Scarborough
Scarborough on the east coast of North Yorkshire is renowned as Britain's first resort. There are two beaches; South Bay with the Spa, harbour and amusement arcades and the tranquil North Bay. The bays are connected by Marine Drive; ideal for a drive or walk, and dominated by the medieval twelfth century Scarborough castle.
Attractions in Scarborough UK
The Spa Complex of theatres provides live entertainment of many varieties and during the summer hosts the Scarborough Spa Orchestra concerts, 2012 will be the 100th concert season. Scarborough is the only remaining seaside resort in the country with a professional orchestra. There is a film festival, an annual Jazz Festival, 28th - 30th September 2012, and the 15th annual Dance Festival takes place from the 6th - 11th November 2012
The Futurist Theatre on Foreshore Road hosts varied entertainment throughout the year. From the latest movies to live shows; major stars for one off concerts, full staged weekly musicals, ballets and summer shows. Some of the performances enjoyed in 2011 include; Wayne Sleep and Brendan Cole in February, and Ken Dodd and One Night of Queen in August. From 27th February - 3rd March 2012 Ben Ellis is to star in Dreamboats and Petticoats.
The Stephen Joseph Theatre with its famous theatre in the round offers a wealth of entertainment throughout the year.
Yorkshire county cricket can be enjoyed at Scarborough's North Marine Road cricket ground in May and August this year.
The television programme The Royal was filmed in Scarborough and district, many of our visitors enjoy walking along the Esplanade to see the South Bay clock tower as featured in the show. Just a few miles away at Pickering visitors can board a North Yorkshire Moors Railway steam train and travel to Heartbeat country.
The Forestry Commission Great Yorkshire Forest of Dalby is a great day out in every season. There is lovely drive through the forest with plenty of places to stop and take a walk. Dalby Forest hosts two annual concerts in June as part of The Forestry Commissions live annual music series, in 2012 Will Young will perform on the 29th and Plan B on the 30th.
