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From left, Sarah Cowan (Yorkshire Coast Homes), Stephanie Baker, James Ellis, Tony Baker and Yorkshire Air Ambulance fundraiser Jean Dixon.
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TONY Baker of Sea View Crescent Osgodby put on a dazzling Christmas lights display and raised over one and a half thousand pounds for Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Tony’s brilliant lights display at his home in Osgodby caused quite the stir with people going especially to witness the festive treat while also donating money to a cause very close to Tony’s heart. He explained: “My daughter Stephanie and wife Margaret were involved in an awful accident on the A1 seven years ago and Stephanie was left fighting for her life in a coma. “If it had not been for the superb response from
“I would like to thank everyone who donated money for the Ambulance through the Christmas lights, and it was a pleasure raising money in such a nice way. “A grand total of £1,583,55 was raised and a special thanks to Sarah Cowan from Yorkshire Coast Homes who donated £1,000 through their Charity Fund.” n For more on the Yorkshire Air Ambulance visit: www.yorkshireairambulance.org.uk n If you have a story for the Scarborough Review then please contact: pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk or call 07815290457 or 01723 355797.
Dial A Ride running rural trial service By Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
DIAl A RIDe in Scarborough are currently running the 118 service after North Yorkshire County Council stopped it just before Christmas. The service originally operated one return trip between Monday and Fridays. Dial A Ride were approached and asked to operate a replacement service on a three month trial basis but just for two days a week. The new service runs on Tuesdays and Fridays and leaves Staxton (old school) at 11.00 am picking up at Flixton bus shelter, Folkton lane end, the Ship in Muston, Filey bus station and then on to Morrison’s arriving around 11.30am. The return journey is at 1.30pm from Morrisons. The cost for the return journey is £3.50. Unfortunately, concessionary passes cannot be accepted. Dial A Ride manager Julie Banks said: “The big difference is that passengers must pre-book their trips by phoning Dial A Ride on 01723 354434. “The trial started on December 5 2014 and will run until March 6 2015. Whether or not it continues after then will be dependent on the number of passengers using the service.”
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The group wrap up warm for winter in January
Volunteer group closing in on their very own calendar By Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THe Steps at Gallows Close group are launching their very own calendar for 2016 and the Scarborough Review are helping them. The volunteer-led community group helps those with disabilities and learning difficulties get together twice a week at the centre on endcliffe Crescent to enjoy, fun, games and socialising. And to help raise vital funds to help them continue their good work, the group are creating their very own calendar to sell next year. Scarbrorough Review have got on board and will be supplying the photographs and the printing of the calendars. Group founder Janice Scarborough, said: “We are delighted to be doing the calendar and it is fantastic that the Scarborough Review are helping us; we are chuffed to bits!” Scarborough Review editor Pete Spence, added: “The work this group does is exceptional and they really make a difference to many lives. When Janice mentioned the idea of the calendar we were more than happy to get involved.”
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Running man Darren going the distance to raise money for charity Words & pictures by Pete Spence SCARBOROUGH man Darren Trapps is putting in the miles both at work and in his spare time as he raises money for charity. Darren, 42, put his running gear on after a over a decade of not competing in sporting events, following the death of his partner’s mother. Darren explained: “I used to play football and cricket locally for teams like Civil Service but had not done for some time.
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Top Secret blues festival at the Spa Words and photos by Dave Barry CelTIC rock star Pat McManus, gritty Australian artist Rory ellis and Guy Tortora’s Americana band have been booked to play at Scarborough’s Top Secret blues festival in March. Organised by voluntary promoter and director Mark Horsley, it will be at the Spa Ocean Room from March 20-22. last year’s festival, in the cellar bar of the Cask pub, sold out six months in advance, says Mark. The new venue is much larger and will have two stages. “In addition to familiar favourites such as the multiaward winning Ian Siegal, Jon Amor, MG Greaves,
TC and the Moneymakers and leila Dee, we will be welcoming back the multi-award-winning vocalist Connie lush and crossover star of the blues / soul / rock world, Jo Harman,” says Mark. Sharing the bill are laVendore Rogue, David Migden and the Twisted Roots, Goldie Reed, top slide guitarist Willie and the Bandits, the Jar Family and a reemerging star from the 1990s, Tony Devenport. Weekend tickets cost £88, from the Spa box office. Day tickets cost £28 for the Friday evening and £48 for the Saturday and Sunday.
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SCARBOROUGH lady Hayley Pickles has been bringing smiles to plenty of faces in and around the area after taking up her role as a Community Champion for Tesco. And Hayley also offered up a chocolate treat for pupils at Woodlands Academy (School) in Scarborough after winning a raffle. Hayley said: “My role of Community Champion for Tesco basically means I go out in the community and help local groups with fundraising events or volunteering my time. “I’ve really enjoyed going to the Open Arms at eastfeild and helping with the food bank there for example. “We’ve also been able to give out small amounts of money to local groups so they can buy raffle prizes to help grow their charity or organisation.”
Darren has completed the Scarborough 10K and is all set to take part in the Silverstone Half Marathon at the famous race course on March 12. He added: “I am looking forward to that but it will be a challenge for me. I have to thank my partner and my daughter Mia for supporting me. Mia comes out training with me and usually follows me around on her bike. This time last year I could not run one kilometre and the Silverstone event is 21KM, so it shows what you can do if you set your mind to it.” n To support Darren visit his just giving page at: www.justgiving.com/darrentrapps
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Champion effort from Tesco Hayley! by Pete Spence
“My partner Susan Richardson’s mum died of pancreatic cancer in 2008 and I decided I wanted to get fit and raise money to help the hospice who supported her.
This is a new role for the Scarborough Tesco store although other stores have had Community Champions for several years. Hayley added: “As a community champion I am able to give out gift cards to spend in store to help grow local charities. For me the best part is being able to go along and help when they have events and volunteer my time. Also we’ve been able to help the Salvation Army with food to help support their winter food kitchen.” Hayley won a raffle in another supermarket which was raising cash for Woodlands School with their Christmas Raffle, but she also decided to donate the prize back to the school. She said: “It was a giant chocolate robin I won in Sainsbury’s and I thought the kids at Woodlands would do a better job at tackling it than me.” If any local organisations or charities would like Hayley’s help then please ask at Tesco Scarborough, Westwood.
Scarborough band set the scene with new music video by Pete Spence
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SCARBOROUGH band Stray Scene are hoping to get noticed even more in 2015 with the launch of their first ever official music video. The group have just released the video for Never loved You like I loved You the First Time, on YouTube, and have plans for much more in 2015. lead singer Scott eccles said: “We are delighted to have released our first official video and it was a lot of fun to do. It is a fantastic way of getting your music noticed as YouTube is massively popular and it means anyone can see it anywhere in the world.” The band are set to release a second music video in February for the track The Devil’s Pushing Me in Your Way. Scott added: “We have teamed up with the very talented Dan Richards for the second video and can’t wait to get it out there for people to hopefully enjoy. Also this year we are planning to gig around the country including places such as leeds, Manchester, liverpool and Brighton, so that is also very exciting. “There will also be a brand new eP with four brand new tracks on which we will be giving away free at all our gigs and to our fans. We will also be at Staxtonbury too which is a fantastic event which gets great local support. “Anyone wanting to keep an eye on what we are up to can visit our Facebook page, which is www.facebook.com/ StraySceneOfficial. Thanks to everyone for supporting us.” n If you are in a local band or are a solo artist or entertainer and would like some press coverage, then please email: pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk or call 07815290457.
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Dave and Kerry Nicholson of Twilight Productions and youngsters bust some dance moves at Gallows Close Centre
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New community centre welcomes residents Words and photo by Dave Barry
CASTle COMMUNITY NeTWORK is looking forward to welcoming more residents to its new community centre the Base, at 46 Cross Street, Scarborough. Since opening its doors in September, the response from residents wishing to help has been very positive, says a spokesperson. Most activities are managed by volunteers. Subjects include IT help and tuition, administration, craft sessions, office services (photocopying, laminating and graphics) and information on local services and support. Recent recruit Dominic Roe said: “I recently moved to the area and answered an advert for volunteers. I wanted to work in a place that fostered community spirit. It is a friendly and vibrant centre and I enjoy my volunteering here.” Anyone aged over 50 can access free taster sessions using a laptop, tablet or other devices. Yorkshire Coast Homes tenants have their tuition paid for by their landlord. IT tuition is one-to-one with refreshments available to learners.
Three craft sessions are held every week - multi-media crafts on Monday, from 10.30am - 12.30pm; drawing and painting on Tuesday, from 10am - 12 noon; and button crafts on Wednesday, from 1 – 3pm. Funding has just been secured to extend craft activities to three more sessions open to Castle ward residents. A garden club for local residents will begin in March. CCN would like to provide more opportunities for people to meet and socialise at the Base and the group welcomes ideas for new activities. The charity employs a community organiser, Christine Mackay, who will be out and about, speaking to residents. She said: “We really want our community centre and all CCN activities to be run by residents for residents. We can provide the resources and practical help to get things up and running and offer as many different opportunities for socialising and learning as we can”. n To find out more, ring the Base on 01723 372712. The charity’s website, www.castlecommunitynetwork.org, is in the process of being updated. The Base is open Monday to Thursday, 10am – 4pm.
Manor Road Nurseries growing strong in 2015 Words & picture by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THe re-furbished Manor Road Nurseries has made a blooming great start to 2015. Dorothy Russell, chair’ of the Friends of Manor Road Nurseries shop said: “The shop is off to a flying start for 2015 with a spectacular blaze of colour from high quality Primroses. “The shop also has a selection of Hydrangeas grown from cuttings from the varied collection of plants from across the Borough plus evergreen shrubs. These are all reasonably priced and of the quality that has helped win the Borough many awards.”
Mrs Russell hopes the recentlyrefurbished shop will attract more customers than before. She says that support from the public and media enabled the Friends to keep this facility open and now the task is to develop the business in order to establish it firmly amongst the Borough’s gardeners. n For further information contact Dorothy Russell on 01723 373292 or email: eric371@btinternet.com
Community workshops produce lots of fun! Words & picture by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
TWIlIGHT Productions are taking their skills out and about to local communities. And they kicked off their programme of workshops with an open day session at the Gallows Close Centre on endcliffe Crescent. Dave Nicholson, from Twilight, said: “It was a very fun open day and it was great to meet local families ahead of the workshops. Throughout the day youngsters popped in and chatted, played games, learned to sing songs and perform dance routines.
“We have a base at the YMCA leisure Centre in Scarborough but we felt it was important to get out to venues such as the Gallows Close Centre in the communities, for those who may not necessarily be able to come to us.” The series of workshops start from January 31 from 10.30am-12pm. The sessions include learning dance moves, silly games that encourage confidence, singing techniques, party dances, voice work, laughter and most importantly making new friends. n For more information or to register for the workshops please ring 01723 378102 or email: gallowsclosecentre@gmail.com.
Filey event to offer advice on home swapping by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
YORKSHIRe Coast Homes are holding an event in Filey to help people who would like to house swap. The Room To Move event takes place at the evron Centre on Wednesday February 18 between 11am-1pm. Andy lord, Yorkshire Coast Homes
Welfare Reform Advisor said: “The event is mainly focused around home swapping but advice will also be available in regards to job searching, training, benefit assistance, general YCH tenancy advice, health and wellbeing all from a variety of local agencies.” n Contact Andy on 01723 343436 or email: andy.lord@ych.org.uk
Boro man Eric picks up competition prize Words & photo by Pete Spence
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“Over the years I had several roles with the club including programme editor and running the supporters’ club.
THe man who won the Scarborough Review Boro competition is certainly no stranger to the club. eric Pickup, 70, of Hovingham Drive, Scarborough, has supported his local club for over 60 years and was even match sponsor at their first ever Football league game against Wolves at the Athletic Ground in 1987. eric said: “It is fantastic to have won the competition as I go and watch the new set up as much as I can. “I have been following Boro for as long as I can remember and sponsored the infamous Wolves match which was their first in the old fourth division of the Scarborough Review Boro competition winner Eric Pickup with his prize, plus the match ball from the Boro vs Wolves game in 1987 and a special plaque he received for sponsoring the match.
“It was disappointing what happened with the old club but the new side are doing their best and hopefully will be back home soon.” eric is not able to make it to all games but has kindly said that if anyone would like to ask him for use of a ticket then to please call him on 07583017631.
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Hospice supporter wins £3000
Scarborough Orchestra brings in top brass Fresh from his New Year’s Day concert on worldwide television with the Vienna Philharmonic, Ian Bousfield will be heading to Scarborough next month to perform the Trombone Concerto by Nino Rota, a composer best known for his Oscar-winning film scores for the first two Godfather films.
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“This is an incredible coup for our orchestra to perform with such a world class musician” said Shaun Matthew, conductor of the Scarborough Symphony Orchestra. “Once again Scarborough’s thriving amateur orchestra will be providing an unforgettable musical occasion for local concertgoers.” he said.
Fallen Empires, from left, Rob Walden, Robbie Page and Joe Sheppard, and Scarborough’s Connor Lawlor
Live music proves the key at Scarborough cafe-bar Lottery winner, Lianna. lIANNA Joy, who had left her phone for the week, had been enjoying a January break with her family in a log cabin out in the sticks, unaware of the £3000 that was at home waiting for her. When the hospice supporter returned from Scotland and caught up with her messages she discovered that Saint Catherine’s lottery staff had been trying to contact her to tell her she had won first prize in their Christmas draw. . “It was a lovely surprise, really lovely,” she said. lianna has been a member of the hospice lottery for years. She works part-time at the hospice shop in Falsgrave and raised £500 for Saint Catherine’s when she did a charity parachute jump. She bought her tickets for the Christmas draw months ago and never gave them another thought until the call came telling her she’d won. Now she is looking forward to treating her children, Orla, six, and Anya, three.
Words & picture by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THe debut live music gig at Thrumbles Cafe-Bar on Victoria Road in Scarborough was a resounding success. The venue was packed out for the inaugural event which featured local artist Connor lawlor and York band Fallen empires. Thrumbles owner Aaron Ward said: “It was a great night and at one point we were a bit concerned that we would not be able to accommodate everyone! “With us having a small and compact venue it meant everyone was interacting and the atmosphere was fantastic.” “everyone would stop and listen intently to the great artists we had showcasing their
talent and overall I was delighted with the outcome.” The artists were recorded and Aaron has produced a mixed video of the night which he will post on the Thrumbles Facebook page and on Twitter. Music sessions will continue at Thrumbles every Friday night, starting from around 8pm, although it is recommended to get there early to avoid disappointment. Aaron added: “Thank you to everyone who came and made the night special and a big thanks to Connor lawlor and Fallen empires who were amazing and performed brilliantly. “Also cheers again Pete Spence and the Scarborough Review for coming down and for continuing to help show what a great community we have here in Scarborough.”
The concert takes place at Scarborough’s Methodist Central Hall in Queen Street at 7.30 pm on Saturday, February 7. There is an optional free talk about the music beforehand at 6.45pm. Free parking is available. Admission is £10 and £8.50 for concessions. Children up to 16 and fulltime students are free. n Full details of all the season’s concerts as well as current vacancies are available on the orchestra’s website. Visit www.scarborough-orchestra.co.uk
Musical extravaganza at the Filey Evron Centre By Krystal Starkey
FIleY ACADeMY OF MUSIC will be putting on a jam packed show at the evron Centre on January 30. The set will feature students past and present plus guests. Acts are Spaced out, Cowboys and co, The Ramshackle, Shanty Men, locked out and Alan lewis. The evening will be presented by Scarborough and BRYl Radio DJ Barry Robinson. n Tickets are £5 available from Filey Music and all profits will be donated to charity.
Christine Craig, lottery coordinator, said that the draw had raised much-needed funds for Saint Catherine’s. “It’s lovely to ring someone and tell them some good news,” she said. “We’re always looking for more people to join our lottery and look forward to contacting lots more winners this year.” n Anyone interested in joining the lottery can ring 01723 356028.
