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The Sun
5 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Popular seaside town with stunning castle & Tudor streets announces shopping centre closure ahead of £20m makeover
A UK seaside resort with a stunning castle and Tudor streets is to officially close its shopping centre for a major revamp ahead of a £20m makeover. The North Yorkshire town, once dubbed a "social mobility coldspot", is hoping to reclaim its place as a "vibrant destination". 5 It was announced this week that Scarborough's Brunswick Centre will officially close on September 17, with redevelopment work beginning in the autumn. The site was bought by a developer in 2021 after a decline in footfall. Plans for its transformation include building an Odeon cinema and new food court at the site. The revamp of the town centre site is central to wider plans to regenerate Scarborough, which is affectionately known to locals as Scarbados. A spokesperson for Scarborough Group International (SGI), which owns the Brunswick Centre, said: "This is about more than buildings. "It's about reimagining the heart of the town and creating a place where people want to spend time." The announcement of the closure comes just months after North Yorkshire Council revealed £19.5m had been allocated to Scarborough as part of the government's Plan for Neighbourhoods scheme. 5 The authority said it had previously devised a "10-year vision document" following public consultation, which named improving the town centre and bus services as priorities. The plans for Brunswick Centre were officially approved in 2023, with the cinema expected to take up to 29,060 sq ft (2,700 sq m) of the Brunswick's almost 150,690 sq ft (14,000 sq m) of space. 5 Mark Jackson, project lead for SGI, said: "The closure of Brunswick is a major step forward, not just for the project, but for the wider regeneration of Scarborough. "While change can be disruptive in the short term, this marks the start of a much-needed transformation that will help the town centre match the strength of its visitor appeal." The seaside town attracted more than 23 million visits a year and "outperforms major cities in dwell time and year-round tourism", Mr Jackson added. As well as the cinema, the scheme is expected to see the redevelopment of the interior and exterior of the building, a multi-storey car park, refurbished shop fronts along Westborough and the opening of the facade with large glass panels to allow in more natural light. Incredible on stage footage shows thousands of Oasis fans going wild at sold out Wembley gig A North Yorkshire Council spokesperson said the project could help "uplift the whole area". They added: "It's very obvious when you visit Scarborough, particularly that part of the town, what a key role this building could hold in the revitalisation of this part of Scarborough." While the locals call it Scarbados, the Queen of the Coast – it has an ancient castle, spectacular cliffs, Tudor streets and two sandy beaches – there is a downside to living in Scarborough. In 2017, the Office for National Statistics reported the town had the lowest average income in Britain while it has also been described as being a personal bankruptcy hotspot and a social mobility coldspot. But in recent years the town has been fighting back. In April it was named as one of Britain's best seaside towns by Conde Nasté Traveller while there has been something of a cultural renaissance too with the success of the 6,000-capacity Open Air Theatre. 5 The theatre was reopened by the Queen in 2010 and now claims to be Europe's largest amphitheatre 'since antiquity'. Each year since its renovation it has attracted bigger names to its stage, which sits in the middle of a lake next to England's bracing east coast. Promoters Cuffe and Taylor (C&T) book the acts for the council-owned venue and secured the services of Britney Spears in 2018 and Noel Gallagher 's High Flying Birds twice: in 2016 and 2018. C&T's Peter Taylor reportedly discovered that one of Spears's representatives is originally from Leeds, and liked the idea of bringing the American superstar to the Yorkshire seaside. This summer's headliners include The Corrs, Gary Barlow, Pendulum, Shed Seven and Judas Priest, whose frontman Rob Halford paid tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne at their show in the theatre on July 23. Why is Scarborough so popular with tourists? As the UK's oldest holiday resort, Scarborough is still impressing guests to this day, with its world class accommodation options and stunning stretches of shoreline. The Yorkshire town first became a popular spot for staycationers almost 400 years ago, in the mid 1600s. And it's still held in very high esteem now, with only nearby Whitby beating it to the top of a list of the most popular UK holiday destinations back in 2022. One of the reasons Scarborough attracts visitors in the numbers that it does is because of its long stretches of sandy beach. According to Visit Scarborough, the town has some of "the best beaches in the country" which includes the Blue Flag North Bay Beach. It's favoured by "bathers, families, surfers and a variety of water sports enthusiasts" accord to the Beach Guide, who are also fond of the ruins of 11th century Scarborough Castle, which they say "dominates" the beach's backdrop. The castle's ruins are cared for by English Heritage and visitors can take in the spectacular views out to sea from on top of the hill, surrounded by its remaining turrets towers.
