Five-times Yorkshire paper of the year winner. Mountain trekker Everest BC, Kilimanjaro. IoD Awards Finalist. Associate editor Yorkshire Businessman
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Designed by Cuthbert Brodrick and opened in 1867, Scarborough’s Grade II* Grand Hotel was once Europe’s largest. Its 4 towers, 12 floors, 52 chimneys, and 365 original rooms reflect time-themed symbolism (though disputed). Butlin’s bought it in 1978; Britannia took over in 2004.
The mighty sea battle of 1779 - how Scarborough saved a merchant convoy of 41 ships carrying timber and iron ore for the Royal Navy …
The Scarborough links with the mighty sea battle off the Yorkshire coast in the countdown to the 250th commemoration - the ship inferno that was watched by 100s of people from the clifftops and fearing an invasion lnkd.in/p/eT3QchCx
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Changing signs at the former Proudfoot Supermarket at Newby in the northern residential outskirts of Scarborough, where the store is being converted into a Tesco Superstore by London contractors Base Build - opening early in 2027. Proudfoot was established in Scarborough in 1948.
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The Scarborough links with the mighty sea battle off the Yorkshire coast in the countdown to the 250th commemoration - the ship inferno that was watched by 100s of people from the clifftops and fearing an invasion lnkd.in/p/eT3QchCx
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Victorian Gem in Scarborough restored to its former glory thanks to volunteers thescarboroughnews.co.uk/new…
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South Cliff Gardens’ restored pathway network features a 2 km step-free accessible route winding down steep cliffs, Victorian steps, and a restored tramway tunnel connecting the Esplanade to the Italian Gardens, woodland play areas, and the seafront Star Map.
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Can't wait to see you all this Autumn !
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How whaling created Whitby prosperity as whale jawbone landmark disappears, plus the paranormal tales of Yorkshire hauntings and Scarborough werewolf country … latest edition of yorkshirebusinessman.co.uk/l…
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Here’s to Yorkshire’s stunning landscapes, rich history, legendary tales, and to the people, vibrant and diverse - to those who shaped its past and to those writing its next chapter. Happy Yorkshire Day and thank you for your support. #YorkshireDay
ALT Harvest under Roseberry Topping, Adobe Images.
A touch of #Manchesterism for Scarborough? Plus new respite holiday home for children and families linkedin.com/posts/ed-asquit…
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This 1579 manuscript plan from Lord Burghley’s Atlas in the British Library, linked to cartographer Christopher Saxton, depicts Scarborough Castle and its harbour during Queen Elizabeth I’s reign. The rare "plat" serves as both a functional map and an artistic
ALT This is a 16th-century coloured plan of Scarborough Castle, found in Lord Burghley's Atlas. The map was possibly created by Christopher Saxton in 1579.It illustrates the castle town on the Yorkshire coast alongside ships in the harbour. The original drawing is housed in the British Library
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🧵Standing on Flamborough Head, the Old Lighthouse, better known as the Chalk Tower, is one of England's oldest surviving complete lighthouses. Built in 1674 by Sir John Clayton and George Blake, the 79-foot octagonal tower was intended to warn ships navigating the dangerous
ALT This structure is the Flamborough Chalk Tower, located on the coast of East Riding of Yorkshire. Completed in 1674, it is recognised as one of the oldest surviving complete lighthouses in the United Kingdom. Constructed of chalk rubble, the tower was never lit as a functional lighthouse Image Tim Hill, Public Domain
The performance is being run by Yorkshire Coast 1779, in conjunction with English Heritage and @thescarbfair
The fierce coastal battle was watched by hundreds of people from the Scarborough cliffs, where a merchant fleet of 40 ships escaped to safety under the guns of the castle
A play on a mighty sea battle that took place in sight of Scarborough in 1779 is being performed at the castle June 19, 20 and 21 at 11.30am and 2pm.
The American Bonhomme Richard took on the HMS Serapis and Countess of Scarborough in the Battle of Flamborough @EnglishHeritage
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Applause for the brave renovator taking on one of the longest-running derelict buildings in #scarborough - making him the popular businessman in town linkedin.com/posts/ed-asquit…
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The Barry Sheene Festival is back. 20–21 June, Oliver's Mount Scarborough.
Road racing, classic parades, bike show with cash prizes — and if you've got a classic or 2-stroke, you could be riding on track.
15% off tickets now with code earlybirdOMR 👇 oliversmount.ticketco.events…
linkedin.com/posts/ed-asquit… … news round-up including @scarboroughcricketclub @scarboroughcollege … and Jack Costigan rescue of a town centre chapel derelict for decades @yorkshirebusinessman
Restoration now complete …
Excellent restoration underway of former watering point for horses Filey Road Scarborough, thanks to Civic Society volunteers @ScarbroCivic
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