> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://scarboroughinsider.co.uk/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # ๐ŸบShocking Pub Closure, A Brown Flag Beach, And A Giant Unicorn? Only in Scarborough! ๐Ÿฆ„ - URL: https://scarboroughinsider.co.uk/shocking-pub-closure-a-brown-flag-beach-and-a-giant-unicorn-only-in-scarborough/ - Published: 2025-05-11T05:00:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-10T00:35:51.000Z - Description: ๐ŸŒŸ The Scarborough Rundown - Events, Activities, Live Music & Good News! ๐Ÿ˜Š - Author: Sue - Tags: #beehiiv, Newsletters **In partnership with** ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/07/f207146b-9285-4e58-86db-8cc479fe2978/content/images/2026/09/1440_primary_brandmark_rbg_black-30.png) **Hey Scarborough! Hereโ€™s Whatโ€™s Happening This Week!** From beloved pubs to brown flags, this weekโ€™s newsletter has all the highs and lows of life on the coast. First, the sad news: The [Cask Inn will close](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/cask-inn-scarborough-pub/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) its doors for good (?) on May 18, despite an outpouring of community support. Then thereโ€™s [South Bay, flagged ](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/scarborough-south-bay-brown-flag/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk)[*again*](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/scarborough-south-bay-brown-flag/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk)[ ](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/scarborough-south-bay-brown-flag/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk)for poor water quality, sparking serious conversations about our seaside. But itโ€™s not all doom and gloom! A massive inflatable unicorn has landed near Scarborough, and thereโ€™s a packed calendar of events. Volunteers are giving our town a fresh new look ahead of summer. Dive into the full lineup below - and see whatโ€™s making waves in Scarborough this week. โฌ‡๏ธ --- ## ๐Ÿ“ Scarborough in Brief - Community Updates ๐Ÿ“ฐ ๐Ÿป **Scarborough's Cask Inn to close despite community efforts** Locals fought hard to save the much-loved pub, but a private sale means The Cask Inn will shut its doors on May 18 - here's what happens next. [More](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/cask-inn-scarborough-pub/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ๐Ÿฆ„ **World's biggest inflatable unicorn lands near Scarborough** North Yorkshire Water Park is unveiling a magical Unicorn Splash Park complete with a 5-metre drop, themed games, and a VIP launch party. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/worlds-biggest-inflatable-unicorn-lands-on-yorkshire-coast/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ๐Ÿก **Burniston and Cloughton Village Hall gets grant boost for safety upgrades** As it celebrates its diamond jubilee, this social hub will add speed humps and refurbish its sports areas thanks to local funding support. [More](https://www.thescarboroughnews.co.uk/community/scarborough-village-social-hub-attracts-grant-support-5117759?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ๐Ÿšฉ **Scarborough South Bay gets second 'Brown Flag' for poor water quality** Despite high Yorkshire beach scores, South Bay has once again been flagged for pollution and low bathing standards. [More](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/scarborough-south-bay-brown-flag/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) โšฝ **Scarborough Athletic may ground-share in Bridlington next season** Ongoing pitch problems mean the Seadogs are eyeing a temporary move to Bridlington Town's stadium - here's what that means for fans. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/scarborough-athletic-eyeing-bridlington-ground-share-amidst-pitch-problems/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ๐Ÿ‘‘ **Scarborough to choose its first-ever Town Mayor** With Reform UK taking the majority of council seats, all eyes are on Wednesday's historic first meeting of the new Scarborough Town Council. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/scarborough-town-mayor-to-be-chosen-this-week/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) --- ### Looking for unbiased, fact-based news? 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[Subscribe to 1440 today.](https://l.join1440.com/bh?utm%5Fsource=beehiiv&utm%5Fmedium=cpc&utm%5Fcampaign=the%5Fscarborough%5Frundown%5FIIBLWLKQFZ&utm%5Fcontent=prospecting%5Fwinner%5Floser&%5Fbhiiv=opp%5F65b74740-51cd-4b52-a24f-54647f8b8f4c%5F1b75ca79&bhcl%5Fid=e9d3f208-1df3-45f0-8ec5-03bfa62f5ad6%5FSUBSCRIBER%5FID%5F{{email%5Faddress%5Fid}}) --- ๐Ÿฅพ **Coast to Coast walkers can now collect passport stamps** Robin Hood's Bay plays a starring role in the new Coast to Coast Passport scheme, just in time for the trail's National designation next year. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/coast-to-coast-passport-launched-with-special-role-for-robin-hoods-bay/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ๐Ÿฅ **Scarborough GP practice gets share of ยฃ102m upgrade fund** Castle Health Centre is one of 17 practices in North Yorkshire set to benefit from government cash to modernise patient facilities. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/yorkshire-coast-gp-practices-among-those-to-receive-modernisation-funding/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ๐Ÿ™๏ธ **Community clean-up and ยฃ20m plan aim to transform Scarborough** From murals to jet-washing pavements, locals are rallying behind a council-backed push to brighten the town and boost civic pride. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/scarborough-comes-together-for-town-improvement-scheme/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ๐ŸŽ“ **Scarborough MP calls for urgent action at special needs college** Alison Hume says an outstanding local sixth form needs more space and funding after seeing students learning in corridors. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/scarborough-mp-wants-outstanding-school-to-receive-more-support/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ๐Ÿ‰ **Scarborough Rugby Club chases cup glory in Nottingham** The squad heads into a semi-final showdown in the Para John's Community Cup with silverware in sight. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/scarborough-rugby-club-target-trophy-glory/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) ๐ŸšŒ **Fury over councilโ€™s โ€˜appallingโ€™ school bus policy change** Parents and councillors are slamming North Yorkshire Council after hundreds of families were left in limbo over school transport. [More](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/north-yorkshire-council-accused-of-appalling-communication/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) #### Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue - [Filey pool transformed into colourful coastal mural](https://www.thisisthecoast.co.uk/news/local-news/fileys-paddling-pool-transformed-by-expansive-coastal-mural/??ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) - [Scarborough B&B crowned Europeโ€™s best](https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/people/toulson-court-hotel-bittersweet-victory-for-small-bed-and-breakfast-in-scarborough-named-best-bb-in-europe-5107863??ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) - [Free brass band concert coming to Scarborough](https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/25133140.oddfellows-brass-perform-free-concert-scarborough/??ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) --- ## ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Events, Activities & Live Music ๐ŸŽพ **We keep it short here - head to** [**the events page**](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/whats-on-scarborough-events-live-music-things-to-do/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) **for full descriptions and links.