SCAlBY & Newby library provides a local hub of activity for many across the area from reading books, to using their IT facilities, to holding charity events and for many as a way of socialising with others from the community. The Friends of Scalby & Newby library work to raise money for not just the running of the facility, but also local charities. Their Crafty Articles knitting group has done tremendous work in raising money
How you can support bid to save library facility for the likes of Cystic Fibrosis and the Rainbow Centre in Scarborough, while their support of the Macmillan Coffee Morning has also been a success. Carol Brett added: “The library brings people together from the young children who come in on their way home from school, to the adults and senior citizens who also make use of the facility and the wonderful books and information available. “I still maintain that this, and other
community libraries are vitally important because not everyone is able to get into the main library in the town centre. Hopefully with the support of the Scarborough Review and the public we can do something about maintaining its future.” If you would like to back our campaign and help save Scalby & Newby library then please visit: www.northyorks.gov.uk/ libraryconsultation and head for the ‘Give us your views’ section.
Or write to them at: North Yorkshire County Council County Hall Northallerton North Yorkshire Dl7 8AD Or you can email me and I will forward all supporting emails to NYCC: pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk All correspondence needs to be submitted by Sunday February 8.
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Dear Editor A Happy New Year to you and congratulations to all your team for an excellent newspaper. My husband Michael first introduced me to the Scarborough Review and now we always look forward to it every month. I have been writing country and coastal features for 34 years and wondered whether your readers could help me solve a problem? We have recently discovered Jonno’s Field in Barrowcliff and its remarkable sculptures on the hilltop. I would be grateful if any of your readers could provide any information on the area, its history and the sculptures. I am intrigued to discover more about this wonderful place.
From, Maureen & Malcolm Robinson Scarborough
Dear Editor I would just like to say thank you to everyone who has been tuning into the Twelfth Man sports show on Radio Scarborough. It has been a massive hit for us and Anthony Taylor has been a revelation as the main presenter and producer. Anthony is a hugely passionate football fan and it comes across in his infectious manner when he speaks about the game. We have some great help from the likes of Will Baines at Boro matches and Dave Campbell at the Scarborough Rugby games; both providing excellent updates. We are on the look out for any keen Bridlington Town or Pickering Town
n If you have any information on Jonno’s Field or would like to supply a letter to the Scarborough Review then please email: pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk or write to me: Scarborough Review, 9 Wykeham Street, Scarborough YO12 7SA.
Dear Editor We would like to take this opportunity to say thank you for the coverage you gave our group in the last edition of the Scarborough Review. It is often difficult for smaller voluntary groups like ourselves to get publicity so it is hugely appreciated. It is great that volunteers and people in the community who give their time for free
are recognised. We have had a brilliant start and with the continued hard work and generosity of everyone involved I am sure we can continue to succeed. So once again thanks to everyone who has helped. Janice Scarborough Steps at Gallows Close
Dear Editor I was delighted to read Callum Day’s poetic and very moving opinion (Issue 17 of the Scarborough Review) of Scarborough, past and present. The loss, or decline, of so many of our resort’s tourist attractions has been well documented with countless images consigned to Memory lane, in print and at exhibitions. However, I was particularly interested in the reference to our former
Athletic Ground (McCain Stadium), once graced by the likes of Chelsea and Arsenal FC, but now an absolute disgrace: shame on all those responsible, and they know who they are. However, a silver lining appears in the form of the dedicated work of Roger Burnett and his team, Scarborough Civic Society (looking forward to this summer’s display in the restored Rose Garden) and the admirable volunteers of the various
Dear Editor I have written five novels currently under my pen name of Malcolm Bruce, all a continuing saga of the fictional saga of the Sheader family of Scarborough. However, the first novel, Thunder From The Sea, was set during the Scarborough bombardment which as an ex-employee of the Royal Navy had my special interest. I made a deep study of the bombardment as I knew of the connection between events of 100 years ago and
supporters who may fancy giving us some updates from their matches. The more teams we can cover then the better, and hopefully we can continue to progress what already is an exciting show. If you can help then please email: ant@radioscarborough.co.uk Kind regards Jerry Scott Radio Scarborough all our lives today, a rather disturbing one it has to be said. The letter in your paper from Charles Agar (Issue 17) still highlights some of the facts people don’t fully understand. The attack by Derfflinger and Von der Tann, both of them battle cruisers, was carried out by their secondary armament of six inch calibre guns, still big guns it has to be said! The armour piercing shells for the two ship’s main armament was reserved in case they came into contact with units of the British fleet, which luckily for them they did not. I have been doing a number of talks about this and the disturbing and worrying connection with today, entitled The Scarborough bombardment from a different perspective. I will be giving this illustrated presentation at Scarborough library on May 14 at 7pm, all are welcome. Kind regards Malcolm Bruce
Friends groups. Sadly, although our Mere still retains its natural beauty, and credit due to the current owners of the lakeside cafe, any hope for restoration to its former glory has almost certainly been abandoned. Callum Day’s final comment ‘what next ?’ is worth bearing in mind. Yours faithfully Charles Braithwaite Scarborough
A Journey for the Better
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by Callum Day
A WOMAN standing in Ganton, near the level crossing, burning documents, photos, videos, basically her past, for who she was once, removing her old self and modernising the updated, hoping things will get better, The Scarborough Spa express how, it would thunder through in summer with coaches full of passengers. Before it was me and Vauxhall’s flagship, car of the year in 1987. The Carlton GSI 3000 in sterling silver, I’ve just transferred from Malton, here to continue my job, as it would seem, outside of Scarborough A64, countryside is fair, but nothing new as always, on entering the town centre, terraced houses, queues, frozen time zone, very grubby looking. Tourists see this on their way in to a seaside resort?
Of course, you, you entered my life. You’re from Whitby the other side. I took a chance, a gamble, forever knowing there was a risk, why am I back here? Meeting you made me happy, loving parents, loving siblings, always open arms, always there. I meet you and you meet me, two of us, neutralising the negativity, here we are thundering through the Whitby Road through the countryside on our way to a dwell town, in your 1987 Brooklands Capri glossed and enriched in Brooklands green. Scarborough, what it must have been like back in the sixties and seventies, with Ford Zephyrs and Triumphs Dolomites and Stags. Town bustled with people, the Floral hall, Futurist sold out, hotels risk of overflow,
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by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
Captain Cook on the agenda at philatelic meeting
THe next meeting of the Scarborough Philatelic Society takes place on Tuesday February 3. The meeting will commence from 7pm at Scarborough libray, where the group chairman is booked to show items illustrating Captain Cook’s second voyage of discovery. Those interested in stamps and postal history are welcome to attend.
Donate your gifts and support hospice!
SAINT Catherine’s Hospice is appealing for help to turn unwanted Christmas gifts and bottles of booze into money for patient care. Fundraiser Debbie Kay said that unwanted gifts and Christmas leftovers like unopened wine and chocolates could really help. “We know there will be many people out there who received extra or unwanted gifts, especially bottles of wine or spirits over Christmas,” she said. n Donations can be left at the hospice reception or anyone wanting to help can contact the fundraising department on 01723 378406 to arrange collection.
East Coast Open attracts top entries
ART works reflecting the huge wealth of talent on the Yorkshire coast can be seen at Scarborough Art Gallery up until Sunday March 15. The east Coast Open has attracted hundreds of entries from artists around the region, both professional and amateur, and the judges – artist len Tabner and arts patron lady Ayckbourn – have selected a final exhibition of around 160 pieces. entry to the exhibition is £3, which then includes entry fee to both Scarborough Art Gallery and the Rotunda Museum for a year. The Gallery is open Tuesday to Saturdays from 10am 5pm. n For further information, please call 01723 374753.
Oscar Winners in the Winter Garden IT’S currently award season and the papers are full of this actor and that actress who are hoping to win accolades in Hollywood. In the Muck and Magic garden the Oscar for plant of the month is awarded to our beautiful snowdrops which are eagerly awaited every year. Once established, these stars of the winter garden will generally look after themselves but they can be a little tricky until they feel at home. Given a little attention in the early stages snowdrops will repay your kindness by flowering for many years to come. Best planted in a heavier soil that won’t dry out too quickly, the bulbs will appreciate some shade from nearby trees and shrubs. Open woodland or planting in grass is ideal. A favourite question for the muck and magic gardeners concerns planting and replanting of snowdrops. Many people ask why the bulbs can’t be planted in autumn like
daffodils or tulips. Snowdrops are best planted whilst they still have their green leaves intact - just after the flowers have faded in February or March. If you want to move some plants in your own garden or you have been offered some bulbs from a neighbour dig up and divide the clumps as soon as flowering is over. Don’t delay in replanting as the bulbs won’t appreciate drying out and may take some time to recover. established snowdrops will always appreciate a dusting of bonemeal fertilizer when the
flowers are fading and this will help build up the bulbs for next season. Wrap up warm and get out and enjoy these hardy spring messengers which have a perfect feel good factor. A great pick me up on a cold winter day.
Proud to help local group blossom
From left, Ian Groom, Zoe Groom, Robert Kendall, Peter Staveley, Val Aston (Proudfoot Food Stores), Lois Staveley, Sue Groom, Joanne Gillon and Sue Tipple
Penguin Family reunited By Krystal Starkey
Work on a spectacular new attraction at Scarborough Sea life has led to 12 resident Humboldt penguins taking a short break at the Sanctuary’s sister attraction in Great Yarmouth. The move has brought penguin mum Clumsy back together with son Nester and daughter Mumbles and introduced her for the first time to her three granddaughters. The reunited family will have until mid-March to reminisce before the Scarborough penguins head back to their smart new enclosure with their six new friends from Belgium. “They will find a new enlarged penguin paradise complete with spectacular new rockwork and a waterfall and stream feeding into their spacious dive pool,” said Scarborough Sea life’s lyndsey Crawford.
Words & picture by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
MOMeNTUM is growing for Newby & Scalby in Bloom for 2015 after they received a generous donation from a local store. Proudfoot Food Stores kindly gave the group £1,000 to help them buy gardening tools and equipment. And this major boost comes as the group put plans in motion for their big annual plant sale which this year has a new venue. The third annual plant sale takes place at Scalby Parish Hall on Scalby Road on Saturday May 30 between 11am-2pm (previously held at the Rosette). And this year’s event is set to be bigger and better than ever. Newby & Scalby in Bloom member Sue Groom said: “We are delighted that Proudfoot have continued to support us and the money they have given is really does help. “The tools and equipment we need do not come cheap and it means we can continue our work to the highest standards possible.”
As well as there being cut flowers, geraniums, bedding plants and vegetables on offer at the plant sale there will also be a bumper raffle with a £100 prize.
Back from left, Val Pattison, Sue Groom, Joanne Gillon, front from left, Ian Groom, Zoe Groom and Sue Tipple
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FORGOTTEN SCARBOROUGH - THE PEOPLES PALACE by Margot Walker HOW many people living in Scarborough have seen the buses running from the park and ride on Seamer Road to a destination called Aquarium Top and wondered where it is? And even if they know that, have wondered where the name came from? The bus stop for Aquarium Top is situated at the bottom of Ramshill Road, at the roundabout leading off to the Spa and right beside the underground car park. A pretty insignificant setting for what was once the jewel in Scarborough’s crown. The correct title for this entertainment complex was The People’s Palace and Aquarium. The original plan was for it to be a medicinal baths and spa, banking on Scarborough’s reputation of being a Spa town and the first seaside resort of its kind in Britain. However, these best laid plans were eventually set aside in favour of a completely different project. The architect commissioned to design the complex was eugene Birch (1818 – 1884) who had previously designed the Brighton Aquarium and the Blackpool North Pier Indian Pavilion. Birch’s association with Scarborough had actually begun several years earlier as he was the architect behind the design of the North Bay Pier which opened in 1869, only to be closed
A poster advertising a Victorian attraction
and dismantled after storm damage in 1905. His work and design was inspired by Hindu temples and architecture and a painting by an unknown artist hangs in Scarborough Art Gallery, depicting what the ballroom looked like in its heyday. The Peoples’ Palace and Aquarium opened on Whit Monday, 1877. The cost of admission was one shilling (5p in today’s money) and those Scarborough residents who flocked to see it were met with a ‘veritable cornucopia’ of delights and eccentricities. The Palace stretched over 2.25 acres and included a concert hall, a reading room, dining area and a fernery. The aquarium itself held over 75,000 gallons of water making it (at that time) the largest aquarium tank in the world. It was also used for swimming exhibitions and in 1880 Captain Matthew Webb, the first man to swim the english Channel unaided, paid a visit and, apart from a couple of four minute breaks, allegedly swam for 74 hours non-stop. In addition to all of that the Palace also played host to a zoo featuring lions, tigers, monkeys, elephants and exotic birds. The zoo eventually closed in 1913. Unfortunately, the enterprise wasn’t financially successful and in 1886 it was sold to a Mr William Morgan. He made a point of promoting live entertainment, introducing such exotic acts as Umran the Armless Wonder, Zasma the Acrobat
How the Aquarium looks today and Ada Webb – empress of the Sea. In addition to those wonders, he also introduced a theatre, a swimming pool and an ice rink. Despite all of this, however, the Peoples’ Palace still found itself in financial difficulties and was eventually taken over by Scarborough Council in 1925 and renamed Gala land. It was in 1925 when Gala land found itself in the national press when a tram crashed through the roof of the ballroom. The tram had apparently lost its grip of the tracks as it ascended Vernon Road and slipped backwards, eventually plummeting 30 feet into the ballroom. In its heyday, Gala land was the ultimate entertainment complex of the time, as well as being host to several
visiting demonstrations, one of which was The Televisor, long before John logie Baird developed the first television. Scarborough Council also added to the number of entertainments and curiosities to be experienced. It was host to the Thelma Hammond Orchestra which played there twice a day and was unusual inasmuch as it was an allfemale orchestra, a phenomenon virtually unheard of at that time. There was a rollercoaster which had a route around all the rooms – even the palatial ones! You could watch spear-wielding dancing Zulus on a daily basis. And, if that wasn’t enough, you could enjoy a dip in the swimming pool, get lost in the maze or play on the turn of the century curiosities such as automatons and ‘What the Butler Saw’ machines. And all whilst being underground. However, as had always been the case, Gala land finally ran again into financial difficulties mostly due to the proliferation of dance halls and picture houses springing up, and young people seeking out new and different forms of entertainment, and in 1966 Gala land closed its doors for the final time. It was eventually demolished and mostly filled in, leaving enough space for the underground car park which we are familiar with today. And the name Aquarium Top that we see on buses? Well, that’s a reference to the glory days when the top of the aquarium used to stick up – where the roundabout is today.
How ballroom in the Aquarium would have looked
Coastival set to be a scorcher Please help rabbits find a COASTIVAl kicks off at Scarborough spa on Friday February 13, the centre stage will be ‘Reverberation’, a celebration of Scarborough’s musical history with live and DJ music aswell as memorabilia on display. Coastival’s organisers, Scarborough-based arts development agency Create, say Reverberation has caught local music lovers’ imaginations. Director Wendy Holroyd said: “We have been staggered by the reaction to Reverberation and it has shown us just what a big place Scarborough’s musical history has in local people’s hearts. n For more information on Coastival visit www.coastival.com
new home by Pete Spence
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THe RSPCA In Scarborough are looking for homes for two adorable rabbits. Barney (grey dutch ) is two and a half years old and emily (lop) is one-and-ahalf years old (both neutered). These gorgeous buns are looking for a very special home where they can stay together. emily is a really friendly bun and will come running for a fuss. Barney is a little shy and he prefers to sit and wait for you go to him for a fuss. These are now the longest stay rabbits and really deserve to find a home forever.
n If you would like more information about these rabbits or are interested in adopting them, please contact Scarborough RSPCA on 01723 369804 and they will return your call.
