Road closures start for Armed Forces Day National Event in Scarborough
It's so preparations can be made for Saturday.
Some road closures will start to come into effect later today, as Scarborough prepares to host the Armed Forces National Event in Scarborough.
The Borough Council says it needs to ensure that all streets within the event footprint are clear, to allow sufficient time for the set-up and then de-rig of the event:
"Whilst we appreciate that there will be some disruption caused by the closures, we hope you understand the necessity, due to the size and necessary safety measures around the event, of the closures for Scarborough to host such a prestigious national event."
Here is what you need to know:
LOCAL RESIDENTS
We will be writing to all residents directly affected by the Armed Forces Day National Event to accommodate their needs. We will not be able to allow the movement of vehicles from Foreshore Road, West Pier, Sandside, and Quay Street once the closures are in place.
Should you require use of your vehicle it is recommended that you use one of the surrounding parking places which we will provide use of free of charge while access to your property is restricted.
If your road is on the road closure list, you must move your vehicle by the times detailed in the closed from column. Any vehicles still on site will be removed and a charge may be made for recovery of your vehicle.
BLUE BADGE HOLDERS
Unfortunately, you are not able to leave your car parked even if you have a blue badge. All vehicles will have to be moved from the event area. We appreciate this may cause some inconvenience, but this is unavoidable. Arrangements are being made for anyone with special medical requirements. This is a once in a lifetime event in Scarborough and we hope you will join in and enjoy what will be an incredible spectacle for the area.
CLOSURES
All times are to be confirmed and are subject to change.
Peasholm Gap to Royal Albert Drive (Albert Road Junction CLOSED from 00:01 on Friday 24th June 2022 to 23:59 Sunday 26th June 2022
Royal Albert Drive (from Albert Road (Chain Hill) to Marine Drive) CLOSED from 00:01 on Friday 24th June 2022 to 23:59 Sunday 26th June 2022
Marine Drive CLOSED from 00:01 on Friday 24th June 2022 to 23:59 Sunday 26th June 2022
Sandside CLOSED from 00:01 on Saturday 25th June 2022 to 23:59 on Saturday the 25th of June
Foreshore Road CLOSED from 00:01 on Saturday 25th June 2022 to 23:59 on Saturday the 25th of June
Eastborough from Globe Street to Foreshore Road Junction CLOSED from 00:01 on Saturday 25th June 2022 to 23:59 on Saturday the 25th of June
Blands Cliff CLOSED from 00:01 on Saturday 25th June 2022 to 23:59 on Saturday the 25th of June
East Sandgate from Tuthill to Eastborough CLOSED from 00:01 on Saturday 25th June 2022 to 23:59 on Saturday the 25th of June
Quay Street CLOSED from 00:01 on Saturday 25th June 2022 to 23:59 on Saturday the 25th of June
Valley Road from Vernon Road roundabout to Seafront CLOSED from 00:01 on Saturday 25th June 2022 to 23:59 on Saturday the 25th of June
Spa Drive and car park CLOSED from 00:01 on Saturday 25th June 2022 to 23:59 on Saturday the 25th of June
Spa Forecourt car park CLOSED from 00:01 on Saturday 25th June 2022 to Midnight Saturday 25th June 2022
West Pier Car Park CLOSED from 00:01 on Friday 24th June 2022 to 23:59 Sunday 26th June 2022
Quay Street Car Park CLOSED from 7am on Thursday 23rd June 2022 to 23:59 Monday 27th June 2022
Eastborough Car Park CLOSED from 6pm on Friday 25th June 2022 to 6pm Sunday 27th June 2022