stéphanie d’Oustrac. 28 AUGUST Elvis: On World Tour Scarborough's very own Elvis Tony Skingle returns to his home town to celebrate the life of the King.
Scarborough YMCA Theatre Visit www.scarborough.ymca.org.uk/ theatre-shows or call 01723 506750.
26 JULY-1 SEPTEMBER Rock of Ages Set in L.A.’s infamous Sunset Strip in 1987, Rock of Ages tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit. 30 JULY-3 SEPTEMBER Musical Mashup 2016 Presented by Rowlies Academy of Dance. 12 AUGUST Voulez Vous – ‘Mad About ABBA’ Sure to have you dancing in the aisles. 26 AUGUST The Cloughton Rat Pack Featuring King Willy's Big Band.
Stephen Joseph Theatre
Visit www.sjt.uk.com or call 01723 370540. UNTIL 27 AUGUST Just So Stories The SJT tells you its own version of these famous tales. UNTIL 7 OCTOBER Alan Ayckbourn's The Karaoke Theatre Company A fast moving concoction of farce, comedy, drama and melodrama. UNTIL 3 SEPTEMBER The World Goes Round Kander and Ebb’s hit musicals are legendary and their hits from the shows are universally known and loved. 5 AUGUST-8 OCTOBER Consuming Passions Melanie believes she has foreseen the future.
Sewerby Hall
To book, call 01262 678258. 5, 19, & 26 AUGUST When Ivor Met Amy Johnson A fictitious visit by the composer and performer Ivor Novello in which he meets the pioneering pilot Amy Johnson at Sewerby Hall.
41 Monkgate, York To book: 01904 623568
5th-13th August SWEENY TODD The second in Pick Me Up Theatre’s summer Sondheim season is the glorious Sweeney Todd, the tale of the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
Scarborough YMCA To book, call 01723 506750.
EVERY MONDAY IN AUGUST ALADDIN - A FAMILY PANTOMIME, 2pm. Enjoy the thrills and spills of this familyfriendly theatrical extravaganza! 26 JULY-1 SEPTEMBER ROCK OF AGES, Set in L.A.’s infamous Sunset Strip in 1987, Rock of Ages tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit. 30 JULY-3 SEPTEMBER MUSICAL MASHUP 2016. Presented by Rowlies Academy of Dance. 5 & 19 AUGUST COMEDY NIGHT, 7pm. A great night of laughs with some local (and not so local) comedians. 12 AUGUST VOULEZ VOUS – ‘MAD ABOUT ABBA’, Sure to have you dancing in the aisles. 26 AUGUST THE CLOUGHTON RAT PACK, Featuring King Willy’s Big Band.
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Scarborough Sport RADIO SCARBOROUGH’S TWELFTH MAN, SPORTS SHOW HOST ANT TAYLOR, GIVES HIS MONTHLY VIEWS ON THE WORLD OF SPORT. @TwelfthManRadio email: ant@radioscarborough.co.uk
So after a disappointing summer, well if you're english at least. The football season is on its way back, and the premiership is going to be even more exciting than last season. We have new managers, big money transfers and a legend ending his career in what people call The best league in the world. The special one is now at Manchester united and at his old club Chelsea Antonio Conte, has left the national team in Italy, Ronald Koeman has left his post at Southhampton to take the post at everton and the saints job has been replaced by Monaco's Claude Puel. There also been a few big money moves N'Golo Kante has left the champions Leicester City and moved to Chelsea for a reported £30 million. But even that could be dwarfed as Manchester united, who look to be shelling out £100 million for a player they let go for free a few seasons back. The players name if you didn't know is Paul Pogba the French international from Italian giants Juventus. One player Man united have already signed up, is the ever green Zlatan Imbrahimovic,
the Swede has now retired from international duties straight after euro 2016 and now winding down his long & successful career around europe. Will he win another title this time in the premiership. So the 13th August will be an important date in our diaries as that's when The Premier Division will be back up & running and with the 3 Championship moving up to the top league Burnley, Middlesborough & hull City. I'm sure pundits around the Footballing world will be making them favourites to go back down. But what about champions Leicester City, can they do it all again. Jamie Vardy has committed his loyalty and we have seen another player leave and maybe, but where players leave they have acquired from CSKA Moscow a club-record fee of £16 million, Nigerian forward Ahmed Musa. Only time will tell who can be the winners of the Premiership and I predict it will be another exciting season again come the end.
