Weekend Breaks UK in Scarborough

If you’re sick of flying or low on pennies due to the current economic crisis, why not get away for your weekend breaks, UK has it all especially in the town of Scarborough in North Yorkshire.

Scarborough is a rapidly evolving town, plenty of attractions and excitement to occupy even the most hardened of tourists.

On the North side of Scarborough’s two bays you will find Scarborough’s Open Air Theatre seating 6,500 people and hosting top bands such as The Doves and Newton Faulkner.

Built by King Henry the 2nd there is also the Castle built on Scarborough’s North side perched on the headland overlooking the picturesque coast. Other attractions include mini golf, miniature railway, the sea life centre (aquarium) perfect for a rainy day and the beach itself ideal for sand castles and sunbathing.

South side of Scarborough is where you can find all the traditions of the seaside, Fish and Chips, ice cream from world famous Harbour Bar, amusement arcades and much more if you’re contemplating you’re weekend breaks UK beaches like Scarborough’s don’t come much better.

If you’re in for a bit of retail therapy why not explore some of Scarborough’s great shops in the town centre. These shops include New Look, Topshop/man, Debenhams, M&S, HMV and Debenhams.

There is also plenty of places to eat including you’re obvious fast food outlets such as Mcdonalds to you’re sit down restaurant chains such as Pizza Hut. You can enjoy a coffee in Costa or eat out in a selection of quirky little café’s and restaurants.

For a fantastic holiday Scarborough is definitely up there as your first choice in terms of weekend breaks, UK breaks to Scarborough are unbeatable.

Pub Accommodation in Yorkshire

Pub accommodation is one of them things where you could have the best holiday of your life or the worst, due to the way pubs run it’s a very informal experience your not going to get the same service that you would in a hotel … or so you thought. I’ve reviewed 3 pubs’ that offer some of the best pub accommodation North Yorkshire has to offer.

The Downe Arms, Wykeham

Sat on the edge of the magnificent North Yorkshire Moors Park, 10 minutes from Scarborough and 15 minutes from Pickering, this pub has a great look and friendly welcome.

Perfect location as a base to explore the delights of North Yorkshire whether it be walking The Cleveland Way along the rugged coastline, visiting one of our four heritage sites, golfing on a championship golf course, or riding the steam train from Pickering into Heart Beat Country It’s all on your door step for you to enjoy. Ideal for cyclists, shooters and anglers.

Accommodation wise the Downe Arms has 10 individual en-suite bedrooms with sumptuous Georgian windows. All rooms offer a charming, indulgent place to relax and enjoy, the bedrooms provide country elegance and the same level of comfort that you expect from a traditional country inn.

In truth the Downe Arms offers a subtle blend off traditional and contemporary allowing you to enjoy your stay even more, if you want pub accommodation that treats you well whilst skipping the formalities of a hotel the Downe Arms should be your number one choice.

The Green Man Family Inn, Malton

Situated in the peaceful town of Malton in North Yorkshire The Green Man Family Inn is pub accommodation at it’s highest level.

Close to the historical city of York, The Green Man Family Inn can act as the perfect base for local attractions such as Castle Howard a stunning stately home or Flamingo Land a theme park located in nearby village Pickering. However the town does offer a lot of services including an array of café’s, bars and restaurants including the famous Ambiente Tapas Café.

The Inn itself has 24 comfortable, double, twin, single and family en-suite bedrooms all with TV’s and refreshment tray, all guests receive a Breakfast choice between a light continental selection or a lush full Yorkshire breakfast.

Great rates are available at the Inn with reliable pub accommodation all year round if you want a pub that offers great service but doesn’t take itself seriously this is the place to be…. It even has an American Pool Hall!

Scarborough hotels, North Yorkshire’s best

With Scarborough in peak season tourism is affluent around Scarborough hotels, North Yorkshire has never been so popular , below is a hotel that thrives to offer the tourist a great deal even in the middle of August when people are flocking to the seaside for ice cream, sunshine and the local attractions.

One of the great Scarborough hotels, North Yorkshire is so proud of is the Crescent hotel, located near to the Scarborough town centre.

The Crescent Hotel offers high quality accommodation for affordable prices, a delightful three star hotel on a grade two listed building The Crescent overlooks the beautifully maintained Crescent Gardens. The hotel is also handy to bus and railway station, shops, theatres, close to Scarborough spa, beaches and harbour.

The Crescent has 20 comfortable bedrooms, en-suite facilities, flat screen digital ready television, wireless internet available and tea and coffee making facilities. The room themselves give the guest a sense of relaxation and is the perfect room to crash out after a long day touring the many attractions surrounding the area.

The Crescents delightful restaurant specialises in fresh local sea food and prime Yorkshire steaks cooked to perfection with an American twist. However if your looking for a more informal style of dining why not try Cooney’s Carvery which offers simple dishes like Roast Beef, Yorkshire Puddings and Steak and Kidney Pie.

Crescent Hotel is also a true home for anyone staying at the hotel whether it be as a tourist or here for business people who regularly stay come back year after year because they enjoy one of the best Scarborough hotels, North Yorkshire has to offer , if your looking for classy accommodation that doesn’t take it self to seriously then The Crescent hotel is well worth a visit.