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Sex, murder and Strictly – it’s all in Books by the Beach Report by Dave Barry
THe anniversaries of Magna Carta and Waterloo; chills in Scarborough prison; Hercules Poirot in the Town Hall; murder on Strictly Come Dancing; and Sex in the library. These are just some of the treats in store at this year’s Books by the Beach, the Scarborough book festival running from April 15-19. Co-directors Heather French and Peter Guttridge are returning for a second year. “We’re putting the finishing touches to a few events but we’re pretty much there,” says Heather. The line-up includes several top crime writers. Peter James will discuss the stage versions of his Roy Grace novels; psychological thriller writer Sophie Hannah will host a Poirot dinner at the Town Hall; and SJ Watson will discuss Second life, his follow-up to worldwide bestseller Before I go to Sleep, with novelist louise Doughty, whose foray into crime fiction, Apple Tree Yard, was a major success last year. Former MP Ann Widdecombe, best known these days for her appearance on Strictly Come Dancing, will discuss her debut crime novel Dancing Detective – set, naturally, in the world of a televised dance competition. It’s 800 years since King John signed the
Magna Carta and 200 since the Battle of Waterloo – both of which come up at the book festival. “It’s not widely known but King John visited Scarborough on a number of occasions,” Heather says. “So there is a local link.” One of the festival coups is an event with BBC radio director Helen Boaden, focussing on radio and storytelling. The award-winning broadcaster has strong local connections. “We were so pleased with the support we received for last year’s festival we’ve tried to make this one even better,” says Heather. “Fingers crossed that we have succeeded!” ‘‘We’re thrilled that all our partnerships from last year are continuing,” she says. local sponsors include Boyes and Wold Top Brewery. “Bestseller beer is back,” Heather says. “But there’s also a competition in the pipeline linked to a ‘literary beer’ coming soon. “Once again, the festival wouldn’t be possible without the support in kind of the town council and the county council library service,” Peter adds. “The majority of events will take place in the library’s magnificent concert hall but we’ll also be using the Town Hall and the old prison.”
n Further big names and events will be announced on the festival website, www.booksbythebeach.co.uk, Facebook (BooksbytheBeach) and Twitter (@scarboroughbook). Tickets will go on sale in a few weeks.
Putting their best feet forward for charity
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Scarborough store putting on a show to raise cash for Cancer Support by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
Walkers at Hayburn Wyke, before the shorter leg of a previous walk.
Words and photo by Dave Barry PRePARATIONS are under way for a walk which raises thousands of pounds a year for local charities. The Rotary Crown Tavern Charity Walk, on Sunday May 3, will raise money for local disabled and disadvantaged children. The annual walk is in its 38th year and usually raises between £8,000 and £10,000. There are two options: a 21-mile walk starting in Hawsker and an eight-mile one starting at Hayburn Wyke. Both take the old the railway track and end at the Crown Tavern pub in Scalby Road, Scarborough. Whichever one they choose, walkers get a free coach ride from the pub, where registration takes place, to the starting points. entry / sponsor forms will be available
at the pub from February 7; or ring Jane Moment on 07999 839338. A sponsorship webpage at www.justgiving.com/rcscarborough is due to go live soon. Donations can be made at the same place. “100% of what the walkers raise is donated to the beneficiaries,” says Paula Holloway, one of the organisers. “We support the Disabled Swimming Group, Riding for the Disabled, Mencap’s Junior and Senior Gateway Clubs, Action for the Blind (mainly sport-related things), the Blind and Partially Sighted Society (mainly games and learning aids), a group for children with impaired hearing (transport to get them to events to meet similar families), epilepsy Action and the Wilf Ward Trust – all in the Scarborough area,” Paula says.
BONMARCHe in Scarborough are staging a fashion show in February to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support. The event takes place in the store at 21-22 Brunswick Pavilion on Saturday February 21 from 10.30am. Anyone who has any unwanted Christmas gifts and would like to help donate prizes for the tombola should take them into the store. n Call 01723 503538 and ask for Laura Bowes for more details.
Get in tune for Go Georgie Go! by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
WONKeY McDonky Fundraising have teamed up with Go Georgie Go to raise money for the Scarborough youngster. Georgie was born with Global Development Delay and his family have been raising money to help him learn to walk and communicate. They are holding a Karaoke Gong Show on Friday January 30 at Cayton Playing Fields Association between 7-11pm. Participants pay £3.50 to enter and people put money into a pot to boot those they want out of the competition. entry for non participants is free and all
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Childrens’ televison star heads to Scarborough by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
A CBeeBIeS star is heading to Scarborough Spa this summer as part of his first nationwide ‘live’ tour! The UK’s favourite pre-school superhero Tree Fu Tom will bring his special mix of Big World magic, movement, action and adventure to The Spa’s Grand Hall on Saturday August 8. n To purchase tickets or for more information visit: www.scarboroughspa. co.uk
Annual church service reaches 60 year milestone by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THe St Andrew’s United Reformed Church are holding their 60th Women’s World Day of Prayer annual service on Friday March 6. The event takes place at the church on Ramshill and starts at 10.30am. everyone is welcome to attend and fairtrade refreshments will be served. n For further details contact secretary Jean Glover on 01723 863116.
Tales from the cooler water
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surfing lesson at 7am. So, when you see me sat in front of my shop, remember that I do have a very gruelling job and deserve as much pity as you can spare. Winter is the time I concentrate on giving advanced lessons to surfers who have had a bit of experience (and are fully aware of how cold the weather will be). I don’t try to teach beginners in winter, as the cold is a bit much for all of us.
Word & Pictures by Steve Crawford SO the new year is upon us with an a vengeance. The month of dread, as the imminent creak of the letter box heralds the arrival of the credit card bill that made Christmas great. The cold weather, snow and hail and the drab, drab mornings. It is one of the months surfers hate more than most, because not only do we have all the above to contend with we also have to go in the freezing North Sea as well. I don’t expect any sympathy from you all as you could probably say it’s all our own fault and we should do something more sensible in winter like sitting in front of the fire, drinking tea and eating biscuits. Well, that works for most folks but it is actually my job to take people into the sea in winter, so I think I deserve at least a little sympathy. The morning before I wrote this column I was sat above North Bay in the snow, waiting for a guy so I could take him for a
Onto serious things, I’ve organised a Surfers Against Sewage beach clean on South Bay for February 14th as part of the Coastival festival. So, if you can drag yourself away from the other exciting events that Coastival have planned (and Valentine’s Day), it would be great if you could spare a little time to join us and make the beach a cleaner, safer place. Meet 12pm on the beach, near Spa bridge roundabout. All ages welcome, but under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. All equipment is provided - just bring yourselves and a load of enthusiasm. We will finish at 2pm but you don’t have to do the full two hours; any time you can spare will be appreciated. Another great event coming up is the film night in support of The British Museum of Surfing. The winner of the 2014 Surfer poll movie of the year, Strange Rumblings in Shangri la will be shown on February 25 at 8pm at Blue Crush Bar at the Sands Complex on North Bay. Tickets are available for £5 from Blue Crush or by calling 01723 362450 to reserve. The Film is a mix of high performance surfing, amazing cinematography and glorious locations. Shot in 16mm and made, as all good surf films should be, with plenty of soul.
Look out for porpoise, dolphins and whales off Scarborough Report by Dave Barry
THe seas off Scarborough are home to a wide variety of animals known as cetaceans. Seven types of porpoise, dolphin and whale have been seen off the Yorkshire coast in the last 12 months. While harbour porpoise are a common sight from the Marine Drive, you could also see minke whale, bottlenose dolphin and white beaked dolphin if you were lucky. An information board has been placed on the sea wall on the Marine Drive to help people identify species. The commonest species which can be seen from the Marine Drive almost every day is the harbour porpoise. A cousin of the dolphin, it is dark grey and is about 1.3 - 1.5 metres long, with a triangular dorsal fin visible as it surfaces
to breathe.
During December 2014 alone, some 83 harbour porpoise were recorded off the Marine Drive, either individuals or groups of up to six. The Marine Drive is one of the best places in the UK to see these animals and the best time is between December and April. “If you live in or visit Scarborough, you have a fantastic opportunity to see these exciting animals when you walk around the Marine Drive”, says Stuart Baines, an assistant regional coordinator for the Sea Watch Foundation in Yorkshire. SWF is a national charity working hard to improve the conservation and protection of whales, dolphins and porpoises in British and Irish waters. It monitors numbers and locations of whales, dolphins and porpoises around
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the UK through a network of over 1,000 observers. They gain valuable knowledge of the health of the marine environment and insight into the effects of chemical pollution, noise disturbance, over-fishing, accidental capture in fishing gear and climate change. SWF aims to involve the public in scientific monitoring; raise awareness and understanding of marine mammals and the threats they face; and educate, inform and advise people for better environmental protection. SWF relies on the public to provide details of cetacean sightings, which in Scarborough can be reported to Mr Baines via the Scarborough Porpoise Facebook and Twitter pages or by email: stuart@baines1994.fsnet.co.uk. n The Sea Watch Foundation can be contacted on sightings@seawatchfoundation.org.uk.
Auk invasion jams phone lines at Sea Life Sanctuary
SCARBOROUGH Sea life Sanctuary’s phone lines have been jam packed with reports of penguins off the Yorkshire coast.
Beach walkers and bird spotters contacted the Sanctuary to ask if any of its resident Humboldt penguins had escaped, after sighting penguinlike birds floating offshore.
“Happily it’s just a case of mistaken identity,” explained Senior Aquarist Todd German.
“This year we’ve been more than usually inundated because of exceptionally large numbers of ‘little auks’ appearing close to shore on their migration from the Arctic down to wintering grounds in the North Atlantic.” Todd said.
Todd and his colleagues suspect some of the callers were fooled by the fact that the Sanctuary’s penguins are currently absent, but happily they are just lodging at a sister attraction while their enclosure is redeveloped.
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Tourism to receive big boost from Tour de Yorkshire
Scarborough Councillior David Chance (far left), Councillor Andrew Backhouse (on bike) and Welcome To Yorkshire ‘s Janet Deacon (far right) and pupils from George Pindar School celebrate the announcement of the Scarborough stage of the Tour de Yorkshire
by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
lOCAl businesses in the Scarborough area are upbeat and ready to welcome the Tour de Yorkshire. Scarborough has been selected as the official stage one finish location for the race on Friday May 1. The race route will enter the south of the borough after a start in Bridlington and make its way via Hunmanby, Cayton, eastfield, east Ayton, Forge Valley and Hackness to Dalby Forest before going through the Ryedale district. It will then re-enter the borough on the North York Moors, going through Castleton, Danby, Glaisdale, egton and Sleights before arriving in the heart of Whitby. Competitors will race past Whitby railway station, across the swing bridge, along Church Street, up Green lane and along Hawsker lane. The route will then go through High Hawsker, Robin Hood’s Bay and Fylingthorpe before joining the
A171 for the ride towards Scarborough. The route into Scarborough will take the A165 Burniston Road to Peasholm roundabout and will then progress along North Marine Road and Castle Road, through the town centre via Aberdeen Walk and Vernon Road. It will then make its way along South Bay via Foreshore Road, Sandside and Marine Drive, round the castle headland onto Royal Albert Drive for a finish just beyond the Oasis Café with a wonderful backdrop of the sweeping North Bay and Scarborough Castle. Ashley Tyson, owner of Stepney Hill Farm, said: “This superb event will bring a lot of business to the town and surrounding villages. “I was fortunate enough to be involved in the very first Ride the Bos cycle race last year and some of that breathtaking route is also being used for the Tour de Yorkshire.” Henry Digby, of Yorkshire Coast Cycle Repairs, added: “It is very exciting news about the Tour de
The Grainary manager Mark Simpson
Ashley Tyson, owner of Stepney Hill Farm
Yorkshire coming here. I hope to lots of families and bike enthusiasts will come along in huge numbers and enjoy what Scarborough has to offer.” Mark Simpson, manager of The Grainary, commented: We’re really happy that the Tour De Yorkshire has chosen Scarborough and the surrounding areas for their route. “Being based in Harwood Dale, we regularly get cyclists visit our Tea Rooms and comment on how good the roads are. “The tour really brings a chance to put some of the smaller villages in the county on the map, and speaking on a business level we look forward to the extra exposure as well. We are already getting enquiries for our B&B which is fantastic.” Kev Sykes, owner of the Old Vic, added: “I think it is fantastic for our local economy and tourism in general. I believe it will attract lots of people to the area to witness the breathtaking views we have to offer.”
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Scarborough Strata by Will Watts Helping women go self-employed
Will Watts WelCOMe to the first in a series of a new regular article in the Scarborough Review that will explore the geological history of Scarborough and the surrounding area. each month we will take a look at a piece of the world famous geology that helps make our coastline so special; this will range from an entire landscape to a single rock or fossil or a combination of these. Firstly I should introduce myself, I have lived in Scarborough for the last 12 years and until 2013 worked for the museums in the town. As a geologist I was lucky enough to work on the 2008 re-development of the Rotunda Museum, and prior to that I ran the Dinosaur Coast project. Having spent my childhood living in and around the North York Moors National Park the coastline has always played an important part in my life, starting with fossil hunting trips for birthdays as a young lad, a fascination that has never left me. So why Scarborough Strata? The word strata is one of the terms used by geologists to describe a
layer of rock, it is also a word that will feature a lot in 2015 as we celebrate an important geological anniversary. Two hundred years ago, William ‘Strata’ Smith, the Father of english Geology, published the first geology map of england and Wales, we will take a proper look at the map in a future article, but a replica of the map is on display at the Rotunda Museum. Smith was instrumental in the setting up of the Rotunda Museum which was built in 1829 by the Scarborough Philosophical Society, to whom we will also return, but to whet your appetite for future articles I want to leave you with a quote from Smiths nephew, Professor John Phillips written in 1825 “Scarborough’s Castle Hill is surely the finest spot for a geologist that the whole earth contains”, a sentiment that it is hard to argue with. n See what else Will is up to by visiting: www.hiddenhorizons.co.uk
Getting women into selfemployment Words and photo by Dave Barry
A SelF-eMPlOYMeNT course for women is being offered by Yorkshire Coast enterprise in Scarborough. entitled Totally locally Women, the course includes three fullday workshops covering business planning, marketing and finances. They will be followed by six two-hour workshops covering confidence, self-esteem and time management. The course, beginning on Tuesday February 3, is free and open to all women, aged 16 and over.
Priority will be given to unemployed women. “But if someone is employed, provided spaces are available, a free place will be offered,” says YCe employer engagement manager lynne Taylor-Holt. “The courses are to be held in Scarborough, but travel costs may be considered for anyone in the Whitby and Malton areas. However, if numbers permit, we can look at a course in these areas.” n For details, ring 01723 588063. The course is being funded by the Royal Bank of Scotland.
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IT has been a busy time for those working at Markham-Inc recently. The Scarborough-based Architectural practice has been serving both local residents and those from further afield for over seven years now. The company was founded on the philosophy that great architecture needn’t be expensive and that expensive architecture often isn’t great. It is a motto that has served them well as they have built up an a dedicated following of clients, all looking for innovative design in a cost conscious world. “We are always happy to help with challenging project, the company has dealt with many interesting schemes over the years whether it’s new housing, extensions, commercial schemes or health service projects,” explained Markham-Inc’s Managing Director, Philip Markham. “We’ve had some very exciting projects over the past seven years. Not only have we been able to gain planning approval to relocate the Knipe Point residents from a crumbling cliff to a new area of Scarborough, but we have have also had one of our schemes chosen to be featured on BBC’s empty Homes.” Despite having his designs on TV, Philip has no plans to star in front of the cameras. “I enjoy working with people who either have a real need to change their homes or just wish to extend and create their own grand designs,” he said. “”It’s amazing how you can can get a completely different feel to your home by adding a dash of new design and inspiration.” n Contact Philip on 01723 378263. If you have a business story you want to share with our readers then please email: pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk or call 07815 290457.
