Practical Motorhome

SCARBOROUGH FAIR!

Duration

Four nights

When

August 2020

Why?

Traditional seaside holiday with plenty to keep the whole family entertained

Scarborough bills itself as Britain’s first resort, dating right back to the 17th century, and there’s plenty of evidence to indicate that it’s still going strong today.

Amusement arcades, ice cream parlours and fish and chip shops garland the top end of South Bay like a gaudy necklace, and if you visit during the high season, South Sands will be packed with holidaymakers, all soaking up the sunshine and bathing in the sea.

Yet beneath the brash, rather extrovert exterior, there’s also plenty of scope to find a spot of peace, quiet and culture, even in July and August – making it perfect for an enjoyable multigenerational short break.

Generation game

It’s notoriously difficult to cater for the range of needs and expectations in children aged between four and 14 years, not to mention semi-retired and retired grandparents, plus a great-uncle and

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