The Story of Scarborough's Aquarium & Gala Land

[@Springline43]

Hi Andrew,Your video of the demise of Galaland has cleared my memory at last . I was born in 1943 and must have been 7,8 or thereabouts when I was taken to Galaland , and it left indelible memories which your video has cleared up ! How many people can say they rode on the mini railway inside Galaland.. I remember it being elevated and it seemed (as a child) to track almost in the ceiling. My grandfather ( a butcher, cattle dealer and then farmer) used to allow his wife an annual trip to Scarborough , from Lincoln, for their ANNUAL days holiday. Can’t remember with whom I was taken ,but certainly went more than once. I could never be sure exactly where I remembered this mini railway, but now you’ve confirmed it for me. Well researched, thank you, now my mind can rest that Galaland DID exist, and I’ve been there and seen it. I’m 80 years old now, but those memories are still vivid.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Enjoyed reading that. Thanks for commenting 👍🏼

[@johnfisher2269]

I only had one holiday there in 1954 at age 11 but can't remember seeing you thanks.

[@junasmh]

Ah the memories of the little roller coaster that seemed to go through the walls and into tunnels and around the outside walls. This was in the fifties.

[@BigWingUK]

I thought Gala Land was such a magical place when I visited it as a kid in the 50's and 60's. We had a caravan nearby so we visited Scarborough regularly in the summer months. I was a choir boy, so I once participated in the weekly "Kids' Talent Contest" in the theatre in Gala Land - singing "Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep". I won the daily heat, but came second in the final to a girl in a kilt performing some Scottish dancing.

[@rachelwalker7091]

Fascinating video, extremely well researched and presented. The abandonment of entertainment venues in Scarborough seems to be a recurring theme over the years.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Rachel! Yes, sadly it does. I think a lack of foresight, ambition & know-how by those in power at certain times in the past (distant & recent) haven’t helped the town.

[@allistairelliott]

Ambition. Definitely this. Where are the cycling events, PDC darts, world snooker events, chess tournaments etc etc. No doubt Scarborough is a beautiful town and well known. The absence of national sports events is embarrassing.

[@allthingsandyb]

Lovely video Andrew. My Grandma was Scarborough born and bred, she sadly left us in 2020 at the age of 100, she used to tell us of the attractions that could be seen throughout the South Bay on our regular walks in the area so it was lovely to see it all, thankyou!

[@sallypickard2227]

Beautiful place ..kids love it

[@thewoodenhouse7363]

I remember being taken to Gala land as a small child just before it closed, my grandad worked on the site during the demolition and he had a small collection of the victorian tiles that he brought home in his dinner bag.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Awesome. Hope you still have them!

[@yorkshirecoastadventures1657]

Well researched and presented. It's great,as a local,to learn a bit more about our history. So many attractions have closed down in Scarborough,even in my half century of life.

[@rositaallen]

A magical place ! I remember it well, with the talent contests held there, palm readings, a man who guessed our weight and many other amusements which took place. I was there 75 years ago.

[@squishycakes]

The man who guessed your weight was my great Uncle Jim Hibberd, known as Jimmy the Jockey :)

[@rositaallen]

@@squishycakes we remember him well, and he did look like a jockey !

[@squishycakes]

@@rositaallen I have a brilliant photo of him dressed up and standing next to his machine. Sadly he died before I was born.

[@jonchapman999]

I think I must have been one of the last visitors to Gala Land. It would have been around 1965, aged 10, when I was mooching around one late afternoon while my parents were visiting an elderly family friend up the cliff lift at the top of St Nicholas Cliff. I had escaped the boring conversation for an hour or two and was surprised to discover an amusement arcade where I had thought none existed. I remember it as empty, run down and full of old and rather decrepit attractions. I did go on the 'rollercoaster', played on some very old fashioned arcade games, and was rather excited to discover a 'What The Butler Saw' penny Mutoscope - something of an anticlimax! There were even some dodgems, though being the only driver was not especially thrilling! I spent a couple of shillings of holiday pocket money and then headed back to find my mum and dad. The following year when we returned for our annual holiday visiting my grandparents, the arcade had closed. Even though ist was rather tired and run down, it had an exotic and rather magical feel to it.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Well described, Jon. I enjoyed reading that 👍🏼

[@malcolmrichardson3881]

Engrossing and enjoyable video, of what was by all accounts, a key part of Scarborough's entertainment infrastructure, now sadly buried under a gloomy car park. Well done for bringing it to light!