Floral expert Liz loves creating that something special by Pete Spence
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TO Have & To Hold in Scarborough is creating lots of magic for your special occasion. Floral design expert lizWiffen has over 40 years experience as a florist and created the silk floristry business in May 2012. And to boost the business for 2015, liz has a brand new town centre base where customers can get a first hand consultation in a relaxed and personalised environment. liz said: “I absolutely love what I do and had been working as a florist for many years. I wanted to do something for myself and created To Have & To Hold in 2012. “It is amazing to be able to spend time with the customers and make sure that everything they want is exactly what they get. The one-to-one consultation is very important to me and now I have a lovely studio in the town centre it makes it so much more accessible.” liz offers silk and fabric floral designs for not just weddings but also your home, business special occasions and gifts. Her new studio is situated on Westborough in the Central Chambers (unit 5), opposite the railway station car park (above Chambers Coffee Bar). And to celebrate her move liz is offering
Liz Wiffen, owner of To Have & To Hold
Free business coaching for Scarborough Review readers
Local law firm appoints two new members By Krystal Starkey ActionCLUB business coach Ros Jones (far left) and some of those who attended the free taster session at the Palm Court Hotel
Words & Pictures by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THe Scarborough Review has teamed up with top business coach Ros Jones to offer our readers a free session at her next ActionClUB event. ActionClUB is a programme of eight two and a half hour courses interspersed with planning sessions and accountability coaching.
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lAW firm Birdsall & Snowball has strengthened the team at its Filey office, where two new members of staff have recently joined. The firm – which also has town centre offices in Scarborough – has recruited property solicitor luke Dolby and legal assistant Alex edmond. luke, who will be handling commercial property and residential conveyancing, previously worked for national law firm eversheds. luke said: “I am very pleased to have joined Birdsall & Snowball. The firm has an enviable list of loyal clients, who have returned to us time and again over the years. I look forward to spreading the word about the excellent work that the firm does.” Alex worked in the care industry for many years, and her dedication was recognised with an award for customer service. She said: “I always enjoyed knowing I had done a good job of looking after our clients. What I liked about Birdsall & Snowball was how important customer care is to everyone at the firm.” Tom Cathcart, a partner in the firm’s Filey office said: “I am delighted to welcome luke and Alex to the firm. Birdsall & Snowball has been serving communities in this beautiful part of the world since 1886. This reaffirms our commitment to providing the highest quality services to clients old and new.” Birdsall & Snowball is locally owned, and is the longest established law firm in the Scarborough area. As well as conveyancing and commercial property, the firm also deals with family law, wills and probate, litigation and company law. n For more information, visit: www.birdsall-snowball.co.uk
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A free taster session was held at the Palm Court Hotel with lots of positive feedback and the first paid session, which you can attend for free, is at the Crown Spa Hotel on Thursday February 12. All you have to do to book your free spot is contact Ros to register a place at: rjbusinesscoaching@actioncoach.com. Quote Scarborough Review when you book. Or call Ros on 0781 864 6672 to book or find out more. Ros said: “The programme covers a whole range of topics from setting your vision and goals for your business, getting to grips with your finances, carving out your USP so that you can stop competing on price, building effective teams, strategies for delivering the WOW factor to ensure your customers keep coming back for more, right up to business freedom and how to sell your business for maximum value. “I’m so confident in the programme that I guarantee that business owners will leave the programme knowing how to do what they need to do to move their business forward.”
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business awards hoping to soar for yorkshire Air Ambulance Words & Pictures by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THe Chamber Yorkshire Coast Business Awards are delighted to announce that the 2015 event beneficiary will be the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. It may surprise you to know that the Yorkshire Air Ambulance Charity relies on the generosity of individuals and organisations to help save lives across Yorkshire. In fact as a Charity they only receive help through secondment of paramedics from the NHS, through Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust. To keep both of Yorkshire’s air ambulances in the air they need to raise £9,990 per day.
This is equivalent to £3.6 million per year. As a rapid response air emergency service the Charity serves a population of approximately five million people across four million acres. This includes the entire catchment area of the Chamber Yorkshire Coast Awards. The event organiser, Geof Humphrey said: “We are all looking forward to supporting this fantastic cause at the 2015 event, and hope that the 600 business leaders in attendance will join with us in raising funds for this extremely worthy charity.” n Further details about the event can be found at www.cbycba.co.uk or by Geof Humphrey at: nesl@btconnect.com
ian aims to carry on the good Hardies name
Hardies staff members from left, Bridget Carney and Sarah Pearson
Words & photo by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
AFTeR 50 years in the same family, Hardies Patisserie has a new owner. Ian and Jo Hardie have sold the shop and bakery business in Victoria Road to Mr Ian Firth. Ian has worked for Hardies Patisserie for the last 10 years as a baker and
confectioner and he took over the running of the business in January. Ian said: “It is a very exciting and busy time for me but I am looking forward to the challenge of running the patisserie myself after learning a lot over the past decade working for for Ian and Jo. “When I discovered there was an opportunity to take the business on I didn’t think twice about it and I am
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delighted to be up and running with it now.” Ian has retained some staff from the old regime including former Huntriss Row shop manager Searah Pearson and Bridget Carney. The Huntriss Row shop and Tea Rooms closed on December 13, due to the end of the lease and a planned re-development of the property by the landlord.
Ian and Jo plan to concentrate their efforts on their other business interests. Ian Firth added: “Hardies has such a well established name in the area and it is my intention to continue that with the same level of quality and to also introduce one or two new ideas. “We still supply many local businesses and I would like to thank all those who use our services. “All our sandwiches, cakes, biscuits, soups and salads are made fresh on site and I don’t think people always realise that we have a large on-site bakery here on Victoria Road. “We also want to be an integral part of what is once again a thriving area of Scarborough. Victoria Road has seen quite a few new outlets open in the past couple of years and there is a real community spirit amongst the businesses. “If we can help another business out then we will and if they can do the same for us then fantastic. We can’t wait to get on and take the business forward.” n For more details on Hardies visit: www.facebook.com/hardiesscarborough or ring 01723 360433.
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Feel loved-up with Scarborough Art Gallery
Garden centre raises thousands for MS charity
Jan Milnes, left, gives a big thumbs-up to Dean’s as she accepts a cheque.
Words and photo by Dave Barry
Scarborough Museums Trust Collections Manager Jennifer Dunne with Victorian Valentines and a double-side love token brooch from the Scarborough Collections ROMANCe is in the air and under the spotlight in the first of a new series of Collections Close-ups at Scarborough Art Gallery. The monthly Close-ups will feature a themed selection of items from the Scarborough Collections, each one explained by a member of the Scarborough Museums Trust team. Scarborough Museums Trust Collections Manager Jennifer Dunne will lead Be My Valentine, which will look at Valentine’s cards and other related ephemera held in the Scarborough Collections, the name given to all the museum objects acquired by the Borough of Scarborough over the years and in the care of the Trust. “We have some absolutely gorgeous and romantic Victorian cards, which I’m really looking forward to showing off,” says Jennifer. “I’ll also be showing some examples of Victorian jewellery, including a gold brooch from the mid-1800s.” Collections Close-ups will take place on the first Tuesday of each month. each takes around an hour, and participants are asked to meet at Scarborough Art Gallery at 2.30pm. n Places on the event are £2 each. Places are limited, so booking is recommended. To book, or for further information, please call the Art Gallery on 01723 374753.
NeARlY £11,000 has been raised for Scarborough Multiple Sclerosis Society by Dean’s Garden Centre. Staff nominated the society as the centre’s charity of the year for 2014. Customers and staff held various fundraising events throughout the year including a beetle drive, a 10km run and a brass-band concert. They raised £10,959.63. Jan Milnes from the society said: “We are delighted with Dean’s Garden Centre’s fabulous contribution to our funds, which will help a lot of people with MS in the Scarborough district”. During 2014, Dean’s York branch raised £11,757.97 for York Blind & Partially Sighted Society. The partners donated £2,500, taking
the overall total to £25,217.60. The partners said: “We would like to thank our customers and suppliers for their continued support throughout the year and also all the staff in Scarborough and York, who helped to raise this magnificent amount”. This year, the Scarborough branch is raising money for the Anthony Nolan charity while the York centre is supporting Candlelighters and Martin House Hospice. The York branch opened 46 years ago in 1968. The Scarborough centre followed in 1986. The company says that over the last 13 years, over £200,000 has been raised for charities nominated by staff, of which almost a quarter has been pledged by the partners.
Church panto at half-term “Slowly creep the moment, When I’m away from thee, I ever want thee near me, My sweet star of hope to be.”
The cast of Sleeping Beauty.
Help charity group keep raising funds by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
BeACH Keepers in Scarborough need your help to raise money for local charities. The groups Crafty ladies are on the look out for wool, knitting needles, buttons, beads, badges and more as they aim to help raise funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care, Saint Catherine’s Hospice and the Royal British legion. n If you have items you can help them with then please drop them at the shop on Falsgrave Road, Monday to Saturday between 10am-4.30pm.
Words and photos by Dave Barry
STUCK for something to do during February’s half-term school holidays? Well try the annual pantomime at Queen Street Central Hall, where an updated, localised version of Sleeping Beauty is to be performed. Directed by louise Atkinson, the Queen Street Players are following up last year’s
Allan Dunnington, Maria Gonzalez Hooper and Kate Avison.
production of Sing a Song of Sixpence. The cast of 20 adults and children includes Katie Mills as Sleeping Beauty, Antonia Bellamy as the Prince, Maria Gonzalez Hooper as evil Poll Tax, Allan Dunnington as the Queen of Burnistonia, Robin Newman as the King of Hunmanbia, Sian Gough as the Fairy of the Christmas Tree, Sally Bloom as the First Minister, Nick Roue as Alligator Dundee Cake, Pauline Newman as Where’s Wally and Kate Avison as the Queen. Sleeping Beauty can be seen in the church’s lower hall at 7.30pm on Wednesday February 18, Thursday February 19 and Friday February 20; and at 3pm on Saturday February 21. n Tickets cost £5 for adults, £4 for children and £15 for families (2+2) and can be booked by ringing 583034.
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Sheila Kettlewell (left) presents the Pupil award to Emily Brazier
Laura Young of Yorkshire Coast Homes (right) Matt Hewison (left) of Scarborough Borough Council presents Lee Paterson with the Senior hands over the Service to the community award to Susan Cass Sports Person award
New Year Honours brings real community spirit Words & Pictures by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THe Gallows Close New Years Honours ceremony proved to be a massive success. The event recognised all the hard work and dedication people of the Barrowcliff community do and the Scarborough Review was on hand to witness it all. The ceremony was presented by Yorkshire Coast Radio’s Paddy (In The Morning) Billington and featured community supporters such as
Scarborough Mayor Pat Marsburg addresses the audience
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Tom Mutton of Groundwork North Yorkshire with Friends of the environment winner Jane Greshan
Gallows Close director Jim Martin and Volunteer winner Janice Scarborough
Chance to find out more about Scarborough’s University Technical College lOCAlS are being invited to find out more about Scarborough’s future University Technical College (UTC), as the project enters an official consultation period. The college, which is set to open in September 2016, began a six-week consultation phase on Monday 12 January, following the Government’s decision to back the project last August. The consultation period will include an open day at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough, on Tuesday 10th February, from 2pm to 8pm. Open to the public; parents, students, representatives and business partners will be updated and visitors will be able to hear details of the UTC, discuss plans for the future and answer any questions. The college will be the first of its kind in the district, and will offer an exciting education route for 14-18 year olds seeking a pathway to employment and further education in STeM* subjects. Offering a mixture of academic and practical courses, the curriculum will be designed with input from local
employers, including McCain, Unison ltd, GCHQ, York Potash, Plaxton (ADl) and Dale Power, alongside an education partner, the University of Hull. Scarborough UTC board member and HR Director of McCain Foods, Richard Smelt, said: “This consultation period is a great opportunity for the community to find out more about the UTC. “McCain has been a key part of the college’s formation. We’ve been working in partnership with a number of committed businesses over the past 12 months, so it’s great to see the project taking shape. We’re close to securing a site and are already in the early stages of recruiting for our Principal Designate. “We see huge value in helping young people to develop into work-ready, skilled individuals. The UTC will deliver great things for Scarborough youngsters, businesses and our community as a whole.”
Scarborough Borough Council, Yorkshire Coast Homes, Sanctuary Housing, Tyro Training, Twilight Productions, and both Barrowcliff and Northstead Schools. Gallows Close Centre manager Damian Kelly said: “We are very proud to have achieved so much at this centre and it really is at the heart of the community. “There are so many people who give their time and effort to help others and it is very much appreciated. “I want to thank everyone involved for their fantastic support. Well done to everyone who won an award and to all that make this such a special community project.” Award winners: Volunteer: Janice Scarborough, Adult learner: Wayne Carter, Junior Sports Person: Charlie Koppett, Senior Sports Person: lee Paterson, Bravery Award: Samantha Warren, Service to the community: Susan Cass. Friends of the environment: Jane Greshan, Pupil award: emily Brazier.
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HOROSCOPES February 2015 BY JAMES CHRISTIE n For details of private readings phone 07884 107100 or 01423 339770 email: jcp@magepublishing.co.uk
Starsign of the month...
Here are a few famous faces you share your sign with
Aquarius
Starsign of the month • Starsign of the month
February is always a tough month for Taureans and although there is much to be thankful for, you’ll nevertheless feel that your glass is half empty rather than half full. This may prove a little wearisome to lovers and partners, who for their own sakes, will be encouraging you to actually DO something to change your situation.
gEMINI (22nd May - 21st June) Your world seems to be expanding in February, and especially so if you’re between 18 and 24 taking the first serious steps along a career pathway. Travel aspects and contacts with people and places overseas seems highly likely and there could be some lovely romantic energies falling into place during the last ten days of the month.
CANCER (22nd June - 23rd July)
(21st January - 18th February) External circumstances put pressure on emotional relationships, so to ease the mood, those “external pressures” need to be identified and dealt with. Some of this might have to do with children, while other aspects link in with the broader sweep of family loyalties and commitments. Do not lose your sense of humour (and perspective) when dealing with these issues.
TAURUS (20th April - 21st May)
If you are looking for major changes in your life, then I think you will be successful, even if things do not fall into place all at once. In the face of delays and postponements, be patient and philosophical, and let things run at their own speed rather than trying to force things along. Clockwise from top left: Buzz Aldrin, Charles Dickens, Ellen Degeneres, Jessica Ennis-Hill
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(20th March-19th April)
A bright and breezy February for most Piscesians, especially younger male members of the sign who know what they want! It’s a favourable time for the self employed and anyone who can show a bit of initiative, and despite the bloody awful weather, anyone who works on the land or who takes a living from it, can expect to have a very good month.
An optimistic month for most Arians as you get to grips with new job routines and find yourself looking forward into your mid-term future with a much greater degree of confidence. Lots of support from partners, and a noticeable boost to your love life around the 14th. This could be in response to chocolates and flowers, or promises and commitments.
LEO (24th July - 23rd August) Some travel aspects being thought about, tickets booked, passports dusted off. You’re not necessarily going anywhere just yet, but there is a travel energy in the wind. Not all of your plans and ideas will go down well with others at this time. This is frustrating, but try to be persuasive rather than confrontational.
VIRgO (24th Aug - 23rd Sep) There is good business opportunity being presented to you in February which initially you might decline – but with deeper thought and some investigation you may come to realise
that it’s a very good idea. Either way, this is a busy month on the work scene and you’ll be enthusiastic about what you’re doing.
LIBRA (24th Sep- 22nd Oct) Some important financial decisions are being made this month which will not be popular with everybody. I think it would be sensible to avoid crazy risks and wild gambles, but on the other hand, you mustn’t let other people tell you what to do with what is your money. You’ve worked hard to get it and you have the right to spend it as you see fit.
SCORPIO(23rd Oct - 22nd Nov) If February seems to be a low key month, take heart. It’s the shortest month of the year and there are better and brighter times around the corner. You should be on the receiving end of romantic invitations and overtures, but this will not cheer you up much if they’re not coming from the person you want them to come from.
SAgITTARIUS (23rd November - 22nd December) This promises to be a very good month for those looking for more quality time. On the other hand, it might be a very tense month for Sagittarian parents who have fallen into the habit of living their lives for their children. Kids are growing up and moving on, and this will present you with challenges.
