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The Scarborough Fair
Scarborough
The Scarborough Fair is a year-round programme of distinctive arts and heritage events at venues across the town.
It is a North Yorkshire Council project, made possible with investment from the UK Government’s Town Deals funding, working in partnership with the public and private sectors.
Other things to do nearby
Annual Steam Gala at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
A four-day celebration of steam: Thursday 25 to Sunday 28 September 2025.
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Santa Express at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Come and enjoy a brand new interactive adventure for families as they meet Father Christmas on the NYMR Santa Express.
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Inspiration: The Railway 200 Exhibition Train at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Join us in celebrating 200 years of the modern railway by visiting Inspiration The Railway 200 Exhibition Train!
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Flying Scotsman at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
As part of our Railway 200 celebrations, don’t miss your chance to ride behind one of Britain’s icons from the golden age of steam.
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World of James Herriot
Step into the world of Britain’s most beloved veterinarian at the World of James Herriot in Thirsk.
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Mad Alice’s Ghost Train at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Join Mad Alice as she takes you on a spine-tingling ghost train ride through the haunted heart of the North York Moors.
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Mad Alice’s Ghost Train at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Join Mad Alice as she takes you on a spine-tingling ghost train ride through the haunted heart of the North York Moors.
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Mad Alice’s Ghost Train at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Join Mad Alice as she takes you on a spine-tingling ghost train ride through the haunted heart of the North York Moors.
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Theakstons Beer Festival and Harvest Festival at Ripon Races
On this day we are supporting Ripon Community House with our Harvest Festival Initiative.
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