[@juliebutton8834]

I found this video absolutely absorbing, so well researched and presented. Brought to life the memories spoken about by my Mother and Father and their siblings about the wonderful times they had spent at Gala Land. Dad was born in 1921 and Mum 1923, sadly no longer with us but they, and many elderly local residents that I used to speak to, had such very fond memories of their times here. I remember it being it being cleared and the building of the underground car park. Sadly I don't ever recall going in it, I was born in 1958 so may have done as a little one but no memory of it. Thank you so much for all the work you have put into producing this.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Julie! I’m glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@ianrogerburton1670]

I empathize 100% with you, Julie, as my parents were also born in 1920 and 1923 and later retired here. My Dad was actually born in Vernon Road and was called Vernon because of it - a name that he hated. Wow, this video has stirred up some heart-felt memories.

[@shinkicker1200]

I've been holidaying in Scarborough since I was a child in the late 60s and had no idea about this. Thanks for the video. It is a gem.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Alan!

[@wildbillharding]

This is excellent work. I remember seeing Benny Hill in Scarborough in the late '50s and I'm pretty certain the show was in Galaland. My Mum remembered listening to live music there after World War 2.

[@junasmh]

I remember they used to have afternoon tea live music. And the memories of the little roller coaster that seemed to go through the walls and into tunnels and around the outside walls.

[@carltaylor6452]

As a Londoner Scarborough is one of my favourite places to escape to. I first visited c1970 when I was v young. This is a brilliant piece of amateur documentary-making. I'll be viewing your other films with interest. Keep up the great work!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Carl!

[@suerendell3453]

That was so interesting! Thank you

[@kennethprobst8105]

I remember going to Gala Land on frequent occasions as my family stayed with my Aunt and Uncle in Devonshire Drive from mid 50's to the 90's. I especially remember the 3 Legged Duck along with other oddities as well as the Pump Action rifles the only place I have used them. Brilliant memories. Keep up the good work.

[@Simon_Nonymous]

We both live in sunny Scarbados, and loved this. We knew nothing of the Aquarium even though we've walked over its remains many, many times. You have created a professional piece of work, and it was fascinating to watch. But at least Scarborough does have a 'hole in the road' even if Sheffield lost its.

[@geof1954]

I remember going into Galaland as a child and was quite scary. Great video, thank you.

[@philcockerill7967]

Wow, thank you for really delving into this aspect of Scarborough’s history. I tried in vein to find out about the history of the site a couple of years ago following seeing pictures of it on Pinterest. Your videos keep on getting better, a perfect length concentrating on facts and pictures.. Your video is a mystery solved for me and a future reference on this topic in my view. I don’t see how you can top this one!.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Phil! I did spend a bit longer on this one as there was so much to include. Getting all the info together from so many different sources & putting it into a story took a while. Thanks again 👍🏼

[@tinabarber1796]

Great video! Been to Scarborough lots of times but didn't know about this. Such an ambious build for the time. Looked like it was fabulous inside.

[@paulbernard2397]

Great video again Andrew. As an a Scarborian living abroad I have so many memories of this place. My parents used to tell me all about it, and growing up the council used the car park as an improvised skatepark in the late 70's. In the 80's we used to hang around the steps and fountain that were on the top of the site and ride our bmx's and skateboards. Some really great drone shots of the town as well that show views I never saw in my 20+ years of growing up there. They really open it up and give a sense of proximity of the streets. Great production as well. Thanks so much for this little gem.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Paul - glad you enjoyed it! 👍🏼

[@johnsinnott2984]

Absolutely fascinating story! I’ve always had a fondness for Scarborough. Our last trip was a short stay in the summer of 2009 with our two eldest grandchildren who were then age 8 and 5. We stayed in a lovely guest house with sea and castle views. Took a trip on the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway and spent several hours in Whitby. We all had fabulous time!