CAPRICORN (23rd December - 20th January) A tense few days at the beginning of the month on the work scene, but this should be sorted out long before the 7th or 8th. A romantic opportunity on the 14th – which is unusual because Capricorns don’t usually celebrate Valentine’s Day. Perhaps some legal dealing in the wind in connection with some kind of claim for compensation.
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First novel on Scarborough murder
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One of the three main characters is a gay black detective. “So here we have this police officer, battling to solve the murder and at the same time facing up to the baggage that comes with belonging to not one, but two minority groups,” Kate adds.
“The novel also features many characters who for one reason or another are living on the edge and I felt that Scarborough lent itself to that.”
Kate Evans with her novel. (To order this photo, please ring 353597)
Words and photo by Dave Barry A SCARBOROUGH author had an extra reason to celebrate Christmas following the publication of her first novel. Kate evans had been writing The Art of the Imperfect - a crime novel - on and off for the best part of a decade. It is the first of a trilogy of fiction books, all set in Scarborough, and has as its plot the investigation of a brutal murder. “I live in and love Scarborough, so it was the obvious place for me to set the novel,” says Kate.
“I hope my love of Scarborough comes through. I’ve tried to respect the character of the town and not tried to create either a picture of a crime-ridden, crumbling resort or a holiday brochure. “Apart from one or two little things to help with the narrative, I haven’t altered anything in Scarborough to fit the novel so people will recognise a lot, particularly around the South Cliff area and the Spa.” Kate uses the town’s location at the edge of the country to symbolise one of the key themes that runs through the novel: marginalisation.
Topics and themes for the novel have been drawn to some extent from Kate’s experiences. She spent two years living in a deprived area of Washington DC, working and volunteering on projects with poor black communities. Here she saw marginalisation from both sides, working with a black community on the edge of mainstream America, but also as she was one of very few white people in a predominantly black neighbourhood. In the late 1990s she worked on projects in Marseille with marginalised Bosnian, Algerian, Gypsy and Senegalise communities, but again felt marginalised due to an inability to speak the language fluently enough to properly fit in. Psychotherapy is another key aspect of the book, which explores the challenges and vulnerabilities of being a therapist and the dangers of over-stepping the therapist’s boundaries. It looks at how the stigma attached to mental illness and depression can leave
people exposed and marginalised. Kate has had her own issues with mental illness and depression and is now a trained psychotherapeutic counsellor.
The novel touches on prejudice, marginalisation, psychotherapy, mental illness and depression but is ultimately a celebration of what makes each of us unique. Kate says a long-standing love of crime novels and the ease with which the genre makes the exploration of issues accessible, drew her to choose the format. “A crime novel is really a quest; there’s a problem to be solved and people (characters and readers) set off to find what the answer is,” she says. “At the end of it I am interested in human relationships, in why people become marginalised and, here, what pushes ordinary people to do extraordinary things.” Kate has had many non-fiction and academic articles, short stories and poems published and her non-fiction book, Pathways Through Writing Blocks in the Academic environment, was published by Sense Publishers in 2013. The Art of the Imperfect is published by Avenue Press Scarborough and is available via amazon.co.uk (http://goo.gl/1m1ioq). n Kate’s website and blog are at www.writingourselveswell.co.uk
A bright spring season at the Stephen Joseph Theatre Words by Krystal Starkey
TO celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2015 the Stephen Joseph Theatre will be holding a range of special events as well as displays of familiar faces. In January, work commenced on a new build within the existing theatre walls which will see the creation of a new studio space for the OutReach department as well as prop and storage facilities, to be unveiled on May 3. ReachOut Festival returns from February 7 to 28, celebrating the work of young and old members of the community through performances, workshops and mini-festivals. Following this, the Stephen Joseph Theatre welcomes a variety of visiting shows for a bright spring season in the McCarthy auditorium. Based on the true story of the 1972 Builders’ Strike, Townsend Productions’ United We Stand tells the story behind the dispute with popular and political songs, arranged by folk musician John Kirkpatrick, on March 10. BBC 2013 Slam Champion Sophia Walker takes audiences Around The World in eight Mistakes on March 14 followed by a spoken word performance. Mary Jo Randle – star of TV series’ The Bill and Cutting It – plays Barbara in Big Pants & Botox by louise Roche. Surreal black comedy Mugs Arrows plays on
the March 26 and 27. This play by eddie elks, set in a Derbyshire pub, explores the depths of the human psyche, love, loss, friendship... and darts, leading to disturbing results. On easter weekend, families will enjoy Yeh Shen, an enchanting tale of a young orphaned girl, a magical fish, a nasty stepmother and sister, and a lost shoe, on April 3. The story first appeared in 9th century China, more than 1,000 years before the first european Cinderella. From April 4 to 7, the theatre stages Satin ‘n’ Steel – a moving, feel good piece of theatre from Amanda Whittington. When karaoke singer Teena White meets veteran pro, Vince Steel, they form club duo Satin ‘n’ Steel and a deep love soon forms but a guilty secret threatens to smash their showbiz bubble. The Round re-opens for Northern Broadsides who present Shakespeare’s King lear from April 21 to 25. Barrie Rutter plays lear, an ageing and deeply flawed individual who wrecks his relationship with his three daughters and in doing so, loses all he has. Director Jonathan Miller brings his remarkable talent for detailed human observation to the play. n Tickets for all shows are on sale from January 5 and are available from the Box Office on 01723 370541 and online at www.sjt.uk.com
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Scarborough, 1-2pm. Join Tim Tubbs, Director of UK Foundation for Dance, for more enjoyable lectures on popular historical and literary subjects. This month, the lectures will focus on the history of london theatre. Visit www.woodendcreative.co.uk
EVERY SUNDAY AND BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY LEBBERSTON MARKET AND CAR BOOT SALE, field opposite the Jet Service Station on the A165, 8am-5pm. Sellers arrive from 6.30am, weather dependent. Call 01964 529239.
EVERY SUNDAY TABLE TOP AND COLLECTORS FAIR, Scalby Parish Hall, Scalby Road, Scarborough, 10.30am-1pm. Runs until the end of March. Bargain hunters will love the 25 tables of collectables, retro and second hand items – or why not hire a table and clear out your clutter? Call 01723 882352.
14TH & 27TH FEBRUARY
STORYTIME, eastfield library, High Street, eastfield, Scarborough, 10.30-11.15am. Call 0845 034 9512.
EAST COAST OPEN AT SCARBOROUGH ART GALLERY, Scarborough Art Gallery, The Crescent, Scarborough. Take the opportunity to have your work displayed. Download the form from the website or pick up a copy from Scarborough Art Gallery or the Rotunda Museum. Visit www.scarboroughartgallery.co.uk or call 01723 374753.
EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY
28TH JANUARY
JU JITSU CLASSES, YMCA leisure Centre, St Thomas Street, Scarborough, various times. There are junior sessions (7.158.15pm Tues; 7-8pm Thurs) and adult classes (8.15-10pm Tues; 8-10pm Thurs) available. Call 01723 374227 or Visit www.scarborough.ymca.org.uk
DAVID GREELY, Woodend, The Crescent, Scarborough, 7pm. louisiana comes to Scarborough! David will play alongside Phil Underwood for this rare UK visit. Visit www.woodendcreative.co.uk or call 01723 384500.
LAST PANTO IN LITTLE BURNISTON / HUNMANBY & SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE MISSING LINK, Burniston and Cloughton Village Hall, High Street, Burniston, 7.30pm 14th; Hunmanby Community Centre, 35 Stonegate, Hunmanby, 7.30pm 27th. The Nine Degrees east Theatre Company will perform two hilarious one act plays, and the Valentine’s Day event will also feature pink wine and beer and chocolate goodies! Visit www.9degreeseast. co.uk or call 01262 604826.
BARON’S WALKING FOOTBALL, Scarborough Rugby Club, Silver Royd, 569 Scalby Road, Scalby, Scarborough, 9.30-11am (Friday sessions held in the Sportshall at Baron’s Fitness Centre). It’s £2 a session for nonmembers, and free for members. Call Colin on 01723 377545.
FENCING CLASSES, YMCA leisure Centre, St Thomas Street, Scarborough, 7.158.30pm for nine to 17-year-olds; 7.159pm for over 18s. New members are welcomed to try their first fencing session for free, and there is no need to buy any equipment. Visit www.scarborough.ymca.org.uk or call 01723 374227.
SALSA CLASS, St James Church, Scarborough, 7.30-9.30pm. No partner or booking necessary – just turn up and boogie! Call 07788 873523 or visit www.stjamesscarborough.co.uk WURLITZER AFTERNOON TEA DANCES, Scarborough Fair Collection, Flower of May Holiday Park, lebberston Cliff, Scarborough. With resident organist Michael Carr and a monthly guest organist. Visit www.scarboroughfaircollection.com or call 01723 586698.
EVERY FRIDAY
LOOM BAND CLUB, eastfield library, High Street, eastfield, Scarborough, 4pm. Call 0845 034 9512. GAMES NIGHT, eastfield library, High Street, eastfield, Scarborough, 4pm. Call 0845 034 9512.
FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH YORKSHIRE EAST COAST WIDOWED GROUP, Grand Hotel, Saint Nicholas Cliff, Scarborough, 2pm. Members meet in the coffee lounge, and the meeting is moved to the second Monday if the meeting falls on a bank holiday. All new members are welcome. Call Maureen on 01723 365991 or Sheila on 01482 868644 for more details.
LUNCHTIME TALKS, Scarborough Art Gallery, The Crescent, Scarborough, 12.30pm. Join expert speakers as they share their knowledge on a variety of topics. Visit www.scarboroughmuseumstrust.com or call 01723 374753.
6TH FEBRUARY THE PAST, The Concert Room, Central library, Vernon Road, Scarborough, 7.30pm. A screening by Scarborough Film Society. A rich study of an estranged Parisian couple, the husband returning from Teheran to sign divorce papers; people trapped in an emotional and physical drama trying to shake off their old selves. Call 07748 280 871.
7TH FEBRUARY ANNUAL DEBATE: YORKSHIRE SHOULD SEEK INDEPENDENCE FROM POLITICAL & MONETARY CONTROLS OF WESTMINSTER, Scarborough library, Vernon Road, Scarborough, 10.30am. Speakers will include Robert Goodwill MP and Richard Carter esq. The debate will be open to the audience for discussion and will conclude with a public vote.
SCARBOROUGH FLOWER CLUB, Scarborough library, Vernon Road,
LUNCHTIME LECTURES WITH TIM TUBBS, Woodend Creative, The Crescent,
Scarborough, 7.15pm. Monthly meeting, except for January, July and August.
SHROVE TUESDAY SKIPPING FESTIVAL, South Bay, Scarborough, 12noon. Traffic will be closed on Foreshore Road from The Spa to eastborough to allow the celebrations to take place. Join in with some traditional skipping fun, which has been taking place here to celebrate Shrove Tuesday since 1903!
17TH FEBRUARY SHROVE TUESDAY: STRICTLY PANCAKES, Scarborough town centre, from 12noon. The folks at Yorkshire Coast Radio Road Show will broadcast from Aberdeen Walk from 11am, and midday will see the ringing of the pancake bell as students from Yorkshire Coast College fry up pancakes outside the Scarborough Market Hall. From 12.15pm, teams in fancy dress will flip their pancakes down Aberdeen Walk.
17TH FEBRUARY DEMONSTRATION IN FLORAL ARRANGEMENT, Scarborough library, Vernon Road, Scarborough, 7.15pm. Julie Cook from Colliding Colours will give an interesting talk. Guests are welcome, and there will be a raffle. Visit www.scarboroughflowerclub.co.uk
INSIDE LLEWYN DAVIS, The Concert Room, Central library, Vernon Road, Scarborough, 7.30pm. A screening by Scarborough Film Society. A week in the life of a young folk-singer as he navigates Greenwich Village clutching his guitar in the winter of 1961. A smart and funny film combined with a profound melancholy. Call 07748 280 871.
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EVERY TUESDAY
TABLE TOP SALES, Burniston Village Hall, High Street, Scarborough, 2-4pm. See if you can grab a bargain!
20TH FEBRUARY
ExPLORE THE HISTORY OF WHITBY AND DISTRICT, Whitby library, Windsor Terrace, Whitby, 10am-12noon from 30th January. Become a true local historian and build a research portfolio on your own specialist interest. Under expert guidance, dig deep into local archives and enjoy privileged access to galleries, museums, churches and public buildings. With guest speakers. Visit www.enrolonline.wea.org.uk
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EVERY DAY ART SESSIONS, The Gallery Café, Queen Street, Scarborough, 10am-5pm; closed Weds and Sun. This delightful café offers both a lovely spot to eat some delicious food, as well as a creative hub. Visit www.thegallery37.webstarts.com
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COASTIVAL, across Scarborough. enjoy some sweet music this Valentine’s Day at Coastival, which will feature a variety of retro, vintage and modern tunes as the festival celebrates the history of Scarborough’s music scene.
JAMES. Join band members Tim Booth, Jim Glennie, larry Gott, Saul Davies, Mark Hunter, David Baynton-Power and Andy Diagram as they perform hits from a career spanning over 30 years, as well as material from the latest, critically acclaimed album la Petite Mort.
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BRIGID KAELIN AND CANDYTHIEF, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 7pm. Coming all the way from Kentucky, Brigid Kaelin will demonstrate her musical versatility which ranges from alt-country cabaret tunes to playing the musical saw, which she has previously played in elvis Costello’s backing band. Meanwhile, Scottish songstress Candythief has been described at acoustic indie with a touch of chanson. Call 07808 871118.
STORYTIME FOR UNDER 5S, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 2-2.30pm. Term time only. Call 0845 0349513.
IT EMAIL SESSION, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 1-3pm. Call 0845 0349513.
TALK TO FILEY MOTHERS’ UNION, St John’s Church, West Avenue, Filey. Call 0845 0349513.
27TH JUNE ALFIE BOE. Britain’s favourite tenor, Alfie Boe, will take centre stage as part of a spectacular last Night of the Proms concert, organised to coincide with Armed Forces Day. The event will also feature the Military Wives Choir York.
11TH JULY ELAINE PAGE. The First lady of Musical Theatre will perform with accompaniment by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra.
1ST AUgUST LEGENDS OF POP 80S. Step back in time on Saturday 1 August 2015 for legends of Pop 80s – a very special concert featuring seven of the most popular names of the electric pop era, including Rick Astley, who will be joined by Sinitta, ABC, Go West, Five Star and Undercover. Bringing the whole show together will be former BBC Radio 1 and BBC Top of the Pops presenter, Pat Sharp.
HOMEWORK CLUB FOR AGES 7-12, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 3.30-4.15pm. Call 0845 0349513.
EVERY WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY CAN WE HELP? IT HELP SESSIONS, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 5-7pm Weds; 2.30-5pm Fri; 10am-1pm Sat. Call 0845 0349513.
EVERY THURSDAY KNIT & NATTER, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 1-3pm. Call 0845 0349513.
29TH AUgUST BLUE & ATOMIC KITTEN. Two of Britain’s most successful pop groups will come together for one big show. Blue and Atomic Kitten will star on the same stage on the same night in a pop spectacular that is sure to have the audience on their feet and will feature the bands’ biggest hits of the last 15 years. Visit www.scarboroughopenairtheatre.com or call 01723 818111.
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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. All treks are escorted by experienced riders, and nervous beginners may be led if desired. Visit www.woldgatetrekking.co.uk or call 01262 673086.
EVERY TUESDAY ROLLER DISCO @ THE SPA, The Spa Bridlington, South Marine Drive Bridlington, 5pm, 6.45pm & 8.30pm. Good music, friendly family atmosphere, fun for all ages and a great night out! Visit www.thespabridlington.com or call 01262 678258.
HARRY POTTER NIGHT, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 4-5pm. Magical activities and a quiz. Call 0845 0349513.
