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May Day Bank Holiday Events in Scarborough
01st May 2009
As it’s the May Day Bank holiday its time to get the family out and about and having some fun.
Over the May Bank Holiday various events are taking place for the whole family to enjoy, so if you are a visitor to our Scarborough or Malton hotels then why not go along to some of these excellent events!
SCARBOROUGH CONTINENTAL MARKET
The ever popular continental market is returning to Scarborough town centre and will be offering a wide range of continental treats, including gifts, delicious breads, meats and cheeses.
Date: Friday 1 May – Monday 4 May 2009
Entry: Free
Contact Details: Malcolm Hall, Town Centre Management
Email:
Website: http://www.scarboroughcentral.co.uk/
PADDLEBOARD JOUSTING COMPETITION
Fluid Concept Surf Shop are holding a Paddleboard jousting competition on South Bay in Scarborough (weather permitting). Originally scheduled for Saturday 25th April but postponed due to the weather conditions, the event will now take place on Saturday 2nd May at 11.00am.
To explain the rules of this event you need to paddle stood up on a very large surf board (provided) towards your opponent then, when you are close enough, try to knock them off their board. Sound easy? Well we’ll see!
All profits to go towards planting trees in a local meadow. To register call Steve on 07891094976 or email
There will also be silly prizes but places are limited.
This event is sponsored by Quids Inn.
Date: Saturday 2 May 2009
Entry: £5.00
Contact Details: Steve Crawford
Email:
Website: http://www.fluidconcept.co.uk
EAST COASTING – A DISPLAY OF ART & DESIGN
Between Saturday 4 April and Monday 4 May Scarborough Art Gallery is hosting East Coasting, a display of Art and Design by Edward Bawden and Eric Ravilious.
This exhibition at Scarborough Art Gallery brings together examples of the remarkable duo’s work, many of which haven’t previously been shown. Many of the pieces also have a special connection to Scarborough.
Date: Friday 1 May – Monday 4 May 2009 (Bank Holiday)
Entry: Adults: £2.00, Concession: £1.80, Under 18’s free, Wheelchair users and their carers free entry.
Entrance fee also includes free entry to the Gallery Shop and Coffee Lounge.
Contact Details: Scarborough Museums Trust, The Crescent, Scarborough, YO11 2PW
Email:
Website: http://www.scarboroughartgallery.co.uk/
FLAMBOROUGH OPEN DAY
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust has organised a special open day for Bank Holiday Monday at Flamborough Cliffs from 11.00am – 5.00pm.
Why not join the Trust for beach cleans, rock pool rambles, shoresearch surveying, boat trips and bird watching.
During the event there will also be boat trips at 12:30pm, 2:00pm and 3:30pm. These boat trips cost: Adults £5 and Children 2:50. Please wear suitable clothing and trips are weather permitting. Booking at the Trust office (Tel: 01904 659 570) is essential for the boat trips as places are limited.
There will be a host of marine themed activities throughout the day for all the family to take part in and enjoy.
Date: Monday 4 May 2009
Entry: Adults: £5.00, Children: £2.00
Contact Details: Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Telephone: 01904 659 570
Website: http://www.ywt.org.uk/
MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS
The Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough is going back to 1939 and the week in which Hollywood producer David O. Selznick could make or break his career.
Production has shut down on Gone with the Wind and Selznick is faced with a failing screenplay and millions of dollars disappearing down the drain. He steals director Victor Fleming from The Wizard of Oz and enlists writer Ben Hecht, and together the trio knuckle down for a week of frantic pressure.
Will they save ‘the most expensive film in history’? Or just end up killing each other in a stifling producer’s office?
This play is based on real events and the fast-paced comedy is a small slice of the golden age of Hollywood, bursting at the seams.
The Sunday Times says of Moonlight and Magnolias:
“A seriously hilarious comedy…”
The Daily Telegraph follows suit by describing the comedy as:
“Delightful screwball comedy…that is certainly worth giving a damn about. Terrific stuff!”
Date: 30 April – 27 June 2009
Entry: £9.00 – £19.50
Contact Details: Stephen Joseph Theatre, Westborough, Scarborough, YO11 1JW
Telephone: 01723 370 540
Website: http://www.sjt.uk.com/index.asp
RISE AND SHINE
Meet at Woodend in Scarborough for a walk through The Crescent and Valley Gardens to identify as many birds as possible. Then why not explore the Trust’s bird collections including art activities and scientific discovery.