[@TheGlassman63]

A really well researched and presented film, thanks Andrew. We used to holiday in Scarborough as a family every year through the 70's and i never knew anything about an aquarium once being present in that area. Just goes to show that one can live and learn.

[@grahamdavidcowley]

I remember this well as a young child. Got stuck down there once in a thunder storm. The water came flooding in! It was just a fair - under - ground by then.

[@trevorashworth7307]

Great video.My parents and I used to go to Scarborough on holiday in the early 50.s Visited Gala Land a few times.Remember it well.

[@mlowbridge2988]

Been there many times and would have never known the history of this place if you didn’t make this excellent video. Yet again we’ll worth the wait,thanks

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Matthew! Not so long wait for the next one 👍🏼

[@AaronYeoman]

Awesome video Andrew. I came to find out about the aquarium here in Scarborough when I use to swim at the towns swimming club. I was able to read the clubs hand written committee minutes which dated back to as early as 1894, amazingly they still exist to this day. They talk about swimming in the old pool you mention at blands cliff but also at the Aquarium where they regularly trained and put on aquatic shows for members of the public. The club swam at Aquarium top and blands cliff until the South Bay pool was built in c1915. I never knew anything about the aquarium until I read these minutes but never seen the photos you've put in your excellent video!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Aaron!

[@celtickhan6136]

Drove past this area many times when visiting Scarborough would never had known anything like that was there in the past. Thank you for a most informative video.

[@maggiemitchell4359]

Amazing history the aquarium looked amazing inside so sad it has gone thanks for putting this together : )

[@MoldaiTroy]

This video explains so much. The underwater scenes decoration of the underground walk-ways through the roundabout at the side of Beachcomber café makes perfect sense now.

[@daveeboney7089]

Great video Andrew and there was quite a few images I had not seen before, my thoughts about its origin are slightly different but that aside it was a master piece of engineering that they would struggle to reproduce today but sadly like most of out history it was condemned to the wrecking ball. My search for construction photos has been over 3 years now and there is not a single one I've come across showing construction or even the clearing of the area before starting the complex yet the Grand was constructed before this place has dozens of picture before after and during the build. Let's hope scarborough council make an effort to recognise this place for what it was.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Dave! And thanks for your help & input 🙌🏼

[@carlharris2808]

@@NorthYorkshireWanderer Hi andrew great video as always a future one might be the attack from the german navy in ww1 still much evidence around scarborough i.e the shrapnel marks on the houses in the bottom end of the crescent .and of course the grand got hit badly.

[@davewright4380]

Great stuff Andrew. Every Sunday, I finish my run in this area and always wish The Aquarium was still here. My Dad loved it and remembers it well! Apparently there is a void running around the outside of the carpark walls where some bits of the original walls can be seen!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Dave. Yes, I’ve seen they are there behind the walls. It would be good if they exposed them & had some info around the car park - even wall murals using the old photos to brighten the place up a bit!

[@petermconnolly]

Thank you for sharing! I love local history, it's all the stuff they never taught you at school!

[@elliotmachin]

I absolutely love u, Scarborough’s my home town and I’ve lived here all my life. I love learning the history about it but I NEVER KNEW about this complex, thank you for showing me to this.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊

[@ianrogerburton1670]

A BIG THANKS TO YOU FOR THIS WONDERFUL AND FASCINATING VIDEO ! My father was born in Vernon Road in 1920 and he and my Leeds Mum retired to Scarborough in 1983. They must have mentioned Galaland and the Aquarium several times but it never registered with me even though I´ve often walked around that area whilst visiting them. You´re absolutely right about Scarborough "forgetting" its Past. Like so many other resorts, both in Britain and abroad, one usually has to search for the history in bookshops and the odd local museum, since most councils rarely do much to commemorate past glories along the streets. It´s almost as if they´re only interested in the money that tourists are going to throw at them. Any road, thanks so much again for this trip down Memory Road !