7TH FEBRUARY READING RELAY, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey. Diary of a Wimpy Kid is the order of the day. Call 0845 0349513.
7TH FEBRUARY NATIONAL LIBRARIES DAY, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 10am-1pm. IT online resource drop in. Call 0845 0349513.
EVERY FRIDAY ExPLORE THE HISTORY OF WHITBY AND DISTRICT, Whitby library, Windsor Terrace, Whitby, 10am-12noon from 30th January. Become a true local historian and build a research portfolio on your own specialist interest. Under expert guidance, dig deep into local archives and enjoy privileged access to galleries, museums, churches and public buildings. With guest speakers. Visit www.enrolonline.wea.org.uk
GRISTHORPE MAN AND THE SPEETON PLESIOSAUR, Filey evron Centre Rooms, John Street, Filey, 6pm. Will Watts shares the stories of two ancient skeletons.
19TH FEBRUARY PAUL NASH – LANDSCAPES OF THE MIND, Driffield Rugby Club, Kelleythorpe, Driffield, 7.30pm. Robin Horspool will present a talk for the Driffield Wolds Decorative & Fine Arts Society. Guests and visitors welcome. email peterbernard@live.co.uk or call 01430 810495.
MINIATURE LANDSCAPES IN PAPER, Driffield Rugby Club, Kelleythorpe, Driffield, 7.30pm. Paul Nash will present a talk entitled ‘landscapes of the Mind’. Guests and visitors are welcome. email peterbernard@live.co.uk or call 01430 810495.
20TH FEBRUARY 9TH FEBRUARY-8TH MARCH
13TH FEBRUARY EVERY SUNDAY
19TH FEBRUARY
19TH FEBRUARY
SNOWDROP SPECTACULAR, Burton Agnes Hall, Driffield. Wander through a wonderful blanket of snowdrops in the woodland walk. Call 01262 490324 or visit www.burtonagnes.com
14TH AUgUST UB40 REUNITED. experience the closest thing to the sound of the hugely successful original line-up at UB40 Reunited’s Scarborough date, which will be part of a huge world tour, with the group playing all the past hits and new tracks from recently released new album, Silhouette.
5TH FEBRUARY
LIBRARY READING GROUP, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey. Call 0845 0349513.
INDOOR CAR BOOT, Whitby Spa Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby, 10.30am-3.30pm.
U3A FAMILY HISTORY GROUP, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey. Call 0845 0349513.
23RD FEBRUARY ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS IT SESSION, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 10am12noon. Call 0845 0349513.
23RD FEBRUARY BEGINNERS GUIDE TO THE INTERNET, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 1-3pm. Call 0845 0349513.
23RD FEBRUARY-8TH MARCH THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH HUNMANBY LOCAL HISTORY GROUP, Hunmanby Community Centre, 35 Stonegate, Hunmanby, Filey. Hunmanby local History Group is open to anyone who has an interest in local history. The group meets on the third Saturday during October, November, January, February and March. Visit www.facebook.com/ HunmanbylocalHistoryGroup
27TH JANUARY & 24TH FEBRUARY ALZHEIMER’S MEMORY CAFé, Filey evron Centre Rooms, John Street, Filey. A monthly friendly, informal Group for people with dementia, their carers and families to meet and socialise with others in a similar situation. Visit www.alzheimers.org.uk
FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey. enjoy a vintage tea party! Call 0845 0349513.
25TH FEBRUARY LADIES LIFE BOAT GUILD SUPPORTERS, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey. Call 0845 0349513.
14TH-22ND FEBRUARY TEDDY BEAR WEEK, North York Moors Railway. Visit the North Yorkshire Moors Railway this February half term and for every child that brings a full paying adult, and most importantly a teddy bear with them, travels for free during February Half Term. Visit www.nymr.co.uk
26TH FEBRUARY U3A READING GROUP, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 5.15-6.30pm. Call 0845 0349513.
27TH FEBRUARY BRIGID KAELIN & GUEST FOLK ACT, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey, 7-9pm. Call 0845 0349513.
30TH JANUARY DINING WITH DEATH, The Spa, Bridlington, South Marine Drive, Bridlington, A brand new murder mystery! Meet the suspects, listen to their stories. Question them and peruse for clues! Visit www. thespabridlington.com or call 01262 678258.
2ND & 4TH FEBRUARY
18TH FEBRUARY
READING WELL, Filey library, Station Avenue, Filey. Dementia book launch. Call 0845 0349513.
TEA DANCE, The Spa Bridlington, South Marine Drive, Bridlington, 2pm. You are guaranteed a warm Yorkshire welcome, whether you are going with a few friends, as part of a group, with your partner or even alone. Friendly faces and an informal atmosphere will ensure you have a wonderful time. Visit www.thespabridlington.com or call 01262 678258.
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THEATRE Scarborough Spa Visit www.scarboroughspa.co.uk or call 01723 821888
8TH FEBRUARY RIGOLETTO, 7.30pm. Sung in Italian
with english surtitles. Opera lovers the world over have taken this tragic tale of misunderstanding, revenge, and sacrifice to their hearts. Based on a play by Victor Hugo, Verdi’s Rigoletto is widely considered to be his first great operatic masterpiece. A succession of stunning tunes, including the famous ‘la donna è mobile’, is combined with an ever-present underlying tension and menace in a plot involving abduction, seduction and a hired assassin. The story revolves around the hunchbacked court jester, Rigoletto, his beautiful daughter Gilda who he loves but had kept secret from the Court, and the Duke of Mantua he serves. Visit www.opera-tickets.co.uk
Nights out
Scarborough YMCA Theatre YMCA Leisure Centre, St Thomas Street, Scarborough Visit www.scarborough.ymca.org.uk or call 01723 374227
Stephen Joseph Theatre Visit www.sjt.uk.com or call 01723 370540.
7TH FEBRUARY SCARBOROUGH DANCE CENTRE PRESENT SHOWDOWN, 7.30pm Sat; 2pm Sun. A fantastic new variety show presented by the SDC Show Teams.
15TH FEBRUARY HEARTS AND VOICES. 2pm. Presented by, and in aid of, Scarborough Mencap.
22ND FEBRUARY REMOTE, 2pm. Presented by Scarborough Youth Theatre.
27TH-28TH FEBRUARY ALICE’S JOURNEY IN WONDERLAND, 7.30pm. Presented by Y-Musical Theatre. 30TH JANUARY-1ST FEBRUARY SNOW QUEEN. Based on
13TH FEBRUARY THE VALENTINE ROCKIN’ WEEKEND
2015. The BIG BeAT presents The Valentine Rockin’ Weekend 2015! Join in for another weekend of rock n roll, rockabilly, doo wop and stroll!
20TH FEBRUARY JURASSIC ADVENTURES. Jurassic
Adventures, is a brand new production set on a magical island, where anything might happen. Get transported to a prehistoric place full of fun, thrills and screams, be amazed and awed by the birth of a baby dinosaur, but beware of the T-Rex mother who wants her egg back!
the original fairytale that inspired the Disney smash hit Frozen, this original pantomime tells the story of what happened before the film while also featuring everyone’s favourite songs and characters from the movie. The story begins when the mysterious Snow Queen bewitches the heart of a young boy and he disappears. Distraught, his best friend Kurdle sets off into the snow to find him meeting various characters along the way, all the while watched by the evil sorceress and her goblins. As the story unfolds the untold story of Anna and elsa’s past is revealed and in true pantomime style the story has had a Hatton’s comedy makeover!
22ND FEBRUARY NASHVILLE NIGHTS AND DIxIE DAYS.
Celebrate the best in country music with Neil Sands, the fabulous Dixie Dolls and the Nashville Nights All Star band, with their all new production of their hit show.
25TH FEBRUARY PSYCHIC SALLY: ON THE ROAD. Sally Morgan returns to Scarborough Spa with her live show.
perform at the SJT? Now’s your chance. Join the SJT OutReach team as they launch the 2015 ReachOut Festival with a family entertainment show packed full of community talent. Contact the team for a free audition slot: outreach@sjt.uk.com or 01723 370540.
7TH FEBRUARY TINY TIME TALES, 10.30am. Interactive
performance with puzzle solving and music for toddlers.
The Spa Bridlington Visit www.thespabridlington.com or call 01262 678258. 9TH-14TH FEBRUARY DREAMBOATS AND MINISKIRTS,
7.30pm, + 2.30pm Weds & Sat. Whatever happened to Bobby, laura, Norman and Sue? Their story continues in this sequel to Dreamboats and Petticoats.
11TH FEBRUARY LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST (LIVE). Broadcast live from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. In order to dedicate themselves to a life of study, the King and his friends take an oath to avoid the company of women for three years. No sooner have they made their pledge than the Princess of France and her ladies-inwaiting arrive, presenting them with a severe test of resolve.
21ST FEBRUARY FASCINATING AïDA: CHARM OFFENSIVE. Following a sold-out 2013 tour, three Olivier Award nominations and over 10million YouTube hits for Cheap Flights (their infamous anthem to budget air travel), Dillie Keane, Adele Anderson and liza Pulman continue to celebrate over 30 years of Fascinating Aïda with their terrific new show Charm Offensive. 21ST FEBRUARY ONE NIGHT ONLY: THE CIRCUS IS COMING TO TOWN! This year the evening will be supporting The Rainbow Centre, with donations to legs for Angel appeal and Twilight Youth Team.
7TH FEBRUARY YOUR TURN, 5pm. ever wanted to
15TH FEBRUARY ALADDIN SHADOW PUPPET THEATRE,
show from 2pm; workshop from 3.30-5pm. large scale contemporary Shadow Puppet Theatre tell the story of a poor street boy who falls hopelessly in love with a royal princess. What magic would he need just to see her again?
17TH FEBRUARY MAGIC MIKE’S PIRATE ADVENTURE,
2pm. Join Magic Mike and his crew in this action-packed pirate adventure for some swashbuckling fun and games. Shiver your timbers as you go dressed for action on the high seas!
13TH-14TH FEBRUARY YOUNG PEOPLE’S THEATRE
FESTIVAL: ALL TOGETHER NOW! 7.30pm Fri; 5.30pm Sat. A celebration of the SJT’s 12-15 years youth theatre groups from Scarborough, Filey and Whitby. All four new plays are devised by the young people themselves. A period drama, a sci-fi thriller – anything could happen… and probably will!
14TH-21ST FEBRUARY REACHOUT 2015 WORKSHOPS. From scriptwriting to production, stage fighting to circus skills, there’s plenty to learn at these workshops. You can even learn how to play in a Samba band! There’s something for everyone, children and grown-ups alike, so head along to one of the workshops – you might just discover a new passion!
and redemption that would fascinate the composer throughout his career. In this tale of a captain forced to sail the seas for eternity unless released by the faithful love of a good woman, and the lonely girl who longs to save him, Wagner created two unforgettable characters operating near the limits of human emotion.
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off with a performance by the splendid Funky Choir, accompanied by some of Scarborough’s finest musicians.
Whitby Spa Pavilion Visit www.whitbypavilion.co.uk or call 01947 458899
25TH FEBRUARY PLAY READING, 11.30am. Focus on ‘The Dresser’ by Ronald Harwood.
FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH Sunday lunchtime OPEN MIC, 1pm. Alongside the open mic session, there’ll also be a ukulele workshop with Roger Sutcliffe (12noon1pm) and a guitar workshop with Paul Whittaker (3.304.30pm).
14TH & 23RD-25TH FEBRUARY PLAYS & PINOT,
8pm. Four new plays each night with the theme of love, written by local writers who participate in the creative writing class ‘Write Stuff Too’ led by tutor Alison Watt. These 20-minute rehearsed play-readings combine pathos, comedy and tragedy with exceptional storytelling performed by a small cast of local actors. Ticket includes a glass of Pinot to wash the words down…
20TH-21ST FEBRUARY REMOTE, 7.30pm + 2.30pm Sat.
Seven teenagers’ lives all intertwine over the course of a single evening as they make their way through the park on a seemingly normal autumn’s night. Remote is a play about protest, power and protecting yourself.
24TH FEBRUARY DER FLIEGENDE HOLLäNDER (LIVE).
Broadcast live from the Royal Opera House. Wagner’s first masterpiece explores the themes of damnation
26TH-27TH FEBRUARY CREATIVE SCHOOLS’ FESTIVAL,
1.30pm (+7.30pm 27th). local schools come together to showcase their talent with short original shows all created around the theme of eureka!
19TH FEBRUARY ABBA MANIA, 7.30pm. If you’re looking
for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music ever, then ABBA MANIA is for you!
28TH FEBRUARY BAND & CHOIR NIGHT, 8pm. Go
around the world with the unique Global Voices Choir singing a selection of world music, listen to the SJT Youth Choir and their bang up to date tunes, and finish
PUB GIGS
Gigs at Scarborough pubs unless stated. List compiled by Dave Barry. Send submissions to dave@thescarboroughreview.co.uk FRI 30 JAN Railroad Hobos sing Buddy Holly at the Tap and Spile; String Theory at Indigo Alley; Chris Mountford at Blue Crush; Alistair James Trio at the Merchant; Snatch at the Mayfield in Seamer. SAT 31 JAN Spearmint Rock at Indigo Alley; Tom Davenport at the Merchant; Fireball at the Newcastle Packet; Paul Tilley at the Newlands; Steven Greenwood at the Eastway Club in Eastfield. SUN 1 FEB Spearmint Rock at the Tap and Spile (4.30pm); Miles Gilderdale and the Blueflies at Watermark; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush. MON 2 FEB Scarborough Folk at the Merchant. TUE 3 FEB Jesse Hutchinson at the Tap and Spile. WED 4 FEB Aftermath at Indigo Alley; Jim Mullen Organ Trio for Scarborough Jazz at the Cask; open-mic with John Watton at Cellars. THU 5 FEB Tom Townsend and guests at the Cask; Jesse Hutchinson and Frankie Dixon at Cellars; open mic at the Nags Head in Scalby. FRI 6 FEB Colcannon at the Merchant; Conner Lawlor at Blue Crush; Danny Rhodes at the Mayfield in Seamer. SAT 7 FEB Jez Ech (4pm) and Mark Stanley (9pm) at the Merchant; Starfish and Hashtag Revolution at the Tap and Spile; Bladerunner at Cellars; Spearmint Rock at Indigo Alley; Soul Rebels at the Newcastle Packet; Leo Kenny at the Eastway Club in Eastfield.
SUN 8 FEB Little Bighorn at the Tap and Spile (4.30pm); Fire & Rain at Watermark; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush.
WED 18 FEB Jim Birkett for Scarborough Jazz at the Cask; open-mic with John Watton at Cellars.
MON 9 FEB Scarborough Folk at the Merchant.
THU 19 FEB Tom Townsend and guests at the Cask; Jesse Hutchinson and Frankie Dixon at Cellars; open mic at the Nags Head in Scalby.
TUE 10 FEB Jesse Hutchinson at the Tap and Spile. WED 11 FEB Frank Brooker for Scarborough Jazz at the Cask; open-mic with John Watton at Cellars. THU 12 FEB Tom Townsend and guests at the Cask; Jesse Hutchinson and Frankie Dixon at Cellars; open mic at the Nags Head in Scalby. FRI 13 FEB Acoustic sets at Indigo Alley; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush; Joel Igno at the Mayfield in Seamer. SAT 14 FEB David Ech at the Merchant (4pm); Aftermath at Indigo Alley; Snatch at the Newcastle Packet; Shamrockers at the Tap and Spile; Easy Street at North Cliff Golf Club; Hollie Cooper at the Eastway Club in Eastfield.
FRI 20 FEB T-Shirt Weather and Edge of 13 at the Corporation Club; Colcannon at the Merchant; Aftermath at Indigo Alley; Robert Schmuck at Blue Crush. SAT 21 FEB String Theory at Indigo Alley; Just Us at the Tap and Spile; Over the Limit at the Newcastle Packet; Les Ford at the Eastway Club in Eastfield; Easy Street at Hunmanby Community Centre. SUN 22 FEB Prendo at the Tap and Spile (4.30pm); Tom Townsend at Watermark; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush. MON 23 FEB Scarborough Folk at the Merchant. TUE 24 FEB Jesse Hutchinson at the Tap and Spile.