The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
I'm a single mum & glammed up my council flat for just £66… I don't even have to pay for it yet & it's great for renters
A SINGLE mother has given her kitchen a quick and easy makeover, without breaking the bank. So if you want to add style to your space and are on a tight budget, then you won't want to miss this. 2 2 Cynthia, who regularly shares 'smart, helpful finds online,' recently revealed how she transformed her kitchen, whilst spreading the cost. Posting on social media, the blonde beauty gave her followers a close-up look at her yellow kitchen tiles, prior to her DIY overhaul. Using stick-on tiles from TikTok Shop, Cynthia was able to brighten up her pad, whilst sticking to a tight budget. And those strapped for cash will be stunned to know that this bargain hunter's transformation is costing her just £66 in total - and she is able to spread the cost over three months. Cynthia confirmed that she is using Klarna, the 'buy now, pay later' service provider, to pay off her purse-friendly purchase. Not only did Cynthia show off her affordable marble-esque kitchen tiles and her new grey flooring, both of which is costing her £22 a month, but she also addressed the 'biggest misconception' many people have about those who live in council properties - that they 'don't have to pay rent and council tax.' To this, the mother clapped back and wrote: 'THAT IS NOT TRUE, we have to pay rent and council tax just like everyone else.' Cynthia then added: 'As a lone parent, I find it difficult lately, however, we still want to improve our home. 'I'm not embarrassed to tell you that these wall stickers, along with the sticky flooring from my previous video I bought off TikTok Shop, cost me £22 a month for three months. 'I think these stickers make such a huge difference, what do you think?' Trolls say council houses can't look nice but my stunning hallway will prove them wrong Showing off her tile stickers, which Cynthia described as 'addictive,' she expressed: 'Cheap, renter-friendly and actually make my kitchen feel brand new - no builder needed.' The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ simplifywithcynthia, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 151,300 views, 1,378 likes and 128 comments. Rules on transforming your council house According to Gov, the kind of improvements you can make to your council property depends on the type of tenancy you have. Introductory tenants are usually limited to minor improvements like redecorating inside. If you're a secure tenant, you have the right to carry out improvements to your property. These include: installing a new bathroom or kitchen building an extension putting up a garden shed or greenhouse installing a new gas fire or fireplace cavity wall insulation redecorating the outside of a house fitting an aerial or satellite dish You might need your council's written permission for work you do. Contact your council if you're not sure. DIY fans were gobsmacked by Cynthia's kitchen overhaul and many eagerly raced to the comments to express this. One person said: 'Looks great.' Another added: 'You did this so neatly and perfectly!' A third commented: 'Amazing job. You're a great inspiration.' Meanwhile, someone else asked: 'Did they stay on ok?' In response, Cynthia wrote back and confirmed: 'I've done it quite a while ago and they're brilliant. "By the cooker too, so much easier to clean.'
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Spin the Fashion Wheel for the chance to win a fashion makeover weekend
SUN BINGO players can look and feel fabulous with this exciting promotion. This summer, a few lucky players will win a fashion makeover weekend thanks to Sun Bingo. One way to win your ticket is through a prize draw. Every spin of the Fashion Spin-Go and Fashion Mega Spin-Go wheels is worth at least one entry to a prize draw. We've also given the prizes on the wheels a bit of a makeover so that they now include a £50 shopping voucher on the Fashion Spin-Go wheel and a £100 voucher on the Fashion Mega Spin-Go Wheel. If you win a ticket to the fashion makeover weekend, you'll be flown to London for a makeover with a leading stylist. Who? Calling all fashion lovers, to take a spin on these wheels, you must first meet the eligibility criteria. That means: you are a Sun Bingo registered player you have deposited and staked at least £10 on Sun Bingo in the past 30 days To get a spin on the Fashion Mega Spin-Go Wheel, you must have also spent £10 on site on the previous day. Meeting this requirement entitles you to one day's access to the enhanced wheel, where the prizes are even more glamorous. What? We've taken the wheels and given them a fashion makeover! The prizes you love are still there: cash, bingo tickets, free bingo session access, free spins, slingo bonuses and slots bonuses. However, we've added a few more goodies. The Fashion Spin-Go Wheel now also has £50 shopping vouchers to be won, and the Fashion Mega Spin-Go Wheel has £100 shopping vouchers! As well as all that, each spin on the Spin-Go wheel will act as one entry to a prize draw in which tickets to the fashion makeover weekend will be won. Each spin on the Mega Spin-Go wheel is two entries to the prize draw. Please be aware that players are entitled to only one spin per day. If you are eligible for the Mega wheel, this spin will replace your access to the Spin wheel for that day. Fashion Makeover Weekend Each fashion makeover winner and their plus one will receive two nights accommodation in London. You'll get the most out of your special weekend with complimentary breakfast and dinner included (further T&Cs below). Then, we'll whisk you off to your fashion makeover, which will include hair, makeup and a facial. A top stylist will talk you through the best looks for you before sending you home with a new daytime AND evening outfit. Fancy taking your new clothes out for a night on the town? The prize includes two theatre tickets! Want to find more new looks for yourself? We're also giving each winner a £300 shopping voucher. When? The wheels open at midday daily and shut up shop at midnight. The prize draw to determine the fashion makeover winners will take place on Friday 25th August. The fashion makeover weekend is scheduled for Sunday 5th October to Monday 6th October 2025. Where? Our fashion wheels can be found under the Promotions tab of the Sun Bingo website. The fashion makeover weekend will take place in the UK's fashion capital, London. Why? Will you be a