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thank you Ian! 👍🏼

[@wzahner]

Another interesting, informative and entertaining video! Thank you for your considerable efforts in revealing Scarborough's and north Yorkshire's fascinating history. They are greatly appreciated!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thank you as always! 🙂👍🏼

[@CATS57CATS]

Excellent - many thanks for a brilliant video.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thank you!

[@prettypeacock1000]

An enjoyable video. I used to love going underground to Galaland as a child in the 60's, it was so exciting!! It's sad that there is no evidence now of what used to be there. I'm pleased that the video confirms that my memory is correct!

[@cherylmyers4453]

Wow, what a fascinating video! Despite spending so many holidays in Scarborough since 1967, I never knew about this! Thankyou for all your research and for presenting this so beautifully. I continue to love Scarborough to this day - and always will. It has and it hasn't changed and it's a little sad that so many promised plans and investments have not come to fruition in recent times but I've so many happy memories of Scarborough that it will always have a piece of my heart. Thankyou once again.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Cheryl! 🙂

[@StevieG-zb3rh]

Great video Andrew! My late Dad used to talk about when he visited Gala Land as a kid (he was born in 1942). It's been fantastic to see pictures and hear detaila of the kind of things he might have seen. Thanks for making and sharing the video!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Stevie!

[@JonBarker-t1s]

Very interesting, thank you. I remember seeing the entrance in the '50s (childhood holidays) but never went in.

[@leeswift7303]

Fantastic, love the video. Brilliant research. Thanks for all of your time and dedication to these. I am not from the area, but you set the scene really well. Love the history of these now lost but hopefully we will never forget triumphs in our history. Thanks once again.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Lee! 👍🏼

[@lindamcmahon3577]

I was in Galla Land when I was 8yrs app there was a small carnival I remember thinking as a child it was a strange place as it had no windows in now 71. Havnt been there for a lot of yrs. Really enjoyed the information as I could see thing that haven't changed. Thanx for that.

[@johnfisher2269]

A brilliant video which takes me back in time to 1954. I had relatives in Scarborough and I remember us playing on sands across the road from Galaland. At age of 11, I ventured down the steps and was faced with slot machines, background music, etc. A completely different world - so unforgettable. Now 80, (from Cumbria), I thank you for an amazing presentation.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks John! 👍🏼

[@FlyFree2023]

Another brilliant and informative edition. Well researched. Thanks for all your effort in reliving the historic past of our region.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Malc! 👍🏼

[@dave710]

Superb. I was a frequent visitor to Scarborough in the 60's - my grandad was the band master of Scarborough town brass band. So peasholm park and the Spa pavilion were regular haunts. Incredibly interesting!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Dave!

[@angelsone-five7912]

You have a knack of finding interesting subjects and telling their story in a relaxed way that commands our attention.

[@chapsnaps1]

Another great video. I love the drone shots and the old photographs. Scarborough's looking great in the sunshine. Well done Andrew!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers David!

[@trevorashworth7307]

Watched again.Many thanks.We Love Scarborough.Great memories.

[@dilltdog1158]

Awww, superb. Scarborough is my special place, has been since I was a nipper. I must've seen the remains of this building as Scarborough was the family holiday destination of choice in the 1960's.

[@jonathanbattersby660]

Amazed…..all the years I’ve been coming- staying in the Mount Hotel as kids on family holidays every year in the 1970’s, my parents and grandparents before me…..and I never knew. You learn something new every day! Wonderful video and thank you..❤

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Jonathan!

[@barryedwards1336]

Been to Scarborough many times over my life now 73, never new a thing about it, or even the underground car park, next time I'm there will certainly visit it, thanks for this video, as they say you learn something new every day.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Barry! 👍🏼

[@junasmh]

It's surprising how few people knew of Gala Land, I was born in Scarborough in 1944 and loved that place when I was about 10. And the memories of the little roller coaster that seemed to go through the walls and into tunnels and around the outside walls, and the afternoon tea concerts.