FESTIVAL FUNDRASIER FOR STRUGGLING LOCAL CLUB By Louis Blyth-Bristow Cash strapped Whitby Town FC is holding a festival fundraiser with the aim of raising money for the club. The festival will take place on Saturday 6 August at The Stables at Cross Butts on Guisborough Road in Whitby with headline acts including 70s sensations, ‘10cc’ and soul band ‘The Real Thing’. Whitby found cash hard to come by as they fought for survival in the evo-Stik Northern Premier League Division 1 last season which wasn’t helped by a mixture of crowd trouble which incurred repair fines as well as turnout being down due to unfortunate match rearrangements. But their fate is now in their own hands with the help of Dennis hobson, friend of chairman Graham Manser, who works in promotions: “I’ve worked with some great acts from the
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Cayton win primary schools cricket tournament Words and photos by Dave Barry CAyTON beat Gladstone Road in the Scarborough & District primary schools hardball cricket final. Cayton scored 238 for 3 against Gladstone Road’s 226 for 2, at the cricket club in North Marine Road. The best bowler was Oliver Bennett of Gladstone Road and the best batsperson was Leon Kennedy of Cayton. The most promising young cricketer was Jake Seastron of Cayton, who won the John Rayner trophy. The tournament was entered by eight teams of eight and began on 23 June with group
stages at Staxton and Wykeham cricket clubs. The players were mostly boys, with a few girls, aged 8-11; the prize for best batsperson went to a girl last year. The quarter-finals, semi-finals and final were held at Scarborough cricket club, where the presentations were made by the mayor, Cllr Simon Green, after the final. The trophies included a big wooden plaque with a silver cricketer in the middle, named after John Bartliff and first presented in 1949. The tournament was organised by Jon Wanless, who chairs Scarborough & District Sports Association and is head of Seamer & Irton School – last year’s winners.
Gladstone Road on the left half of the photo, with opponents Cayton
Maisie Huslar, centre, and Leon kennedy of Cayton take a run
likes of Bryan Adams and Peter Kay and with the line-up we have put together this year I feel sure the event will go down great at The Stables in Whitby. I know what it’s like to operate a club at Whitby Town’s level and we need to support these clubs to ensure they can survive for the community as well as the sake of football”. n For ticket information call 0114 223 3777 or visit the website www.coastlinefestival.co.uk
Leon kennedy, pictured, was the the best batsperson of the tournament
10cc, the headline act of the festival
The mayor, Cllr Simon Green, with Gladstone Road captain Oliver Cooper, 11, on the left and Cayton captain Jake Seastron, 10
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Focus on... Scarborough Athletic
AUGUST 2016
Exciting times ahead for boro as league fixtures are released By Louis Blyth-Bristow The fixtures for the 2016/17 Evo-Stik Division One North have been released for Scarborough AFC. Boro will be hoping to improve on their twentieth placed finish last season that saw them fighting relegation, with a middle table finish this season not far away with one or two more signings needed. They will kick off the 2016/17 season with a home game against Bamber Bridge on Saturday 13 August, which is followed three days later by a trip to Clitheroe in Lancashire. The highly anticipated North Yorkshire Derby against Tadcaster Albion can be found over the festive period, with Boro travelling to the i2i Stadium on Boxing Day – a win here would certainly be a belated Christmas present for gaffer Steve Kittrick. A home game is how the boys in red will start 2017; Goole AFC their opponents on Monday 2 January, with the return fixture of
Full fixture list
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AUGUST Tues 02/08/16 Frickley Athletic (a) (Friendly) Sat 06/08/16 Whitby Town (a) 1pm KO (Friendly) Sat 13/08/16 Bamber Bridge (h) 3pm KO Tues 16/08/16 Clitheroe (a) 7:45pm KO Sat 20/08/16 Tadcaster Albion (a) FA Cup First Qualifying Round 3pm KO Sat 27/08/16 Colwyn Bay (h) 3pm KO Mon 29/08/16 - Goole AFC (a) 3pm KO SEPTEMBER Sat 10/09/16 - Prescot Cables (h) 3pm KO Sat 17/09/16 - Radcliffe Borough (a) 3pm KO Tues 20/09/16 - Farsley AFC (a) 7:45pm KO Sat 24/09/16 - Colne (h) 3pm KO Tues 27/09/16 - Brighouse Town (h) 7:45pm KO OCTOBER Sat 01/10/16 - Droylsden (a) 3pm KO Sat 08/10/16 - Shaw Lane Association (a) 3pm KO Sat 15/10/16 - Hyde United (h) 3pm KO Tues 18/10/16 - Ossett Albion (a) 7:45pm KO Sat 22/10/16 - Ramsbottom United (h) 3pm KO NOVEMBER Tues 01/11/16 - Ossett Town (a) 7:45pm KO Sat 05/11/16 - Trafford (a) 3pm KO Sat 12/11/16 - Kendal Town (h) 3pm KO Sat 19/11/16 - Mossley (h) 3pm KO Sat 26/11/16 - Glossop North End (a) 3pm KO DECEMBER Sat 03/12/16 - Prescot Cables (a) 3pm KO Tues 06/12/16 - Farsley AFC (h) 7:45pm KO Sat 10/12/16 - Radcliffe Borough (h) 3pm KO Sat 17/12/16 - Colne (a) 3pm KO Sat 24/12/16 - Clitheroe (h) To be rearranged Mon 26/12/16 - Tadcaster Albion (a) 3pm KO