** --- ### Mon, 12th May 12:30 ๐Ÿง Mental Health Awareness Week Bake Sale - One-Twenty, Eastfield 13:00 ๐Ÿ“– Scarborough Poetry Appreciation Reading Group - Scarborough Library, Scarborough 14:00 ๐Ÿง˜ Tai Chi for Health - Weekly Wellness Class - Filey Evron Centre, Filey 14:30 ๐Ÿง˜ Pilates Class - Staintondale Village Hall, Staintondale 18:00 ๐Ÿฅ LoveFit Pound! - Drumming Fitness Class - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough 18:15 ๐Ÿ’ช Tune In, Tone Up - Full Body Fitness Class - Gristhorpe & Lebberston Village Hall, Gristhorpe 19:00 ๐ŸŽฏ Monday Club - Free Pool & Games Night - The Ramshill Pub, Scarborough 19:30 ๐Ÿง˜ Relaxation and Rebalance Session - First Scarborough Scouts, Maple Drive, 20:00 โ“ Quiz Night - The Elsinore, Scarborough 20:00 ๐ŸŽถ Live Folk Music - Monday Folk Club - The Merchant Irish Bar, Scarborough --- ### Tue, 13th May 09:30 ๐Ÿง  Mental Health First Aid Training - Jazz Court, Eastfield 18:00 ๐ŸŒŠ Tuesday Sea Swim - Coble Landing Slip, Filey 18:30 ๐Ÿฅ‹ Wing Chun Kung Fu Class - Alexandra Community Centre, Scarborough 19:30 ๐ŸŽถ Quiz Night Entertainment - The Merchant Irish Bar, Scarborough 19:45 ๐ŸŽญ Imaginary Friends Solo Theatre Show - The McCarthy, SJT, Scarborough --- ### Wed, 14th May 09:00 ๐Ÿ“ก RYA SRC Maritime Radio Course - 54 North Maritime Training, Scarborough 09:30 ๐Ÿง  Mental Health First Aid Training - Jazz Court, Eastfield 10:30 โ™Ÿ๏ธ Chess & Conversation Meetup - More Than Books, Eastfield 10:30 ๐ŸŽจ Adult Crafting Club - Sea Glass Workshop - Gallows Close Centre, Scarborough 11:00 ๐ŸŽผ A Time for Peace: Music & Meditation - St Martin's Church, Scarborough 15:00 ๐ŸŽถ Acoustic Live Music - Sox on the Beach - Mojos Music Cafe, Scarborough 19:00 ๐Ÿ“š John Connolly Author Talk & Signing - Scarborough Library, Scarborough 19:00 โ“ Wednesday Quiz Night & Rollover Jackpot - The Ramshill Pub, Scarborough 19:00 ๐Ÿฐ History Talk - The Battle of Cayton Bay - Sam Noble Eyecare, Scarborough 19:00 ๐Ÿ’ƒ Dine and Dance - Ballroom & Latin Night with Bingo - Ocean Room, Scarborough Spa 19:30 ๐Ÿ’ƒ Salsa Dance Classes - St James' Community Arts Centre, Scarborough 19:30 ๐ŸŒธ Filey Flower Club - Monthly Meeting - Filey Evron Centre, Filey 20:00 ๐ŸŽค Mark Steel Stand-Up Comedy - Spa Theatre, Scarborough 21:00 ๐ŸŽธ Ray Randall - Live Acoustic Music - Station Inn, Whitby --- ### Thu, 15th May 10:00 ๐Ÿงธ Milkshakes - Play and Storytime for Under 5s - Alexandra Community Sports & Leisure Centre, Scarborough 10:00 ๐Ÿ•บ Dance Light - Roscoe Rooms, Scarborough 10:30 ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ Whitby Memories Picture Show with Ian Wilson - St Ninian's Church, Whitby 11:00 ๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ Walk & Talk - Mental Health Awareness Week - Holbeck Carpark, Scarborough 11:00 ๐Ÿช‘ Dementia-Friendly Movement Class - Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough 19:00 ๐ŸŽค Jimmy Carr - Laughs Funny Stand-Up Comedy - Bridlington Spa Centre, 19:00 ๐Ÿ’ป A Parent's Guide to Mental Health - Online Workshop - Online 19:00 ๐ŸŽฑ CPFA Free Pool Thursdays - Station Road, Cayton, Scarborough 19:00 ๐Ÿฅ LoveFit Pound! - Alexandra Community Sports & Leisure Centre, Scarborough 19:30 ๐ŸŽญ Showstopper! - The Improvised Musical Comedy - The Round, SJT, Scarborough 20:00 โ“ The Big Pub Quiz with Paddy McGuinness - Live Quiz Night Entertainment - The Tunny Catch, Scarborough 20:00 ๐ŸŽถ An Evening with Alastair James - Live Acoustic Jazz, Blues & Pop - The Crescent Lounge, Scarborough 20:00 ๐Ÿ“ฑ Smartphone Speed Quiz - Interactive Pub Quiz Night - Station Inn, Whitby 20:30 ๐ŸŽค Merchant Irish Bar Entertainment - Open Mic Night - The Merchant Irish Bar, Scarborough 20:30 ๐Ÿง  Quiz Night at Highlander Hotel - Highlander Hotel, Scarborough --- ### Future Events ๐ŸŽ‰ **Want to see whatโ€™s coming up?** [**Our events page**](https://exploringyorkshire.co.uk/whats-on-scarborough-events-live-music-things-to-do/?ref=scarboroughinsider.co.uk) **has a growing list of future happenings, complete with descriptions and links!** --- ## ๐Ÿ‘‹ Thatโ€™s All For Now ๐ŸŽฌ | From town to coast, there's always something happening in Scarborough.Thanks for reading and being part of this growing community of people who love Scarborough.Want to help spread the word? 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