[@lyndadavison8075]

Dear NYW What an astonishing video, I've enjoyed all of your videos but this one shows me something I knew nothing about, it's my favorite. You've included such fascinating and detailed information about both Scarborough, the Aquarium and Gala Land, so much research must have been involved. The photographs showing the different areas are just amazing, and your commentary so informative. What a travesty to have lost such an incredible piece of Scarborough's rich history! Thank you for opening the door to it!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Lyn! 👍🏼🙂

[@kevstrawmonochromeracing999]

Born in 1960 I visited Scarborough with my parents and can remember something about this and saw it once The next time I visited it had gone and it was developed as it is today. Great video thanks

[@petersimms4982]

I feel the BBC would love to make a film of this quality! Fantastic:)

[@stepheng8779]

??? How would they do it any better and why would they? No local reporters left anyway.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Peter! Really appreciated 👍🏼

[@chrisbroadley1928]

As always Andrew a fantastic and informative video. I’ve gone down this road over the years so many times but never knew anything of the aquarium before. The work you’ve put in to finding the information is fantastic and your hard work is really appreciated. Can’t wait for the next one. Take care and hope the next ones not too far away. Lol

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks again, as always mate! No, the next one shouldn’t be too long away! 👍🏼

[@peterkilvert2712]

Most enjoyable and VERY well presented. I visited Scarborough on two occasions 1969 and 1971 for conferences in the Spa Ballroom. I'm sorry to say I wasn't aware of its fabulous history, although I did like Scarborough as a seaside town and have fond memories.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Peter!

[@rogeryates4205]

Fantastic video been telling people about this for years they didn't believe me. Thanks for your hard work. All the best. ******

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Roger! 👍🏼

[@junasmh]

It's surprising how few people knew of Gala Land, I was born in Scarborough in 1944 and loved that place when I was about 10. And the memories of the little roller coaster that seemed to go through the walls and into tunnels and around the outside walls, and the afternoon tea concerts.

[@jamesbarlow7928]

Fantastic video Andrew yet again, very informative. I had no idea about this at all having been to Scarborough with my grand parents from a young age!

[@NIGELOWEN1898]

What a fascinating video - I had no idea about this place despite childhood holidays in Scarborough during the early 1960s and couple of visits in adult-life. I've learned so much about the area from your videos and I'm looking forward to travelling up from Shropshire to have a look at some of the places that you have featured. It will certainly be a trip down memory lane. Such a shame that so many of these interesting buildings have gone. I have really enjoyed watching this one - so well made, as always !

[@deborahn1144]

Fascinating video Andrew - really enjoyed watching it. I had no idea about the Aquarium and the history of this part of Scarborough. I have very clear memories of when the car park and circular junction were built in the early 1970s as this was the coach pick up and bus stop! Great aerial shots as always 👍🏻

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Deborah! Yes, it’s still used as the day trippers drop off point. I was going to get a shot of people piling off a coach but decided against it in the end.

[@normanyates6735]

Iv’e been to Scarborough many times over the years and enjoyed the Victorian splendour but never knew of the aquarium etc till now, a very good video explaining this long lost attraction, well presented Andrew, look forward to your educational and entertaining videos of our wonderful country.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Norman!

[@xr6lad]

Great vid. @ 21:20 the bus stop with the old name reminds me of my little rural village in Australia . It’s called ‘general store stop’ in official time tables. Issue is there hasn’t been a general store in the village for 40 years and the building it was in long demolished. But they have never changed it.

[@richardgitz2264]

Fascinating, awesome research and well-balanced presentation. Very well done. thank you!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Richard!

[@mattbrew7429]

Another great video. Thank you for putting in so much effort, fascinating.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Matt!! Glad you’re enjoying them!

[@marianwithrington6490]

Andrew this was brilliant. I live in London but am a huge fan of Scarborough and have had several trips up over the years to explore its history. I had no idea about this at all but was always a bit confused about the underground car park and the strange exit from it. It all makes perfect sense now but what a massive shame it’s all lost. It really was beautiful and what I’d give to be able to time travel. I love the aquarium at Brighton and made another visit not long ago. That building is so atmospheric but the Scarborough one must have been on another level. Thank you so much for your hard work on this vlog.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Marian! I’d love to be able to walk around Scarborough 100 years ago.