the North Yorkshire derby against Tadcaster Albion pencilled in for Easter Monday. The season finishes with an away trip to Wales against Colwyn Bay on Saturday 22 April. It’s been a positive start to the new season for the Sea-dogs as they won the Steve Adamson Trophy with a 2-0 victory over a Scarborough League XI at Silver Royd. The game allowed the Boro faithful to get a glimpse at new signings including; goalkeeper Jordan Porter, defender Craig Nelthorpe and strikers Paul Beesley and David Brown as well as trialist Alhassane Keita who also impressed, plus the new yellow away kit. But it was Beesley and Brown who stood out as they scored on the nineteenth and forty-fourth minute respectively to seal the win. Pre-season got even better for Boro, Beesley and Brown as they romped to a 5-1 win against East Yorkshire Carnegie at Silver Royd with Beesley and Brown again scoring.
JANUARY Mon 02/01/17 - Goole AFC (h) 3pm KO Sat 07/01/17 - Burscough (a) 3pm KO Sat 14/01/17 - Lancaster City (h) 3pm KO Sat 21/01/17 - Brighouse Town (a) 3pm KO Sat 28/01/17 - Ossett Albion (h) 3pm KO FEBRUARY Sat 04/02/17 - Hyde United (a) 3pm KO Sat 11/02/17 - Droylsden (h) 3pm KO Sat 18/02/17 - Lancaster City (a) 3pm KO Sat 25/02/17 - Ramsbottom United (a) 3pm KO Tues 28/02/17 - Ossett Town (h) 7:45pm KO MARCH Sat 04/03/17 - Trafford (h) 3pm KO Sat 11/03/17 - Kendal Town (a) 3pm KO Sat 25/03/17 - Glossop North End (h) 3pm KO APRIL Sat 01/04/17 - Mossley (a) 3pm KO Sat 08/04/17 - Burscough (h) 3pm KO Sat 15/04/17 - Bamber Bridge (a) 3pm KO Mon 17/04/17 - Tadcaster Albion (h) 3pm KO Sat 22/04/17 - Colwyn Bay (a) 3pm KO
Ticket prices Scarborough Athletic Season tickets represent a great saving incentive for all fans who attend home matches. The income generated from season ticket sales also provides a big boost to the preseason cash flow for the club. Season Ticket prices for 2016/17 are provides the holder with THREE free home matches per season:- Adults: £180 - Concessions: £105 - Kids: £15 Season Tickets can also be bought at the offices of M. Wasley Chapman Accountants, 8A Pavilion Square, Scarborough. To reward our Season Ticket holders for the 2016/17 season, the club are happy to announce a few further benefits: - All season ticket holders in each category will be put into a FREE draw to win a Season Ticket for the 2017/18 season. - All season ticket holders will get first refusal to purchase again for our first home season back at Weaponness.
Managers report Scarborough
Athletic
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Kittrick has been busy ahead of the new season adding to his squad. A number of new players have joined Boro over the summer, including goalkeepers Jordan Porter and Tom Morgan, in midfield Craig Nelthorpe, Adam Bolder, Liam Ormsby and winger Alhassane Keika have signed up, with David Brown, Callum Terrell and Paul Beesley joining up front. The biggest signing of the close season has been midfielder Adam Bolder from National League side North Ferriby United. Bolder started his career at Hull City, before going on to play for Derby County, Queens Park Rangers, Sheffield Wednesday, Millwall, Bradford City, Burton Albion and Harrogate Town, until playing for the Villagers since the start of the 2014/15 season. Scarborough Athletic manager Steve Kittrick was delighted to sign the midfielder. He said: "Adam is a big signing for us, he has played in the Premier League and brings a lot of experience to our side. He is fit and hungry to bring success to the club next season." The older brother to Boro assistant manager Chris Bolder, Adam is known for his ability to pick a pass through the opposition defence from the centre of midfield. Also joining the Seadogs is winger Craig Nelthorpe from Evo-Stik Premier Division side Matlock Town. The former York City, Gateshead and Harrogate Town player linked up with the Boro squad just before the start of pre-season training. The 29-year-old can also play on the left side of defence as well as in midfield. David Brown has signed for a second spell with the club, joining from Ossett Town after netting 11 times in 40 appearances last season. David Brown played for Boro during the NCEL promotion-winning season in 2012-13. The 27-year-old was a part of the Boro side that claimed the NCEL Premier Division title back in 2013-14. Since lifting that trophy, Brown has spent time at Tadcaster Albion and Ossett Town. The forward has plenty of experience having previously played for Garforth Town, Ossett Albion, Halifax Town, Bradford City and Eastwood Town amongst others. Goalkeeper Tom Morgan has also signed for the club ahead of the 2016/17 season. Morgan ended last season at Shaw Lane AFC and brings huge experience to the
club. He will also take on a coaching role, whilst fighting Jordan Porter for the number one jersey. Morgan is vastly-experienced from spells with Farsley, Guiseley, Halifax Town, Ossett Town and Tadcaster. Morgan was Farsley’s goalkeeper in their 2007 Conference North play-off final victory.
