Stormy Scarborough

 Wednesday 16th February 2022.              Stormy Scarborough 

What would be in store for the Lads adventure today, a few weeks ago some of the lads took advantage of a reduced train fare to the East coast resort of Scarborough, a favourite haunt of the lads.

Well true to form the weather conditions for this particular outing were dire to say the least. A storm named Dudley was about to unleash it’s wild windy gust of in excess of 40 mph. To the northern part of the country. Anyhow the tickets had been purchased and the Lads concerned were feeling brave, them being Colin, John and Dave , Allan would be meeting up with them at Scarborough. Many train cancellations were apparent on the morning they were due  to leave Leeds railway station ,causing a few problems for John and Dave in their attempt to get to Leeds, but they did prevail and joined Colin aboard the 9:27 on platform 16 duly bound for Scarborough. Just over an hour and a half later they were met by Allan. The actual weather conditions in Scarborough at that point were not too worrying for the Lads . 

So off they began on today’s journey around the resort, with the direction of their normal route changed somewhat, they have decided to approach the North Bay Area via the old streets of the town, but first however calling in at a cafe recommended by Allan, it is situated in the so called Market Vaults which are underneath the old market hall. What a delightful surprise it turned out to be, Allan was on first name terms with the owners,  so of course they were pleased to met us all, especially when we kept bursting into song at the drop of the hat, which is normal for us. We did get some good reviews which lead to an elderly gentleman joining in with our conversation and adding some music questions of his own. Lil supplied us with our breakfast requirements and we did all really enjoy all of this new experience.

From this point we now set off in the direction of the Old Church on the hill ,via the old streets leading us there.

Once at a vantage  viewing point overlooking the North Bay the weather conditions turned foul, so we had to contend with very gusty winds and driving rain , however this spell on inclement weather only lasted for a short time, enough for us to descend by the pathway down onto Marine Drive and part way along it until the really bad weather conditions returned, the last few hundred yards proved somewhat difficult for some members of our team. The Lads did eventually reach the safety of the  Outlook fish and chips restaurant situated in the harbour area and enjoyed a lunch time meal whilst trying to dry off. 

Some time later with the wind and rain battering them, the Lads now headed for the funicular tram that would transport them up to the cliff top, but alas this was not running , much to the lads dismay, so it was a really tough and arduous climb up the many many steps to reach our goal, half hour later the Lads had reached the railway station in plenty of time for to catch the 15:32 train heading for Leeds. Saying farewell to Allan and thanking him for the introduction to the market vault cafe. Once aboard the train it was a smooth journey back to Leeds and hopefully the rest of their individual journeys home. However it would be John who would experience some difficulties in getting to his home. 7:15 pm to be exact.

Looking Back, this was a tough outing covering almost 5 miles but nevertheless a most enjoyable one.

Cheers Lads.