[@junasmh]

It's surprising how few people knew of Gala Land, I was born in Scarborough in 1944 and loved that place when I was about 10. And the memories of the little roller coaster that seemed to go through the walls and into tunnels and around the outside walls, and the afternoon tea concerts.

[@paulspencer3069]

Great video, I've always been fascinated by the aquarium, some of the photos you presented I've never seen before. I often wonder if some kind of VR experience of the Aquarium could be a very exciting thing.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Paul. I’ve been speaking to an architect who is hoping to put something together on it.

[@maureenkirby1207]

Excellent presentation on Scarborough and by far the best I've seen. Many thanks!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks so much, Maureen! 🙂

[@Lorna.]

Fantastic and well produced documentary on something I never knew about Scarborough. Thank you for the well presented information 👏👏👍😀

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Lorna! Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@stevebagnall1553]

Loved the Rotunda back in the sixties as a kid on holiday especially the long steep "L" shaped slide, using a coconut mat. An ideal place on a rainy day, shame it's gone. Good video thanks for posting and bringing back some good memories. Looking forward to whatever you show next.

[@john.b747]

Fascinating video and a really interesting piece of Scarborough history that I never knew about.

[@tommythelizard]

I remember visiting gala land when I was 10 or so and often wondered exactly what happened to it thanks for your informative video

[@rodkennedy9800]

Just discovered this channel and must say even though I don’t remember this venue I always wondered about the underground car park’s history and surmised it had been repurposed in some way!

[@markdouglas2035]

Wow I'm 43 and been going there for years......never had a clue about this...Great watch 👍

[@junasmh]

It's surprising how few people knew of Gala Land, I was born in Scarborough in 1944 and loved that place when I was about 10. And the memories of the little roller coaster that seemed to go through the walls and into tunnels and around the outside walls, and the afternoon tea concerts.

[@Julesuk51]

Very interesting, thanks. Lived in Scarborough for a year during teacher training, but missed the aquarium and it’s history altogether.

[@philliphaley1241]

Well Done...Im gobsmacked.....I enjoyed every minute..Well researched and presented..You should be on telly...Phil..

[@PostcardAndAPint]

What a fascinating video. We have friends in Scarborough, but have never been (we hope to rectify this soon). I wish we could travel back in time and see it in all its heydays. I loved all the old drawings and photos you found. Incredible cheers 🍻

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks - glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@PalmBeachDog]

Thanks!

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thank you Marc!

[@LadyBlanche.888]

I loved this video! I had no idea of the history there so it was good to find that out from you.

[@alanb5370]

Absolutely superb. Thank you so much. You make such splendid, informative videos. Thank you again.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Alan!

[@mickyp3357]

I found this Fabulously interesting. I've been to Scarborough many times in the past, but didn't know half the history this excellently presented documentary covers. So a huge thanks.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Micky! Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼

[@middlesbroughmike1027]

Yet another really interesting video. I'm always gutted when they end! I've a lot of interest in the history of Scarborough and Gala Land was something I became aware of whilst researching The Grand. I'd be interested to know what the remains of Gala Land are that yon mention.

[@tonyhansom3160]

Another great video, this brings back memories for me, as a child my mum,gran and myself visited Gala Land on chilly wet afternoons on a visit to the sea front. Gala Land was full of penny slot machines, the decor was fantastic all of the floor was decorated tiles which continued up the walls. As time went by you could see parts of it were closed off due to no maintenance and poor upkeep and like a lot of beautiful buildings in Scarborough the council sold or closed them. Such a pity, to what was a beautiful Victorian town.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Tony! Good memories 👍🏼

[@sewahsewah]

Thank you Andrew for your dedication in providing us with excellent content. Top draw Sir.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks! 👍🏼🙂

[@MrSuperdw]

brilliant. we learned a great deal. well done and thanks for a well rounded history

[@EJbtinkerbell]

Wow. I’ve been going to Scarborough for nearly 40 years, and learnt some thing new today, thanks for this video. 😁 really interesting.