Golf day The Scarborough Athletic Golf Day 2016 is being held on Friday 12th August. Following five successful previous golf days held in the Hull area, like our football, our golf is coming home. This year’s event is taking place at Scarborough North Cliff Golf Club. Aside from the opportunity for some golf and an afternoon with friends the event has become an important fundraiser for our club. Teams of four players are invited to compete in a Stableford format with 2 from 4 scores to count on each hole, 3/4 handicap, maximum handicap 24 strokes. There will also be "nearest the pin" and "longest drive" competitions during your round. The cost per team is £160 and this includes... • Tea & Coffee on arrival • 18 holes of golf on one of the Yorkshire coasts finest courses • A 2 course evening dinner with coffee Tee times are available from 1.00pm to 3.00pm Dinner will be served from 5.30pm onwards in the clubhouse with its stunning views over the North Bay. If you would like to enter a team or would like more information please contact Trevor Bull to reserve your tee time. If you are not a golfer you can also contribute to the day. We are looking for sponsors for each of the holes at a cost of £25 per hole. We will place a sign on each hole showing the sponsors details and for any business we can include some advertising content for you. Additionally if anyone would like to donate a prize for either the "longest drive" or "nearest the pin" competitions we will name the competition after you or your business. n For more information on entering the event or sponsoring a hole, please contact Trevor Bull by email at Tbull1757@aol. com or by phone 07900 412701.
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Scarborough Sport
Scarborough & District Evening Cricket League Round Up
The Andy Hire Scarborough Evening Cricket League is coming to a close after 13 rounds of fixtures. The final round of fixtures takes place on Tuesday 2 August. Division A has been a very tight race with all still to play for (at time of writing). Four clubs still stand a chance, a small one at that: but a chance none the less, of claiming the division. The ultimate prize of being the best amateur side in Scarborough is up for grabs. Although the upper hand is safely with Heslerton, who are three points clear of second place Wykeham A with only six points to play for. Heslerton face a trip to Seamer A, who are fighting relegation from Division A, so that will be no easy game for them. They then face a final game at home to fourth place, and last year’s Division A winners, Staxton A with the likelihood of them being out of the Division B has been a different story altogether. Flixton A, who were relegated from Division A last year, have run away with the league as they are seven points clear at the top allowing them to take their eye off the division and look forward to next year. This means attention now turns to the bottom of the table. Four teams are in the limelight but, like their older sibling, it’s Scalby B that props up the rest. They face a tough penultimate game against champions, Flixton A, before another tough final game against fellow strugglers Scarborough. They are two points clear of Seamer B above them. If Scalby B do face the plunge, they will look back at the two Clayton B are on the brink of promotion with them only needing one point from six available. Cloughton B and Forge Valley A, who were tipped for promotion, are both on 25 points and ran a close race, but with one of Clayton’s remaining games being against bottom side Muston away, it would be extraordinary for them to slip up. If they do slip up, their remaining game is against second placed Cloughton B who, with a win in that end of season match-up, and a win in their penultimate game against sixth place Valley Bar Nomads could sneak the title from under the noses of Clayton. With no punishment for finishing last in Division C, there can only be pride to play for between Forge Valley B and Muston with both aiming to improve on what can only be described as a poor season; they share only one win.
race at this point a reality. Scalby A faces the harsh reality of relegation being four points behind Ganton. They face Ganton in a crucial penultimate game that could determine Scalby’s future. They then face Seamer A who have already clinched survival.
