Visit Scarborough Podcast
The Visit Scarborough Podcast is for anyone who loves Scarborough. We explore the area, bring you the latest info on upcoming events and feature interviews with people in the tourism industry. Presented by radio presenter Paddy Billington.
Episodes
23 episodes
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 22
Paddy reflects on 'Scarborough's greatest day' Armed Forces Day National EventWe chat to PLANET CIRCUS which is back in Scarborough over the summer holidays!We are at North Yorkshire Waterpark talking about how it's bigge...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 21
Paddy's at SEALIFE SCARBOROUGH talking about exciting plans for 2022.We chat to BEMPTON CLIFFS about one of the most incredible places in the UK to spot Gannets, Puffins and more.The marine theme continues with DOLPHINS t...
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28:00
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 20
Paddy's at PLANET CIRCUS OMG which has performances every day just off the A165 at Lebberston near Scarborough!We chat to Glenda Young, author of a new novel set in Scarborough called 'Murder At The Seaview Hotel'.We spea...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 19
Paddy's at the reopening of North Yorkshire Waterpark with its new attractions including Wakeboarding. We speak to Julian Norton the Yorkshire Vet, James Mason Chief Executive of Welcome To Yorkshire and Gareth Davies General Manager of th...
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22:26
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 18
Paddy speaks to North Bay Railways about their new motor boats operating from this weekend!We also chat to Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre about their fabulous free museum!The Fossil Shop tell Paddy about the geology...
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25:45
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 17
Paddy speaks to James Rusden from Toulson Court Guest House, the BEST B&B IN THE WORLD according to TripAdvisor!Paul Laidlaw from Scarborough Spa Orchestra tells us about the 2021 summer season!Tourism news includes t...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 16
Paddy speaks to THREE guests: Little Rascals Donkeys on the beach, the organiser of Books By The Beach Heather French about this year's festival and David Orton from Friends Of South Cliff Gardens on work getting underway to restore them t...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 15
Paddy speaks to Amy Bartle from Central Tramway. They're back open this weekend!Our first WALK is North Bay to the Castle, Harbour and around Marine Drive. We are 'Talking Walking'!We bring you the latest Scarborough tour...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 14
Paddy speaks Jeannie Swales from the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough. They've just announced their 2021 season including a World Premiere from Sir Alan AykbournOur 'Gem' this week is Westborough in Scarborough, the main shop...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 13
Paddy speaks Joe Healey from Church House Loft, an Air BNB accommodation on Eastborough in Scarborough. Discover more about it and Joe's favourite places to visit on Eastborough.Our 'Gem' this week is the Sea Cut in Scarborough. D...
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20:05
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 12
Paddy speaks to Lee and Dawn from Animated Objects. They create some fabulous, moving, illuminated creations for various events and occasions.Our 'Gem' this week is Marine Drive in Scarborough. Find out more about this great feat ...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 11
Paddy speaks to Ben Gilligan, Area Director for East Yorkshire Buses, about the return of the Beachcomber Open Top Buses with news of higher frequency and an extension of the route!Our 'Gem' this week is The Crescent in Scarboroug...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 10
Paddy speaks to Simon Kershaw, Brand Development Director at Bike and Boot Inn, Scarborough. Find out more about this new style of hotel.Our 'Gem' this week is the buildings and gardens which are the legacy of one man: Alfred Shut...
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20:25
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 9
Paddy speaks to John Kerr, new owner of North Bay Railway. What are their plans for the railway?Dolphins have visited Scarborough for the first time in 2021. We speak to Stuart Baines from Scarborough Porpoise Facebook page about ...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 8
In this episode Paddy speaks to Tony Bates. He bought the Hotel Ellenby back in October, right in the middle of the pandemic. Has the phone been off the hook with bookings this week? And why did he decide to run a hotel in Scarborough?
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20:46
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 7
In this episode Paddy speaks to John Senior, Chairman of South Bay Traders Association. We chat about how your favourite South Bay tourism businesses are coping during the 3rd lockdown and what the chances are of Scarborough hosting the Na...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 6
In this episode Paddy speaks to Gareth Davies, General Manager of North Yorkshire Waterpark. 2021 will see a multi-million pound investment with the addition of Wake Boarding. There is already an inflatable Aquapark, kayaking, open water s...
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22:32
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 5
In this episode Paddy speaks to Amy Bartle from Central Tramway in Scarborough. The historic tramway celebrates 140 years this year.We discover Oliver's Mount in Scarborough. The hill, named after Oliver Cromwell and home to the f...
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21:40
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 4
In this episode Paddy speaks to children's entertainer Magic Mike. He's entertained visitors to Scarborough at The Spa and Open Air Theatre plus many holidays parks too. We speak to the new organiser of the Goldwing Light Par...
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Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 3
In this episode Paddy speaks to legendary DJ Dave Marshall. He's entertained visitors to Scarborough for decades at venues like The Corner and Futurist Theatre. Meet Morna from Tall Storeys Guest House, a very special place i...
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25:05
Visit Scarborough Podcast - Episode 2
We chat to David from South Cliff Group about ambitious plans which will restore and transform Scarborough's iconic South Cliff Gardens.We meet Gillian, owner of the Rose Dene Guest House, now an adult-only accommodation provider ...
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