Date: Sunday 3 May 2009
Time: 6.00am then 11.00am – 4.00pm
Contact Details: Scarborough Museums Trust, The Crescent, Scarborough, YO11 2PW
Email:
Website: http://www.scarboroughartgallery.co.uk/
FESTIVAL OF SPEED
This Bank Holiday weekend is the Oliver’s mount Festival of Speed featuring speed hill climbs for both motorcycles and cars!
Date: 2, 3 and 4 May 2009
Entry: £8 each day
Contact Details: Auto 66 Club, Circuit Office, Oliver’s Mount, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2YW
Telephone: 01723 373 000
Email:
Website: http://www.motorcycle-racetrack.co.uk/index.html
SCARBOROUGH YMCA SHOWTIMES
Variety Showtime is a cabaret show for all the family and is presented by YMCA Productions.
Date: 1 May and 2 May 2009
Time: 7.30pm
Contact Details: YMCA Theatre, St Thomas Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1DY
Telephone: 01723 506750
Email:
Website: http://www.scarborough.ymca.org.uk/
THE SIMON KENWORTHY TRIO
Scarborough Spa is pleased to present Simon Kenworthy (Piano), David Smith (Violin) and Diane Stewart (Cello). Simon returns to The Spa stage with two performances with two old friends from the Spa Orchestra David and Diane.
Dates: Saturday 2 May 7.45pm and Sunday 3 May 11.00am
Entry:
Saturday 2 May, Adults :£9.00, Concessions £8.00
Sunday 3 May, Adults £5.50, Concessions £4.50
Contact Details: The Spa, South Bay, Foreshore Road, Scarborough, YO11 2HD
Telephone: 01723 357 869
Email:
Website: http://www.scarboroughspa.co.uk
HIDDEN HISTORY TOURS
At Clifford’s Tower you can learn and discover the hidden history of this enthralling building through this unique costumed guided tour full of fascinating facts. The tour is suitable for the whole family and you will explore this fascinating property inside and out. Tours are at 11am & 2.30pm and a small extra charge applies.
Date: Saturday 2 May – Monday 4 May 2009 (Bank Holiday)
Entry: Adults: £3.50, Concession: £3.00, Child: £1.80, Family: £8.80, Members: Free
Contact Details: Clifford’s Tower, Tower Street, York, YO1 9SA
Telephone: 01904 646 940
Website: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/cliffords
For those who fancy a trip further a field then why not take a trip to neighbouring Whitby where the following events are taking place:
SEASIDE ROCK AT WHITBY PAVILION COMPLEX
After the roaring success of last year’s Seaside Rock events Whitby Pavilion are delighted to be offering another great night for the bank holiday weekend.
Date: Sunday 3 May 2009
Entry: £10.00
Contact Details: Whitby Pavilion Complex, West Cliff, Whitby, YO21 3EN
Telephone: 01947 604 855
Website: http://www.scarborough.gov.uk/
MEDIEVAL WORST JOBS
Whitby Abbey in North Yorkshire is offering you the chance to meet a colourful cast of characters from the medieval period. You will be able to hear tales of horrid tasks and awful jobs, from peasants to our own medieval surgeon! You’re sure to be both gripped and repulsed!
Date: Sunday 3 and Monday 4 May 2009
Time of Event: 11am – 5pm
Entry: Adult:£5.50, Concession:£4.70, Child:£2.80, Family:£13.80, Members Free
Contact Details: Whitby Abbey, North Yorkshire, YO22 4JT
Telephone: 01947 603 568
Website: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.17360
LITTLEBECK GUIDED WALK
The North East Geology Trust have organised a guided walk at Littlebeck. The hills may be alive with the sound of music but Littlebeck woods are alive with Spring flowers!
Meeting Point: Falling Foss car park
Date: Sunday 3 May 2009
Time of Event: 12.00pm – 4.00pm
Entry: £2.00 per person
Contact Details: North East Yorkshire Geology Trust, Littlebeck, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 5HB
Telephone: 01947 881 000
For further details on what to see and do whilst staying at Scarborough or Malton Hotels over the Bank Holiday click here.