Played 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Won 8 7 6 6 5 4 3 1
Drawn Lost 1 3 1 4 *2 4 2 4 2 5 3 5 2 7 *3 8
Points 25 22 21 20 17 15 11 7
*Indicates Tie - Scalby A v Ebberston - 2 points each for tie
points they dropped towards the start of the season due to them conceding a game.
Division B Team Flixton A Cloughton A Wykeham B Cayton A Sherburn Scarborough Seamer B Scalby B*
Played 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Won 9 7 5 4 3 3 2 2
Drawn Lost 3 0 2 3 3 4 3 5 4 5 3 6 4 6 4 6
Points 30 23 18 15 13 12 10 *8
*Indicates Scalby B deducted 2 points for conceding a game
Division C Team Cayton B Cloughton B Forge Valley A Ravenscar Staxton B Valley Bar Nomads Flixton B Wykeham C Snainton Ebberston B Forge Valley B* Muston
Played 12 12 12 12 12
Won 9 7 7 7 7
Drawn Lost 3 0 4 1 4 1 2 3 2 3
Points 30 25 25 23 23
12 12 12 12 12 12 12
4 3 4 4 3 1 0
3 4 1 0 2 4 3
15 13 13 12 11 *5 3
5 5 7 8 7 7 9
*Indicates Forge Valley B deducted 2 points for conceding a game
The Readers
Scarborough Beckett League The Readers Scarborough Beckett League now comprises of 57 teams in six divisions, following the amalgamation with the Derwent Valley League at the end of last season. As well as the league programme each division also has its own knockout cup, played in the T20 format, and these are all now reaching their climax. Details of each of the cup finals for this season are as followsCaley Cup Finals Days Sunday, 21 August at Flixton CC Premier Division STAITHES v SEAMER 3pm Division One WYKEHAM v STAXTON 2nds/
Marine Road on 3rd to 6th July. Despite a classy 132 from Gary Ballance, which included 19 fours, Yorkshire's total of 406 all out was eclipsed by a Middlesex reply that included three century partnerships as they reached 577 all out. A draw looked likely, but Yorkshire were skittled out for just 167 in their second innings, to give Middlesex victory by an innings and 4 runs, a result that sent them to the top of the table. South African Stevie Eskinazi hit 23 fours as he top scored for Middlesex.
Division A Team Heslerton Wykeham A Ebberston A Staxton A Filey Seamer A Ganton Scalby A
SETTRINGTON 12 noon Sunday 14 August at North Marine Road Division Two FYLINGDALES v BRIDLINGTON 2nds 3pm Division Three KIRKBYMOORSIDE v SEAMER 2nds 12 noon Wednesday 20 July at Staxton CC Division Four CLOUGHTON 2nds 104-3 beat LOCKTON 103-9 (Jacob Codling 25no, Liam Buglass 23no for Cloughton 2nds) Wednesday 13 July at Flixton CC Division Five FORGE VALLEY 3rds 92-2 beat MUSTON 90-5 (Lewis Wanop 35no, Tim Farrant 26no for Forge Valley 3rds)
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Yorkshire collapse to innings defeat
Yorkshire batsman Gary Ballance Yorkshire suffered an innings defeat to Middlesex in their County Championship first division match at Scarborough's North
MATCH SUMMARY
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YORKSHIRE 406 all out 127.5 overs) Gary Ballance 132, Alex Lees 63, Tim Bresnan 63, James Franklin 3-62 and 167 all out Tim Bresnan 39, Alex Lees 26, Toby Roland-Jones 3-34,
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Tim Murtagh 3-44 MIDDLESEX 577 all out (148.4 overs) Stevie Eskinazi 157, James Franklin 99, George Bailey 62, Jack Brooks 5-137
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Scarborough Rugby Union Club are in pre-season training in preparation for the forthcoming Yorkshire Onecampaign. Coach Lee Douglas' men will start with some warm up matches before the league campaign gets underway on Saturday 3 September with a trip to Selby. The first home game of the season is against York seven days later.
EARLY SEASON FIXTURES Aug 13 Pocklington Away (Friendly) 20 Driffield Home (Friendly) 27 TBA (Friendly) Sept 3 Selby Away (League) 10 York Home (League) 17 Bridlington Away (League
Hockey Scarborough Mens Hockey club finished 9th out of 12 teams in Yorkshire League Division 4 (North) last season with a record of 6 wins, 6 draws and 10 defeats from their 22 matches. Harrogate 3rds were league champions with an unbeaten record, with Driffield 2nds
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Silver Royd, home of Scarborough RUFC 24 West Leeds Home (League) Oct 1 Yarnbury Away (League) 8 Acklam Home (League) 15 Middlesbrough Home (Yorks Shield) 22 Bradford Salem Away (League) 29 Beverley Home (League)
AUGUST 2016 finishing as runners-up. Training for the new season is now underway, with fitness work and beach hockey on the South Beach for both the mens and ladies teams. New players are very welcome. Meet at the Spa, 7pm on Wednesday evenings.
