Yorkshire Coast News from Tuesday, February 17th, 2026

A community-led battle has commenced in the Woldgate area near Bridlington as residents and local representatives unite to oppose plans for a potential new wind turbine development.

As a 12-week national government consultation on the proposed "Overnight Visitor Levy" reaches its conclusion, the future of the Yorkshire Coast's tourism landscape hangs in the balance.

The executive of North Yorkshire Council has today unanimously approved a loan facility of up to £150,000 to support Scarborough Athletic Football Club following a challenging period of displaced fixtures and lost revenue.

Leisure centres across the East Riding will have solar canopies installed at its car parks, reducing both costs and carbon emissions.

Bed and breakfast owners and hospitality providers from across North and East Yorkshire are being invited to a special attractions literature distribution and networking event on Tuesday 17th March 2026.

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway says £130,000 has now been raised towards the urgent stabilisation of Bridge 42, marking a major milestone in efforts to restore services ahead of the 2026 season.

Scarborough residents took part in a public meeting last night to discuss the future of the town.