Lady in Red painting the town red? Maybe you're Forever in Blue Jeans but won't be feeling blue! Show us how your Boots are Made for Walkin' as you strut your stuff down the high street and enjoy a shopping spree on us. All of this starts with winning the prize draw. One way to do that is by earning entries through our Fashion Spin-Go and Fashion Mega Spin-Go wheels. How do I get my prize? There are no wagering requirements attached to the following wheel prizes: cash, bingo tickets, free spins, slingo bonus or slots bonus. There is a three-day expiry from the date of issue attached to all of these prizes. The free bingo session will take place in the Lounge Bingo Room from between 10pm and 11pm on the day of the win. The prize draw is a joint draw between both the free and deluxe version of the game. Players who win the top prize will be sent a code and link to the Sun Bingo Prize website within seven days of winning via email. Winners will have seven days to claim their prize after receiving the winners' email. Players will need to follow the link from the email, confirm the address is in the UK, and accept the terms. Select their prize and fill in the information required to deliver the respective prize. Please allow up to 28 days for delivery of prizes. In order to fulfil the prize, the details entered to the prize claim site will be shared with and/or Brand Matters, our approved prize supplier. By claiming the prize players are accepting these terms. It is a customer's responsibility to ensure that they have the correct details added to their accounts to ensure they receive prize claim emails. Failure to do this could result in the loss of a prize. It is a customer's responsibility to enter the correct details for delivery and be able to accept the delivery at that address within the 28-day delivery window. Prizes are subject to change throughout the campaign due to availability with The Fashion Makeover The fashion makeover prize includes accommodation for two individuals for two nights in London. Breakfast and dinner will be provided at the hotel. Dinner expenses will be pre-paid for two guests, up to £50 per night. Any additional charges incurred at the hotel will be billed to the winner by the hotel. Additionally, the prize includes two theatre tickets. The makeover event is scheduled for Sunday 5 th October and Monday 6 th October (we reserve the right to alter these dates). The prize package also encompasses hair, makeup and a facial. Each winner will receive two styled outfits, one for daytime and one for evening wear, which they will be allowed to take home. Furthermore, they will be awarded a £300 shopping voucher to select additional outfits based on the stylist's recommendations. This prize is designated for one individual per winner. The event will be documented through photography and videography for social media purposes, and each winner will receive the images and videos to keep and share with their family and friends. *New customers only. Deposit £10 for 100 free spins on selected games (wager winnings 20x) and spend £10 on bingo tickets for £50 bingo bonus (wager bonus 4x within 7 days). Only completed games are credited. Debit cards only. Offer ends 31.07.25. 18+. T&Cs apply. Valid between 12pm and 12am daily. Open to players who have deposited and staked a minimum of £10 in the last 30 days. Only players who have deposited £10 the previous day can access the Mega Wheel. Prizes include gifts, free spins, cash and bonuses. No wagering requirements attached. There is a maximum of one prize per player per day. 18+. T&Cs apply. 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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
AP PHOTOS: A look back at the White House Rose Garden as Trump's paved makeover nears completion
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's paved makeover of the White House's Rose Garden appears to be nearly finished. The garden's previously grassy lawn was fully covered by pavement as construction crews put the final touches on Trump's project Friday. The last rows of pavers were put in place as workers taped off their edges. It's part of Trump's bigger plan to add his own flourishes to the Executive Mansion and its grounds. His updates have already added flagpoles to the North and South Lawns, and he wants to build a new ballroom on the grounds. The Republican president said in March he'd pave over the Rose Garden because the grass is always wet and is an inconvenience for women in high heels. The project was expected to be finished in August. The Rose Garden was created during Democrat John F. Kennedy's administration. Presidents have used the space for everything from big announcements to Thanksgiving turkey pardon ceremonies. It's Trump's second makeover of the garden just outside the Oval Office. In 2020, first lady Melania Trump announced an update that included a limestone walking path bordering the central lawn. It also improved drainage and added accessibility for people with disabilities. This is a photo gallery curated by Associated Press photo editors.
Al Arabiya
5 days ago
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Ap photos: A look back at the White house rose garden as trump's paved makeover nears completion
President Donald Trump's paved makeover of the White House's Rose Garden appears to be nearly finished. The garden's previously grassy lawn was fully covered by pavement as construction crews put the final touches on Trump's project Friday. The last rows of pavers were put in place as workers taped off their edges. It's part of Trump's bigger plan to add his own flourishes to the Executive Mansion and its grounds. His updates have already added flagpoles to the North and South Lawns, and he wants to build a new ballroom on the grounds. The Republican president said in March he'd pave over the Rose Garden because the grass is always wet and is an inconvenience for women in high heels. The project was expected to be finished in August. The Rose Garden was created during Democrat John F. Kennedy's administration. Presidents have used the space for everything from big announcements to Thanksgiving turkey pardon ceremonies. It's Trump's second makeover of the garden just outside the Oval Office. In 2020, First Lady Melania Trump announced an update that included a limestone walking path bordering the central lawn. It also improved drainage and added accessibility for people with disabilities. This is a photo gallery curated by Associated Press photo editors.