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Scarborough Review Golf The Presidents Weekend at North Cliff was a complete success for Dave Ellard and his Lady wife Julie, with the organisation of the event and the weather all being perfect. Things got started on Friday with the Ladies competition. Eleanor Paterson (25) posted a winning score of net 72, runners-up Christine Toulson (31), Janet Hall (28), Clare Ellard (5) & Elaine Tighe (23) all finished on net 74. On Saturday it was the turn of the juniors and mixed pairs. In the Juniors, Ayane Butterworth (26) claimed the prize with a score of 45points from Marco Masucci (13) with 38 points followed in third spot by brother Nico Masucci (20) with 35 points. In the mixed competition the husband and wife pairing of Peter (18) & Patcharin (23) Harris claimed the win after a count back edged out David Butterfield (5) & Clare Ellard (5) both pairs posting a net 67. Sunday was the day for the gentlemen with Colin Goodall (18) recording a net 66 to pip Shaun Lofthouse (24)on the count back to claim the Gents Presidents Putter. Martin Laidler (4) claimed first place in division one with a net 69, James Blenkinsopp (6) and Steve Bennett(5) also recording a net 69. Division 2 was won by Dave Foster (15) with a net 68 edging out Mark Walker (11) on the count back. Simon Boddy recorded the best gross score of the day, a 2 under par gross 70. The East Riding Union of Golf Clubs scratch leagues are now about to stage their final games of the season with the new league format proving to be a success. In Division 2 Local club Scarborough North Cliff are level with Hessle ‘B’ at the top of the division both on 22 points. Hessle ‘B’ won their last home match whilst North Cliff tied with Beverley ‘B’ .The final matches see Hessle ‘B’ away to Brough and North Cliff at home to the KP Club.
Hornsea ‘A’ and Hull are tied on 22 points for the lead in division 1.Boothferry lead Division 3 from Hornsea B, the pair meeting in their final match. North Cliff held their 36 holes Championship recently, Rich Davis(5) posting a two round total of 139 to edge out Nick Timmins (9) by one shot.Third place went to Michael Dugdale(13) who posted 143. North Cliff also ran a Sunday Medal competition for those members not playing in the 36 hole’s event. A bit less stressful than the championship this competition was won by a relaxed Dave Gardiner (10) who put in a fine back nine to record a net 69. The Club Captain Barry Poynter (12) took second place with a net 71 and Sam Pickering (22) was third on net 73 just edging out Rowan Evans (13) and Robin Myers (7) who also finished on net 73 but lost out on the countback. Division 1 of South Cliffs July mid-week Medal was won by Dave Venner(9) with a net 67 from Phil Dickens(2) recording a net 69. Shaun Smith(2) was one shot further back. In division two Duncan Woodward-Hay (18) held off Martin Cappleman(18) by one shot with a net score of 67. Third place was claimed by John Gibson (22) after he finished on net 70. Saturday saw Mathew Tissington (11) amass 42 points in South Cliffs July Stableford to win Division 1. Sam Pottage (4) and Gary Thirkell (5) both finished with 39 points and Sam took second spot on the countback, despite Gary making an eagle 3 on the last. Division 2 was decided on a count back with three of the field posting 37 points.Michael Dennis celebrated the win ahead of Paul Widdowfield second with Andrew Noble third. The Flag Competition is a South Cliff
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Ladies non-qualifier fun competition. Gloria Pickering (13) brought in the Silver division flag having managed to get to the 18th green before using up all her shots. Clare Thompson (25) brought the Bronze 1 flag in after she also reached the 18th and Gwen Dixon (31) brought the Bronze 2 flag in from the 17th green. The Ladies were in more serious mode for the Medal 8 Competition on Friday when Gloria Pickering (13)clinched first place in the Silver division with a net 75. Second place went to Ewa Gracyzk (16) on net 78, Janet Howes (17) claimed third place with a net 82. In the Bronze 1st division Sue Negus (27) posted a net 76 for first place, Clare Thompson (25) came second on net 77and third was Maureen Jamieson (24) with a net 80. The recent Marie Curie Charity Golf Day at North Cliff turned out to be a huge success that raised £7,400 for the Charity. There was a great turn out of teams some from as far away as Warrington, Huddersfield and Selby but also many from the local area. The winning gents team on the day in the two from four format was made up of J. Earnshaw (6), N. Dobson (22), G. Kirkham (18), & M. Moore (11) with a score of 89 points and a back nine of 46. Two other teams equalled that score, M. Botham (15), A. Morris (14), K. Vasey (18) & A. Morris (14) bk9 of 43 and P. Petch (14), N. Fell (5), G. Hewitt (9) & R. Johnson (9) bk9 of 41. In the Ladies section the winners were J. Brown (20), M. Rennard (30), C. Pybus (14) & C. Ellard (5) with 68 points. However, the biggest winner of the day was the charity for when the raffle draw raised £1,705, that triggered a Bank Match contribution from Barclays of £1,000. The Charity are now looking forward to adding £7,400 to their coffers to help local people
in the Scarborough area. Special thanks sponsors The Vantage Motor Group (Toyota & Kia) and Lloyds Bank for their generous support. Snainton's Alex Belt continues to dominate the Yorkshire P.G.A. Pro/Am scene clocking up two more wins. Having already won the events at Ganstead Park, Mid Yorkshire and Crow Nest he has now added those at Forest Park and Springhead Park to his tally. His 66 for a one shot victory at Forest Park also enhanced his chances of winning the Yorkshire PGA Order of Merit.
