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With the high season now with us, there are countless events taking place in the area.

As well as well-known landmarks such as Whitby Abbey and Scarborough Castle, which host their own events, there's also the North York Moors National Park, lots of museums, and of course theatrical entertainment at the Open Air Theatre.

Here are five annual events you might want to consider attending. And, even better, why not book your accommodation with us, too?

All details correct at time of publishing, please check details before you book/travel. 

We are delighted to announce that we've been awarded the Certificate of Excellence 2019 by the world-renowned travel website, Trip Advisor.

We really appreciate all our guests who've helped make this possible with their reviews and comments. 

Thank you everyone for making this possible. 

The sound of the gulls, buckets and spades, ice creams, fish and chips ... we can only be talking about a trip the seaside!

Here at Grouse Hill, we have the North York Moors National Park on the doorstep and within easy driving distance we have the seaside resorts of Whitby, Scarborough and Filey.

Scores of events take place over the summer, including Filey Food Festival (June); Seafest in Scarborough (July); Whitby Regatta (August); Whitby Pirate Festival (September); Scarborough Goldwings Parade (September); Yorkshire Fossil Festival (Scarborough in September).

To find out the dates and further details, click the link below. You are spoilt for choice, and this does not include the Open Air Theatre in Scarborough, Whitby Pavilion and other venues that also have a summer programme. Enjoy! 

For those of you joining us this weekend, it's worth knowing the Tour de Yorkshire Cycle Race comes to the Coast on Saturday 4th May. There will be road closures in place along the Yorkshire Coast. 

To find out more, click the link below.

Love food? Enjoy a drink?

Then get your tastebuds ready for the Scarborough Food and Drink Festival 2019!

This year's dates are Saturday 11th May (11am to 6pm) and Sunday 12th May (11am to 4pm).

The foodie extravaganza is taking place at the iconic Open Air Theatre in the North Bay.

The Scarborough News and Yorkshire Post have joined forces to help bring this event to the coast.

There will be live demos from well-known chefs including Stephanie Moon, James Mackenzie and Rob Green and many more.

We always look forward to the Scarborough Open Air Theatre announcing its new acts for the following summer season. 

The dates and artists due to take place this summer include: Years and Years - Thursday 18th July. Madness - Friday 19th July. Lewis Capaldi - Saturday 20th July. Jess Glynne - Sunday 21st July. Kylie Minogue - Thursday 1st August. Lewis Capaldi returns to Scarborough on Friday 30th August. Queen Machine Symphonic featuruing Kerry Ellis will perform on Saturday 31st August.

The Open Air Theatre is just a few miles south of us here at Grouse Hill. There is parking nearby, plus places to eat and of course the spectacular North Bay with its golden beaches.

There will be further announcements soon, so we'll keep you posted. Details correct at time of posting.

So we've been for over amonth now - can you believe it!

However, that doesn't mean that we're resting on our laurels.

We're already looking ahead at events taking place in Whitby next year. 

Events include The Creedence Collection at Whitby Pavilion on Friday 15th March 2019.

Psychic Sally will also appear at the same venue on Wednesday 27th March 2019.

And the famous Goth event, Tomorrow's Ghosts Festival, will take place in the town on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th April 2019.

Other events include the Whitby Regatta in August and dozens of spring and summer events throughout the high season of 2019.

So ... join us here at Grouse Hill to enjoy some fabulous events on the Yorkshire Coast. 

The Yorkshire Coast has had one of the best summers in years!

Scarborough's Open Air Theatre welcomed some great names, including Britney Spears, James Arthur, Texas and James.

The attraction has now closed for for this year. We're waiting for the 2019 acts to be announced, and we'll keep you posted.

In Whitby, the annual Regatta was a huge success and there were some other fabuolous events, including the Goth events in spring and autumn. 

As we are within the North York Moors National Park, then we would encourage you to make the most of this beatiiful location. There's so much going on througout the year, you are better visiting their website to find out more.

We hope you can join us again in 2019 for whole new raft of events. Our Wigwam® Holidays booking system is now taking bookings for 2019.

We will close on Tuesday 9th October and re-open Tuesday 12th March 2019.

Wigwam® Holidays booking system now taking bookings for 2019.

We are delighted to let all our guests know that we've been presented with the Four Pennant Gold Award from the AA!

We usually get an inspection in July each year, and we're so pleased we've achieved this standard once again.

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Scarborough's Open Air Theatre, which is close to the town's spectacular North Bay, is THE venue for great summer entertainment!

There's been some fantastic acts already 'on stage', with the following arriving soon:

Bastille (Saturday 28th July) * Texas (Saturday 11th August) * Britney Spears (Friday 17th August - sold out) - James - Saturday 18th August.

Join us at Grouse HIll are about half an hour's drive away! 

Time to get the diaries updated with all the events that are taking place in Whitby this summer!

As well as Armed Forces Day (Saturday 30th June), there's the Captain Cook 250 Festival (6th to 8th July); Whitby Steampunk Festival (27th to 29th July); Whitby Regatta (11th to 13th August);

Whitby Folk Week (18th to 24th August); Whitby Pirate Festival (7th to 9th September).

These events are popular and take place just a few miles up the road from Grouse Hill. Remember to check any events are taking place before you travel, just in case there are any changes.

A key date in Whitby's calendar is Armed Forces Day, which this year takes place on Saturday 30th June.

This special occasion is a chance for the town to show its appreciation of the Armed Forces, their families, veterans and cadets.

Taking place in the Green Lane area (YO22 4EH), the day will include lots of fun events such as various stalls, including ones representing the Army, Navy and RAF; family activiites such as a climbing wall; displays including one from the Drum Cadets and dance displays.

Always a busy event, the town is tranformed and has a great atmosphere.

Similar events take place in Scarborough, which will also include aerial displays. 

The Whitby event starts at 10am and finishes at 4pm.

Please be sure to check details before you travel.

Whitby is one of the best-known seaside locations in the UK and Grouse Hill Camping and Glamping is just eight miles from this fabulous town.

The town has connections to Captain Cook, Dracula, the jet industry and lots more besides, as well as being famous for its kippers!

Whitby is divided by the River Esk, one of Yorkshire's greatest rivers. The two sides of the town are divided into East Cliff (on which stands Whitby Abbey) and West Cliff (which includes the famous Whalebone Arch and Captain Cook Monument).

The incredible harbour, which includes two impressive piers, is bustling with fishing boats and pleasure launches, perfect if you want to sample life on the ocean wave.

Whitby is a hub of activity throughout the year, with famous events such as the Whitby Goth Weekend, Whitby Regatta and Whitby Folk Week all attracting the crowds.

With such a long history, the town includes Pannett Park Museum complete with beautiful gardens and the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, in which the famous maritime explorer cut his nautical teeth when he was a young lad.

Whitby is also a great favourite for food fans and those who like a bit of shopping, with a plethora of fabulous places to eat and eclectic shops to browse around.

And we must not forget the golden beaches at Whitby and the colourful beach chalets! Cliff top walks are also a favourite with visitors. 

Many folks have made their fortunes in the town, and there is many a traditional trade still thriving in Whitby's cobbled streets. There are several jet jewellery makers, a kipper house, and a busy fishing fleet that supplies some local eateries with fresh seafood.

There is also Whitby Pavilion which hosts a number of live performances, films and coffee dances throughout the year.

Here at Grouse Hill, we are just a short drive from the main Scarborough to Whitby road, and if you prefer to travel by bus, then the nearest bus stop is just a short walk from Grouse Hill's entrance, and can be found just outside the Flask Inn.