SUN 15 FEB Blueflies at the Tap and Spile (4.30pm); Unkempt at Watermark; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush.
WED 25 FEB Tom Green Septet for Scarborough Jazz at the Cask; open-mic with John Watton at Cellars.
MON 16 FEB Scarborough Folk at the Merchant.
THU 26 FEB Tom Townsend and guests at the Cask; Jesse Hutchinson and Frankie Dixon at Cellars; open mic at the Nags Head in Scalby.
TUE 17 FEB Jesse Hutchinson at the Tap and Spile.
R&B/soul outfit Little BigHorn, fronted by Clive Murray, return to the Tap and Spile on the afternoon of Sunday 8 February. Formed in September 2004, the band will on this occasion have seven members, says bass guitarist Rich Red-Eye Hodgson.
FRI 27 FEB Acoustic sets at Indigo Alley; Rob Lee at Blue Crush; Bladerunner at the Mayfield in Seamer. SAT 28 FEB Two Tones at Indigo Alley; Snatch at the Tap and Spile; Tom Davenport at the Merchant; Ordinary Affair at the Newcastle Packet; James McCann at the Eastway Club in Eastfield. SUN 1 MAR The Mothers at the Tap and Spile (4.30pm); Raven at Watermark; Alistair Huntly at Blue Crush.
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Great day for South Cliff
not match them but managed to chalk up scores of 67, 67, 69 & 69 for a total of 272 to limit the damage and still leave them 17 & 18 shots clear in the standings from Filey & South Cliff. After this result the run in to the finish now looks very interesting with the next fixture at Whitby followed by visits to South Cliff and Filey both of whom will be looking to maximise home advantage and put pressure on the leaders.
Tankards winners Craig Salt & Gary Thirkell
by Derrick Arden
THe Scarborough & District Winter Alliance resumed at Flamborough on Saturday January 24, the sun shone and the course was in great shape but a bitingly cold westerly breeze made the playing conditions tricky. However, the
challenge brought out the best in the South Cliff team who posted 62, 64, 68 & 68 for a team total of 262, good enough to bring them 10 shots nearer to the top of the standings and eight shots better than Bridlington, Filey & Malton on the day. Alliance leaders North Cliff could
Leading 4ball scores; 1st Gary Thirkle (5) & Craig Salt (10) - S/Cliff – 62 (Tankards winners) 2nd Gary Mathews (8) & Karl Hanson (16) - Flamborough – 63; 3rd Chris Halley (scr) & Ian Johnson (14) - Malton – 64, back nine 32; 4th Sam Pottage (3) & Paul Dack (10) - S/Cliff – 64; 5th Neil Richardson (6) & Paul Cross (18) – Brid Belv – 65, back nine 32; 6th Andy lyth (6) & Neil Cammish (10) – Filey – 65. Team standings & results from Flamborough in brackets; 1st North Cliff (holders) 1597 (272); 2nd Filey 1614 (270); 3rd South Cliff 1615 (262); 4th Driffield 1630 (280); 5th Malton & Norton 1635 (270); 6th Bridlington 1640 (270); 7th Whitby 1641 (276); 8th Kirkby 1649 (273); 9th Flamborough 1715 (272).
North Cliff Ganstead Park Ladies stars shine Shine at Flamborough
NORTH ClIFF members got back into competitive mode after the festive season with a couple of competitions organised by Club Professional Fraser Kelley. First up was a four ball better ball stableford and certainly the weather obliged by blowing away the cobwebs and providing a reason to move along quickly. leading the way were Simon Boddy (1) & Adrian Young (6) who put together an excellent total of 46 points to claim top spot. Tony Chapman (14) & Paul McGarry (13) played very well for 44 points to take second place just one point ahead of Paul Broadbent (7) & Chris Wharton (15) in third. The second competition was a three man team yellow peril Stableford off full handicap, the scores reflected both the benign weather and format. Trevor Marshall (26), Shaun lofthouse (26) & Gary Buck (28) took full advantage using their shots well to make an impressive total of 101 points to leave everyone else trailing behind.
ReSUMING after the mid-winter break the east Yorkshire ladies Winter Golf Alliance was greeted with blue sky and a well prepared course on the headland at Flamborough for Round four of their Trophy Competition. The day proved to be a real bonus for the Ganstead Park pairing of Sallie Nielsen (14) and Karen Batty (14) whose sixteen hole foursome medal score of 62.5, (the only sub par score of the day) gave them a two and a half shot winning margin over the home club’s Hilary Jewitt (16) and Sue Rivis (22). It was an inauspicious start for Nielsen and Batty who opened with a double bogey six on the first hole but thereafter eight pars and a birdie on the par four sixteenth certainly got matters back on track and smartened up their scorecard. Speaking after their convincing win Sally Nielsen said, “It really was an ideal winter day for golf. This was the first time I had played at Flamborough although Karen had played there previously. After a sticky start on the first we really played well thereafter and we were both really surprised at the margin of our victory”.
In the Trophy Competition after four rounds Hull still head the standings although their lead has been trimmed by second place Malton & Norton to just four shots with Ganton handily placed in third 6.5 shots off the pace. Leading Foursome Medal Scores:- 62.5 S.Nielsen (14) & K.Batty (14) Ganstead Park, 65 H.Jewitt (16) & S.Rivis (22) Flamborough Head, 68.5 J.Butler (5) & C.Simpson (5) Malton & Norton, J.lawn (19) & A.Johnson (20) Fulford, A.Hill (17) & l.Rushworth (16) Driffield, D.Kingswood (9) & J.Cormack (21), 69 J.Brown (5) & l.Hague (6) Ganton. Leading Trophy Standings following Flamborough event:1. Hull (2.5) 2. Malton & Norton (6.5) 3. Ganton (9), 4. Brough (16.5), 5. Ganstead Park (21.5), 6. Flamborough Head (22.5), 7. Filey (23), 8. Fulford (24.5), 9. Beverley (25.5), 10. Driffield (26.5). Our two Scarborough clubs North Cliff (34) and South Cliff (35) are placed 16th & 17th respectively.
Treble awards success for Scarborough athlete by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
SCARBOROUGH AC’s Philip Markham scooped three awards at the club’s annual presentation ceremony which was held at Scarborough Cricket Club. Both runners and enthusiasts attended the packed venue to pay recognition to Scarborough and North Yorkshire’s junior
and senior athletes on both road, track and field over 2014.
Markham took the overall men’s road title together with most improved runner and the V40 road race champion . Philip commented: “I was really surprised and honoured to win three awards, especially the coveted overall title. “last year went better than I could ever have hoped for, gaining 10 personal best
times from 10K to marathon distance, but this recognition will spur me on to do even better this year.” So far, 2015 hasn’t been too kind for Markham who has struggled with injuries over the winter. Despite having to pull out of the 25 mile Scarborough Rock off-road race earlier this month, he will still be hoping to line up for the up and coming Newcastle marathon.
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FOOTBALL FOCUS BORO REVIEW
Brief Cheer up and and join the squad by Pete Spence
pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THe Tigers Cheerleading squad are looking for new members to join them. If you are aged 12 and above and are interested in joining a cheerleading squad based in Scarborough then look for Tigers Cheerleading on Facebook for more details.
Boro re-union set to be a big hit Jamie Stewart in action
Alex Metcalfe battles for the ball against Warrington
by Will Baines
JANUARY was a mixed month for Scarborough Athletic, with two wins and two defeats so far in 2015. Boro currently sit 7th in the league, as they look to stay in touch with the leaders going into February. After the 3-0 Boxing Day defeat to Darlington 1883 and a frozen pitch at Clitheroe, joint-managers Bryan Hughes and Paul Foot took on Brighouse at Queensgate on New Year’s Day keen for their side to get back on track. A quick start for the home side saw Alex Peterson denied a goal in the early stages by the offside flag, but in the 22nd minute Gary Bradshaw curled a magnificent free-kick into the top corner to give Boro the lead. A second goal quickly followed as Peterson capitalised on a mix up in the Brighouse defence to crack the ball in off the post in what proved to be his final game for the club as his loan spell from Doncaster Rovers came to an end. Boro missed a string of chances before Jimmy Ghaichem cracked in his first goal of the season from outside the box, as Jimmy Beadle lashed in a fourth with a fierce volley. There was still time for Joe Cracknell to deny Ryan Hall a late consolation with a fine penalty save, as the Seadogs started the new year in style. The winning run continued 48 hours later as Jimmy Beadle grabbed the only goal as Boro saw off Spennymoor. The Boro side included local youngster Jamie Stewart at right-back, with fellow U19s Josh Venner and Tommy Wilson on the bench. Kallum Griffiths nearly gave the visitors an early lead, but a fine fingertip save from Cracknell kept the scores level. The breakthrough came on 32 minutes after patient build up play down the right saw a measured ball into the box from Boro winger Jimmy Ghaichem. Beadle chested the ball into the path of strike partner Gary Bradshaw, who knocked the ball back for Beadle to turn and hammer in on the volley. Boro worked hard to preserve their lead, with jointmanager Hughes coming close to doubling his side’s advantage but his effort was blocked. Dean lisles and Ben Middleton shone in the centre of the Boro defence, with Stewart growing in confidence as the game went on to secure the win.
If any Boro fans were getting ahead of themselves and dreaming of a promotion charge, they were brought crashing down to earth with two consecutive defeats. First the Seadogs travelled to Ossett Albion and despite taking the lead through a spectacular long range volley from Beadle, his 15th of the season, the Boro defence fell apart as they failed to clear their lines and were punished to trail 2-1 at the break. A third goal from Albion player/chairman Dominic Riordan killed off Boro’s chances and despite a late rally, they fell to their first defeat of the year. A second successive defeat followed against Warrington Town, as Boro were undone by the FA Cup giant killers. Yellows striker Ben Wharton was given too much space to turn and curl a superb shot into the top corner. Shortly afterwards Chris Gaghan exploited some poor marking to calmly slot in to make it 2-0 and leaving Boro on the ropes. But the home side rallied and got a goal back when Ryan Blott lifted over the on-rushing Warrington keeper just before half-time. On 48 minutes a weak back-header from Dean lisles failed to find keeper Cracknell, allowing Scott Matcalfe to sneak in on goal and despite a good initial save, the ball fell kindly to Gahgan who made no mistake to restore the twogoal cushion for Warrington. The Boro catalogue of errors continued as Cracknell failed to connect with a clearance upfield as the ball bobbled over his foot, giving Nathan Burke a free run on goal to make it 4-1. A Gary Bradshaw penalty reduced the deficit, but Boro were second best and well beaten by a hard working Warrington side. The game against Farsley last weekend was postponed due to a frozen pitch at Throstle Nest, giving jointmanagers Paul Foot and Bryan Hughes time to strengthen the squad ahead of a busy February. New signings Alex Metcalfe (midfielder), Tom Corner (striker) and Daniel Wilkinson (defender) will all be called on over the next few months to keep Boro in the race for the play-offs.
February Fixtures 31/01 - Burscough (A) 2:30pm KO 03/02 - Thornaby NRSC QF (H) 8pm KO 07/02 - Clitheroe (H) 3pm KO
14/02 - Droylsden (A) 3pm KO 21/02 - Clitheroe (A) 3pm KO 28/02 - lancaster City (H) 3pm KO
Admission £5 Adults, £3 Concessions, U11s FREE
A top day of talks, entertainment and food and beverages can be expected at the Scarborough Football Club’s Player Re-union event. It all takes place at Scarborough Rugby Club on Saturday July 18 from 12noon. Already confirmed to attend are former Boro favourites such as defenders Mark Hotte and Steve Baker, former Boss Colin Appleton, exskipper Scott Kerr and striker Mark Quayle. n Keep an eye out in future editions of the Scarborough Review for more information.
Net sessions for budding cricketers FlIxTON Cricket Club are holding junior nets every Sunday at Pindar leisure Centre. The sessions are for under-11s through to under-15s and take place between 4.30-6pm. All new players are welcome to attend.
Umpires course set for Staxton Cricket ground BUDDING cricket umpires have a great opportunity to learn more about the laws of the game at three courses being held in March. The eCB ACO level 1 Umpires Course takes place at Staxton Cricket Club on Sundays 1, 8 and 15. n Contact Readers Beckett League secretary Simon Dobson for further information on 01723 864714 .
Send your sports news to: pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
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Scarborough Sports Profile
Hot-shot Sygrove is a scoring sensation at all levels He added: “Those were brilliant days and I will never forget them. The Minor league was very strong back then with lots of good players and I can remember how chuffed I was to win the player of the year award.” During his junior days Gareth also represented North Yorkshire in a tournament in France and was part of the Scarborough School of excellence run by Ian Kerr.
Scarborough Athletic Reserves under Steve Brennan too, and we gained promotion. I have been injured recently, which is disappointing, but I can guarantee I will be back out there doing my best to keep finding the back of the net because that is what I love to do.”
Gareth burst onto the senior scene with eastfield Reserves under the management of Dave Welburn and he was soon among the goals.
Gareth with the Saturday League division one title and the North Riding Cup during his time with West Pier
Gareth said: “That edgehill Reserves side was fantastic and we won the second division three years in a row and also the Junior Cup where I scored twice in the final. I remember wanting to get into the first team but at the time they had Jamie Burt and Ricky Greening so I could not get in. It was then I decided to move to Filey Town and it was ironic that shortly after I scored a hat-trick against edgehill’s first team.”
Name: Gareth Sygrove Sport: Football Position: Striker by Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
IF you are looking for a player to score you goals in the local football leagues then there is no man better than striker Gareth Sygrove. Sygrove, 31, who currently plays for Seamer Reserves in the Scarborough News District Saturday league, has been banging in the goals since he burst onto the scene in the minor leagues over 15 years ago. It all started at school for the centre forward who can list edgehill, eastfield, Filey and West Pier amongst some of the clubs that he has helped land trophies. Gareth said: “I remember my first game of football like it was yesterday as it was playing for Hinderwell School right next to the McCain Stadium. In that same Hinderwell team were the likes of Wayne Aziz, Dean lill, Keith Skelton and lee Major. “We all went on to play senior football for edgehill together and have remained friends ever since.” Gareth’s first taste of action in the Minor league was with eastfield where he won three league titles in a row and also was crowned player of the season at under-12s level.
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GARY Joce has been a huge darts fan for a long time and has witnessed many of the games greats. And although he likes to take to the oche himself, he much prefers to sit back and watch the professionals produce their magic. He said: “I grew up watching the BDO world championships at lakeside and will always remember wanting Bobby George to win. But then came along a certain Raymond van Barneveld or
The spell at eastfield was followed by a switch to edgehill Reserves in a side which featured players such as Gary Hepples, Dean lill, Baz Gill, Steve Provins and Tubby Ingle.