Eleanor Paterson, Ayane Butterworth & Colin Goodall winners of Presidents putters
Rich Davis winner of the 36 hole championship 2016
Gents winners Marie Curie 2016, Joe Earnshaw, N. Dobson, Gary Kirkham & M. Moore Lady winners Marie Curie 2016, Claire Pybus, Marilyn Rennard, Janet Brown & Clare Ellard
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From the Sidelines FOUR NEW SATURDAY TEAMS Four new sides were elected to the Evening News Scarborough & District League at the AGM held at Scarborough Martin Cooper of Working Mens Club. West Pier FC, who Two first division starred for the clubs, Edgehill and League rep team in Seamer Sports have the match against formed 3rd teams, Boro. newly promoted second division side Goal Sports have entered a reserve team, and Goldsborough United from the Whitby area have also joined the league. Two of last season's third division teams have left the league though, Sleights Reserves and Filey Town 3rds, leaving 35 teams in membership for the coming season. DIVISION 1 (10 teams). Cayton Corinthians, Edgehill, Filey Town, Hunmanby United, Newlands Park, Seamer Sports, Sleights, West Pier, Westover Wasps, Whitby Fishermen DIVISION 2 (12 teams). Cayton Corinthians Res, Duchess, Edgehill Res, FC Rosette, Falsgrave Athletic, Filey Town Res, Goal Sports, Newlands Park Res, Scalby, Seamer Sports Res, Snaintin, West Pier Res DIVISION 3 (13 teams). Ayton, Commercial, Eastway Sports, Edgehill 3rds, Fishburn Park Res, Goal Sports Res, Goldsborough United, Hunmanby United Res, Itis Itis
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Rovers, Scalby Res, Seamer Sports 3rds, Sherburn, Westover Wasps Res.
THREE NEW SIDES SUNDAY LEAGUE
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Four teams dropped out of the Scarborough News Sunday League at the recent AGM, but three new sides were voted in to replace them, leaving 18 teams in membership for the 2016-17 season. The sides to leave the league were Barrowcliff, Barrowcliff Res, Alma and Commercial, while the newly elected teams were Angel Athletic, Ayton Res and Scalby. DIVISION 1 (9 teams) Ayton, Cayton, First In Last Out, Fylingdales, Heslerton, Newlands, Roscoes Bar, Trafalgar, West Pier DIVISION 2 (8 teams). Angel Athletic, Ayton Res, Crown Tavern, Fylingdales Res, Newlands Res, Scarborough Campus, Scalby, Trafalgar Res
REP TEAM IMPRESS AGAINST BORO Despite having to reshuffle his team when several players dropped out, West Pier boss Andy Spivey was able to field a strong side as his District League rep team gave a terrific display against Scarborough Athletic at Silver Royd on 16 July. Boro won the keenly contested match 2-0, but the local league players gave a good account of themselves watched by a crowd of 500. The League XI lineup was- Jon Hyde(Hunmanby United), Steve Sheader(West Pier), Joel Ramm(Edgehill), Lloyd Henderson(Edgehill), Martin Cooper(West Pier), Joe Gallagher(Seamer Sports), Dean Craig(Edgehill), Tom Barker(West Pier), Gary Thomas(West Pier) Cameron Dobson(Hunmanby United), Drew
McCoubrey(Newlands Park). Subs- Will Jenkinson(West Pier), Kile Fields(Newlands Park), Sam Garnett(West Pier), Jamie Bradshaw(West Pier).