[@jasondodson4200]

Thanks ever so much for the Vlog, we as a family have been coming to Scarborough for over 40 years, my Dad moved there 7 years ago and we never knew about it. We honestly love your Vlogs and the way you give content rather than just saturate with less content just for views. What you do is absolutely great and we'd love for you to be given permission (like you would more likely lol) to get access to under the Grand Hotel, that would be fantastic. We get over 4/5 times a year and walk our legs off from South Bay Italian Gardens to Scalby Mills and everything inbetween.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Awesome - thanks Jason! Glad you’re enjoying the videos. Plenty more to come! 👍🏼

[@jasondodson4200]

@@NorthYorkshireWanderer my brother Lee has just been speaking to you at the castle in Scarborough.

[@junasmh]

It's surprising how few people knew of Gala Land, I was born in Scarborough in 1944 and loved that place when I was about 10. And the memories of the little roller coaster that seemed to go through the walls and into tunnels and around the outside walls, and the afternoon tea concerts.

[@th723]

Well as a long-time visitor to Scarborough since childhood I never knew any of this. I do think that the area around there has a somewhat continental feel to it and Scarborough is a lovely place, many happy memories. A very well presented and thought-provoking presentation. I saw another documentary on KZbin a little while ago, the presenter walks around towns pointing out historical things and Scarborough really has a fascinating history.😂

[@junasmh]

It's surprising how few people knew of Gala Land, I was born in Scarborough in 1944 and loved that place when I was about 10. And the memories of the little roller coaster that seemed to go through the walls and into tunnels and around the outside walls, and the afternoon tea concerts.

[@jeffallinson8089]

Great work as always Andrew, thanks for your effort. Your drone footage was spectacular. As a former resident it saddens me to see Scarborough as it is today; the sparkle is pretty much gone, like many of the countless attractions that were on offer. I still love the place though and visit my friends there whenever I can. Thank you for this fascinating vid.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Jeff! 🙂👍🏼

[@briandobson9272]

brilliant.........i remember going in there for the amusement when i was a young lad and being amazed by the size the fact it was underground. thank you, great as ever. brian d.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Brian!

[@richie152]

Hi Andrew. New subscriber here. I have been going to Scarborough for 60 years and I never knew this story. I even worked in the town for 6 years as a domestic appliance engineer. I'm due back in Scarborough this Saturday for a week and I'll Never tire of the town. Fab upload. Thanks 4 sharing. Kind regards Richard.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Richard. Hope you’re enjoying your week! 👍🏼

[@junasmh]

It's surprising how few people knew of Gala Land, I was born in Scarborough in 1944 and loved that place when I was about 10. And the memories of the little roller coaster that seemed to go through the walls and into tunnels and around the outside walls, and the afternoon tea concerts.

[@judithsmith9274]

Great informative video. Your research paid off. Look forward to your next one.

[@deanoobg42]

Coming to Scarborough in a few weeks and now learning about the place is very interesting and can't wait

[@Ravelinn]

Thank you, Andrew. another brilliant video and well presented. Great History

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Cheers Jon!

[@kathrynapps8798]

I can remember visiting the underground fun fare as a highlight to holidaying in whitby. Now I know what became of it great video well done and thanks

[@Itsniceweatherforducks]

Feeling a tad nostalgic for home and KZbin very kindly suggested your channel. Fab videos and brilliantly researched! *Subscribed* 🙂

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Kae! 🙂 Plenty more on the way. I think the suggestions on KZbin is how most people are finding the channel!

[@nicholaspodesta52]

Welcome back. It has been too long. Been missing you. Love your videos. Keep up the good work.🌞

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks! 🙂 will be more regular now we’re into summer! 👍🏼

[@markislip1008]

Thanks

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks Mark! Really appreciated 👍🏼

[@karengill8234]

Fantastic informative history of Scarborough Many thanks Andrew to you for a brilliant price of work. ……

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thank you Karen! 🙂

[@thewayfarersanjari]

Very informative and a spellbinding video, really could not take my eyes from it once I started watching. Excellent. Subscribed.

[@NorthYorkshireWanderer]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@pollatso]

Very interesting great research great vid looking forward to the next one 👍 Cheers