Gareth picks up the golden boot award from West Pier boss Andy Spivey
Filey proved to be another success story for Gareth under manager Dave Brannan before he made the switch to West Pier three years ago. There he won the first division title and North Riding Cup before moving onto current club Seamer Reserves where he has already hit double figures this campaign. But it is not just in the Saturday league where he has been a scoring sensation, hitting the heights of the goal getters for sides such as Trafalgar, Strongwood, Star and Filey Flyers. He added: “The Strongwood side we had with Bryn Kneeshaw in 2007 was brilliant and we cleaned up winning the lot. I also got the chance to play with the likes of former Boro players Denny Ingram and Marcus Jones which was a great experience.” Gareth has suffered with recent injury problems but he insists his goalscoring days are not over. Gareth said: “I love playing football and it is a massive part of my life. I have had some great influences on me such as Steve Coulson, Andrew Spivey, Dave Brannan and Sean Chapman, and I am glad I took up football from such a young age. I got to captain
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Gary has a keen eye for spotting the diamonds of darts Barney as we all prefer to call him. “Barney was almost unbeatable at the lakeside. Sticking with the BDO for a moment, eventually a certain Gary Anderson came along scoring 180s and 140s for fun, but he couldn’t finish the doubles (trebles for show, doubles for dough as Bobby George says). “Mr Anderson failed to make his mark on the lakeside stage and got a reputation for losing his bottle. I always felt if he could finish properly then not even Phil the Power Taylor could live with his scoring. “I do like Phil Taylor and what he has achieved is immense and wouldn’t have begrudged him a 17th title, it would have been epic. However, as I say I always felt Gary Anderson would one day do it. I remember Ady lewis’ 9 darter against
him in the PDC final three years ago, which lewis won. “So, watching this year’s PDC final was awesome and the best moment was when he won the 9th set to go 5-4 up having had his three darts (a maximum too) drop out of the board. “When Phil Taylor popped in a 180 on his way to a 2-0 lead I thought that was it, Taylor had him. Anderson nearly blew it again by suggesting it was all over walking off the stage at 6-4, especially when Taylor got back to 6-6. The Flying Scotsman showed that he does have bottle after all and made little trouble of the deciding set. Gary Anderson world champion! Gary has produced some decent arrows himself and added: “I have my own board at home and have managed eight 180s.
New PDC World Champion Gary Anderson “I did once get a 180 playing my mate Dave Thorpe, who left me on 51, which I finished in the next three darts. Without a doubt my best finishing three darts. “Some of my other highlights watching the sport are James Wade and Robert Thornton each getting 9 darters in the same match against each other at the World Grand Prix (Double in Double out format), also Ted Hankey’s 170 checkout to win his first ever BDO title at the lakeside.
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Scarborough Sports barrowcliff looking for home improvements Words & pictures by Pete Spence
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Coach Tony Walker said: “Most of the members of the team either live on the estate or have at some point lived on the estate. We have had a great start to our first season and if we can kick on and continue to improve these players are quite capable of gaining one of the promotion spots at the end of the season.
SCARBOROUGH Sports Barrowcliff were born in 2004 from a collaboration between Scarborough Sports Juniors and the residents of Barrowcliff, with a view to long-term sport development on the estate. The collaboration included the creation of an open age senior team to compliment the junior sides already created with the view of developing teams from the age seven up to the senior side to give continuation of football
kit sponsors, and the owner Mick Ingle is also the team manager. “We have just received a great sponsorship from Yorkshire Coast Homes for team tracksuits, so a very big thank you to them, they make us look very professional.” The team play on Gallows Close which up to last season had not been used for over ten years for sport, Scarborough Sports along with the help of Groundwork and the residents association and the council started to work to get the pitches up and running.
“These lads are all friends and have a great communal spirit which has been a big plus for the team so far. “We have a great relationship with the local businesses, especially Caddies convenience store who are the teams
“With the support we have had we aim to be one of the biggest grass-root sports clubs in the area.” Kevin Allen, Yorkshire Coast Homes Media and Community liaison Officer, said:“Yorkshire Coast Homes is very pleased to provide this support for Barrowcliff FC, as part of our ongoing commitment to helping people across our communities participate in sporting activities”.
Scarborough Sports Barrowcliff, back from left, Tony Walker (coach/assistant manager), Mick Ingle (manager), Nathan Spencer, Dave Young,Craig Spooner, Josh Bowmaker, Leeroy Donaldson, Zac Hansen, Sean Hope and Daniel Cook.
Kevin Allen of Yorkshire Coast Homes (front left) presents a sponsored training top to Scarborough Sports Barrowcliff manager Mick Ingle, with players looking on.
Front from left, Shane Hare, Sean Naylor, Chris Hannam, Dean Johnson, Domenic Leith (captain), Nathan Stone and Sheldon Fielding.
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By Pete Spence Sunset Tomiki founder and instructor Alan Cooper (front kneeling) with from left, Michael Leighton, Kiera Pettitt, Thomas Wright, Abigail Mayes and Clare Woodhouse
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SUNSeT Tomiki Aikido is rising to the top in local martial arts. Set up almost 20 years ago, the group has had a few homes around the Scarborough area but founder and 4th Dan instructor Alan Cooper is now pleased to have settled at the Falsgrave Community Resource Centre on Seamer Road. He said: “It is a nice venue with plenty of space and lots of parking room. We have been at Sunset Gym, which is where the name came from, and Pindar School, but we are glad to have ended up here and are making the most of it.”
Back from left, Declan Garbutt, Milosz Bulinski, Rhys Nichols, Joel Appleby, Alex Wright, Middle from left, William Connell, Victoria Connell, Isaac Machin, Ellie Standish, Jacob Burton, Ocean Graham and Chris Winson, and front Alan Cooper
Alex Wright (left) and Rhys Nichols demonstrate some techniques
Sometimes referred to
as Sport Aikido, Tomiki style differs from the other schools of Aikido by having competitive elements as a method to test one’s ability and the effectiveness of techniques. Alan explained: “It is not compulsory to take part in competition, as it represents only a part of overall training. “Tomiki Aikido is suitable and effective for both men and women of all levels of fitness and ages. Aikido is fun and helps keep you fit as well as providing you with an excellent self defence system which gives you peace of mind.” The club trains every Wednesday evening at the Falsgrave Community Resource Centre with juniors up first (ages seven to 16) between 7-8pm, followed by adults (16 years upwards) between 8-9.30pm. n The first lesson is free but there is a charge after (ring Alan on 01723 583641) for further details. All instructors and assistants are CRB registered.
New indoor cricket league is driving on on ground (4) back wall on the full (6) and runs accumulated by running between the wickets. Batsmen can be caught out on the rebound from the wall or roof. Fielders to circulate with each player bowling two overs and wicket keeping for two overs. With six players on each team.
Knockout advice for Pindar pupils
Pinkney Grunwells Managing Partner, Richard Grunwell, said: “How wonderful to see so many young cricketers so obviously keen and enjoying themselves in their smart white gear! It is a pleasure to be sponsoring such worthwhile activity.” The likes of louis ellis, Isaac Grunwell, Gregor Fraser and Toby Jones have all impressed with the bat so far. From left, Rob Lacy, Joe Barker, Ruben Lacy, Toby Jones, Ryan Vance, Neil Cowton and Richard Grunwell the Scarborough & District Cricket By Pete Spence Development Group. pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
FEbrUAry FixTUrES Week Five: February 4
THe Pinkney Grunwells Indoor Junior Cricket league is proving to be a big hit.
And Scarborough Review editor Pete Spence went along for the opening games.
The action takes place every Wednesday evening at Scarborough Sixth Form College and features teams such as Cayton, Flixton, Wykeham and Cloughton.
The rules of the game are: two overs each bowler, wides (2 runs) for anything down the leg side (no extra ball). Batsmen retire at 25 but can return if all batsmen are out. Runs are scored for hitting the back wall
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King of the castle set to be crowned By Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THe first ever Castle Sports Invitational Blackball Singles Pool league Champion will be crowned on Monday February 2. The final sees Dion Moulding take on Danny Tyler in a game which could go either way. league representative Stefan Hague said: “ Both players have had tough matches getting through to the final with Danny Tyler coming through against Gary Tilbury and Dion beating Alio Berridge in a pulsating match that could have gone either way. The Final
will be first to 11 and we wish both players the best of luck.”
The action gets under way from 7pm and the event is open to all to watch. Registration for next season and presentation night will also follow the conclusion of the final.
By Pete Spence pete@thescarboroughreview.co.uk
THAI Boxing World Champion Rachael MacKenzie caused a stir when she landed at George Pindar School. Rachael spent the day at the eastfield school when she came to work with the girls in years 9 and 10 who are taking GCSe Pe. Throughout the day there was practical work as well as motivational speaking. In Rachael’s talk, she told students of the many knock backs she had as she strived to achieve her goals and how she spent a year doing press ups to build her strength before the men at the training gym would take her seriously and allow her to train with them. The determination and resilience that she showed was inspirational and her message was ‘never give up on your dreams.’ As well as being inspiring, Rachael was also very entertaining and the girls thoroughly enjoyed her talk.
The winner of the competition receives £450 in prize money with the runner-up set to collect £200. Dion said: “I am excited about the game and it should be a cracker. The response to the competition has been excellent and I would like to thank everyone who has taken part and supported it.”
Thai World Boxing Champion Rachael MacKenzie and pupils from George Pindar School
Blackball Pool League Finalist Dion representative Stefan Moulding Hague
Rachael has been the World Champion Thai Boxer for 10 years but is currently out of boxing due to injury. She now works for the Youth Sport Trust (YST) inspiring young adults all over the country.
Neesom looking to climb high at Oliver’s Mount in 2015
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James will be riding a classic bike for the first time at Oliver’s Mount this year at the Barry Sheene and Cock o’ The North meets as well as the Pre TT and the Classic TT. He has been asked to ride a Kawasaki Formula 1 ZxR750 which is currently being built for him.
JAMeS Neesom, an engineer from Seamer, who only started racing in 2011 winning the Rookies championship with local club Auto 66, is looking forward to returning to his home circuit Oliver’s Mount this year. James is raring to get going on the famous track where he used to watch from the sidelines as a boy. 2015 will see James racing in the 600 class on his Kawasaki Zx6R and a new bike for this year will be a Kawasaki Zx10 in the 1000 classes. He will be appearing at all four Oliver’s Mount meetings and is aiming for success, looking to continue on his impressive form from last year smashing his personal best times at each meet and achieving podium finishes up against some superb
James said: “This is an amazing opportunity and I can’t wait to get out testing on the bike and I’m really looking forward to riding it at my home circuit”. James works on his own bikes and helped develop the Supertwin with locals Nikki Kennedy and Rich Kirby, which he then went on to win at the 2014 Manx GP with his results also helping to win the team trophy or Auto 66. This was his second podium at the world famous 37.7 mile mountain course having finished third in his newcomers race in 2013. James is hoping to follow
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SCARBOROUGH Athletic’s re-arranged North Riding Senior Cup quarter-final game against Thornaby, will now be played on Tuesday February 3 at Queensgate, with an 8pm kick-off. The draw for the semi-finals of the competition sees Middlesbrough or Marske Utd take on Scarborough Athletic or Thornaby. Meanwhile York City will face Guisborough Town or Whinney Banks.
Get running with beginners group SCARBOROUGH AC are holding a beginners group every Thursday evening. The sessions are aimed at both absolute beginners to ruwnning and those returning to the sport following injury or a spell away. Meet at Scarborough Rugby Club from 5.50pm. n Call Harry on 07929136751 for more information.
Exciting Cayley Cup draw made THe draw for the 2015 Readers T20 Cayley Cup has been made. Preliminary Round - To be played on or before Sunday May 24 2015: FlIxTON 2nds v SCAlBY , FORGe VAlleY v FIleY. Round 1 - To be played on or before Sunday June 21 2015: NAWTON GRANGe v eBBeRSTON , HeSleRTON v STAITHeS, STAxTON v CAYTON, No. 2 v No. 1. Semi-Finals - To be played on or before Sunday July 19 2015 with draw to be made week commencing Monday June 22 2015. Date, time and venue for the final to be confirmed.
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WeST Pier will face local rivals Newlands Park in the quarter-finals of the North Riding Challenge Cup at Sherburn on Saturday February 7. Pier, who won the prestigious competition two season’s ago, have beaten Dalton Athletic, Whitby Fishermen and lealholm to reach the last eight, while Newlands Park had a bye in round one, and then saw off lingdale United and Richmond Mavericks to reach this stage. West Pier are also challenging on three other fronts, having won their first 10 league games to go top of the District league first division, their most recent win being a 7-0 defeat of Ryedale Sports, and they are also still involved in the league Cup and District Cup. Newlands and West Pier also clash at Flixton in the league Cup quarter-finals on February 21, with Westover entertaining Filey Town in the other remaining quarterfinal. In the last eight of the District Cup, goals from Tom Barker, Martin Cooper and Will Jenkinson earned Pier a 4-1 win against Tennyson. In other District Cup quarter- finals a Ricky Greening strike earned edgehill a 1-0 win against Kirkbymoorside, and Sean exley scored twice as Newlands Park won 2-1 at Seamer Sports. The first division title race looks set to be contested by three teams, with Filey Town and edgehill chasing Pier at the top. Danny Collins struck a hat trick as edgehill won 5-2 at Ayton, while Filey came from two goals down to beat Westover Wasps 6-2. Reigning champions Newlands thrashed Sleights 9-0 (four goals for Danny Jenkinson), but a 2-1 loss to Filey in their next game was a massive blow to their hopes of retaining the title, with Ricky Tomlinson and James Pinder netting for Filey. Seamer Sports picked up a couple of good
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wins, beating Hunmanby United 7-0 (Joe Gallagher scoring a hat trick) and then Gary lawson, Ben Mason and luke Purvis netted in a 3-1 defeat of Ayton. Ryedale Sports boosted their hopes of avoiding relegation when Sam Burns scored four in a 5-0 win against fellow strugglers Hunmanby. Whitby Rugby Club have taken over from Filey Town Res at the top of the second division after beating Newlands Res 3-1, Scalby 3-1 and FC Rosette 9-1 (four goals for Phil Spencer), while Filey Res dropped their first points after drawing 5-5 with Cayton Corinthians, but they then beat Duchess 2-1 with Dave Wedge scoring both goals. Seamer Sports Reserves continue to lead the third division, with 11 wins and a draw from their first 12 matches. Falsgrave Athletic are their nearest challengers after Zac Hansen hit a hat trick in a 6-2 win against Comercial, and third placed eastway Sports beat Sherburn 3-2 with goals from eric Hall and Craig Moss to boost their promotion hopes. The draw for the semi-finals of the the league Cup is as followsNewlands or West Pier v Westover or Filey Town, Whitby Fishermen v edgehill. league Trophy semifinals- Duchess v Cayton Corinthians, edgehill Res or Seamer Res v Athletico 2B. Frank White Trophy semi-finals- Falsgrave Athletic v Ayton Res, Westover Res v Tennyson or Seamer Sports Res. In the Scarborough FA Harbour Cup the semi-finalists are lealholm, Kirkbymoorside, Filey Town and Ayton or Seamer Sports, while in the Junior Cup the semi-finalists areedgehill Res, Newlands Park Res, Filey Town Res and Kirkbymoorside Res. The last four in the Scarborough FA Sunday Cup are- Newlands, Trafalgar, ItIs ItIs and Cayton.
The District league Rep team have entered the National Interleague Knockout Cup, and they have been drawn away to the Teesside league in the first round, to be played at Thornaby FC on Saturday, March 21. The league have also arranged to play their annual fixture against Scarborough Athletic FC at Scarborough Rugby Club on Saturday, July 18. In the Scarborough Sunday league the first division title race looks to be a close affair between reigning champions Trafalgar, Newlands and West Pier, while Trafalgar Reserves are well clear at the top of the second division, with Scarborough Sports Barrowcliff, West Riding and Heslerton fighting it out for the promotion places. Traf Reserves came from 1-3 down to beat Cayton 7-4 (hat trick for Mikey Barker), and Sean Naylor scored twice as Scarborough Sports netted a crucial 4-2 win over West Riding. Trafalgar reached the quarter-finals of the North Riding Sunday County Cup with a 6-3 win at Grangetown, with Dean Craig scoring a hat trick. In the Senior Cup quarter-finals, Isaac Sands and Robin Dixon scored as ItIs ItIs won 2-1 at Fylingdales, Sam Hyde, Cameron Dobson and an own goal secured West Pier a 3-0 success against Klosters, and Commercial beat Whitby Wanderers 4-1 with strikes by Jamie Fowler(pen), MacAuley Youngson, Neil Forsyth and Robin Coulson. In Goalsports Trophy last eight ties, luke Jones scored twice as West Riding won 3-2 against Scarborough Sports, Carl Hepples 2 and Mark Kenyon netted for Roscoes Bar in a 3-1 defeat of Alma, and both Mikey Barker and Danny Glendinning hit tat tricks as Trafalgar Res beat Scarborough Spa 8-1.
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