KITTY COOK TROPHY Silverware will be up for grabs when District League champions West Pier face League Cup winners Newlands Park for the Kitty Cook Trophy at Seamer Sports club on Monday, 22 August,kick-off 6-30pm. Spectators are welcome and the bar will be open.
IAN FARROW TROPHY Two Scarborough teams, Edgehill and West Pier(holders) have been invited to compete in the annual Ian Farrow Memorial Trophy at Kirkbymoorside FC. The format this year will be two groups of three teams, with the group winners to meet in the final. All games are played at Kirkbymoorside,kick-off 6-30pm. Edgehill play Stillington on Tuesday, 16 August and hosts Kirkbymoorside on Monday, 22 August, West Pier face Easingwold on Monday, 15 August and Ryedale Sports on Thursday, 25 August, The final will be played on Monday, 29 August.
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SCALBY One of the oldest football clubs in the area, Scalby FC have been members of the Scarborough & DistrictLeague since 1912. They have never won the first division title (their highest placing being 3rd on three occasions), but they were second division champions in 1927-28 and 193435, also winning the League Cup in 1937-38 and 1951-52, and the District Cup in 195455. Scalby have finished 6th in division two in each of the past three seasons, and for the forthcoming season joint-managers Dave Oxley and Sam Medd will be in charge of the first team, with Danny Gregory managing the reserve team in division three. Former United Sports FC boss Dave Oxley, who started playing in the league as a 15year old with Burniston in 2001,coaches youngsters with the Mark Barber coaching school. He said, "I am really looking forward to the new season. It's great to be involved with such a well run and long established club, and I can't wait for the season to start."
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Hole in the Wall pub celebrates a successful first year
... & You’re invited!
Pub management duo, Tina Ramsden and Garry Naylor, are celebrating their one year anniversary at the Hole in the Wall Pub this month. It’s been a busy one for the friendly couple, who will be holding a huge party to celebrate their first anniversary in the pub on Vernon Road, Scarborough. On August 6 there will be a 60s, 70s and 80s night plus vocalist, Abi, and fancy dress to see customers old and new into the second year with style and to thank them for their custom. Tina and Garry have already racked up a good reputation as pub managers. They successfully ran the Golden Ball for four years on the seafront after they moved from Hull to Scarborough and won Scarborough’s Pub of the Year award after just 10 months of running it. It comes as no surprise that they’ve settled into The Hole in the Wall comfortably, despite it being a different pub with a different style to their previous project: “It’s a completely different ball game from the Golden Ball on the seafront. We’re more of a real ale pub, we can have up to seven real ales on at a weekend,” said Tina. The Grade II listed public house is currently dubbed as the place to be in Scarborough after
a bright and sunny rooftop beer garden was opened up for customers to enjoy. Tina reckons it was one of the highlights of year one: “The best moment was getting the beer garden finished – it’s a rooftop beer garden, it’s been an absolute delight for everyone, the real wow factor.”
“we’ve got a lovely customer base and a fantastic atmosphere in the pub.”
like there will be plenty more to come. The pub not only offers customers a large selection of real ale and your usual mix of spirits, lagers and soft drinks that can be enjoyed on the roof terrace, but other luxuries too, such as a coal fire in the winter, hot drinks, live music, darts, and BT and Sky Sports over four screens. Customers are also welcome to book in for functions too. The Hole in the Wall, which is just a stone’s throw from the Rotunda Museum, is well known in the Scarborough community and Tina is keen to make sure that the success of it continues. Drink prices are kept down and dogs are always welcome. Garry still stands by what he said last year: “We want everyone to come here, have a great time and a nice drink in a friendly atmosphere”.
If you would like to suggest any music or entertainment events or are a local act who would like to perform in the pub then call 07544 775051. Join their Facebook page to keep updated. The Hole In The Wall
Open from 12pm every day 26 Vernon Road Scarborough Find them on Facebook under Hole in the Wall Scarborough
But their biggest achievement is down to their customers. Tina and Garry said: “We’ve exceeded all expectations of building up trade and we’ve got a lovely customer base and a fantastic atmosphere in the pub. We must say a massive thank you to our bar manager, Ben Bramley, who has also helped to make all of this possible.” Throughout the year the Hole has seen many brilliant acts come and go through their doors: “We’ve had some really good entertainment and acts on so far. The Andrini Sisters were wonderful and we’ve got one of the most popular acts, Forever Dean (a Dean Martin tribute) back on 25 September, 3pm.” Throughout August it looks
HOLE IN THE WALL• UP & COMING EVENTS
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with entertainment from singer, Abi and a 60s, 70s & 80s fancy dress night
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Comedian / vocalist at 9pm
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Singer / organist mixture of 60s onwards
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