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Fish n' Chips in Scarborough

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Helen's travel blog in Scarborough, United Kingdom. She went on 10 of March 2007 for 1 day. She went for beach, adventure. Helen went with a group of friends. She got there and around by walking, train. Helen's travel verdict is: recommended.

I recently read that Scarborough is to be 'regenerated'. Money will be injected into the area in order to update its facilities and make it a serious, classy tourist venue. Of course, this is great news for the local community and the wider area.

However, a small, very selfish part of me felt a bit regretful about this. The selfish daytripper in me resented the fact that soon, Scarborough as I know it, charmingly dilapidated from its original status as a prime Victorian holiday location will be no more.

For me a day in Scarborough has to begin with fish and chips. There are plenty of chippies dotted along the sea front where one can purchase a healthy portion of fishy goodness! Following this, a walk along the beach is perfect. Scarborough boasts some of the best beaches in Britain: sandy, clean and long, they attract hoards of surfers and families during the summer months.

After this there is plenty to keep one occupied - endless arrays of arcade games (including the traditional, addictive 2 p slot machine) and fair ground rides, the sea life marine sanctuary, a trip up to Scarborough’s ruined medieval castle or an indulgent ice cream in the front's american style parlour.

I would challenge anyone to find a more British day out !

A beautiful beach

Travel Blog Tags

traditional, daytrip, seaside, britain and northern england

Comments

lu says...

I'm a big fan of Scarborough too. Fish and chips with gravy followed by a walk along South Beach, stopping off at some amusements along the way, you just can't beat it!

Posted 517 days ago.
Alexandra says...

Yep, the name conjures up such a naff reputation (like Bognor or Clacton!), but actually all those places have superb beaches, friendly chippies and will keep all kinds of people happy for long summer days!

Posted 517 days ago.
christophertracy says...

I haven't played those machines in years! I always used to remember badgering my nan for more money so I could keep playing.

Posted 459 days ago.
Amelia says...

I haven't been to Scarborough in years but it's a definite childhood favourite. Regeneration seems to be the buzz beach resort word these days!

Posted 458 days ago.