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Grand Scarborough

23rd December 2023 Always Worth Saying 0

Scarborough Beach Scarborough Beach is a renowned seaside destination known for its two sweeping sandy bays divided by the iconic Scarborough Castle. The North Bay offers a quieter ambience, while the South Bay is livelier, [more…]

20th Century

Another Scarborough Sea Battle

16th December 2023 Always Worth Saying 0

Scarborough Castle Scarborough Castle is a significant historical landmark located on the Yorkshire coast. The castle is perched on a rocky promontory, overlooking the North Sea, and has a history that spans nearly 3,000 years. [more…]

20th Century

Unlikely Battle Honours

9th December 2023 Always Worth Saying 0

Scarborough is a renowned seaside town located in North Yorkshire. It is the most populous town on the Yorkshire coast with a population in the sixty thousands. The town has a rich historical background, with [more…]

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Oliver Sarony – man of many parts

23rd October 2023 Going Postal 0

My last lurcher, over 16, who used to run like the wind delighting in her agility but only a memory sadly, because of her age we used to take very sedate walks with much deciphering [more…]

20th Century

Postcard From Summer 1954, Part Three – Scarborough

11th November 2021 Going Postal 0

In 1954, the Manchester Evening News launched a “Special Investigation” and tasked my uncle, John Alldridge, with answering the question – Holidaymakers, do you get value for your MONEY? What follows is his report on [more…]

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