But this year saw dramatically different scenes as residents and those from further afield heeded government advice and stayed at home during the coronavirus lockdown. Here are 28 photos showing a very different Easter weekend in Scarborough.
13. Easter lockdown
The Coastguard on patrol near the Spa. | jpimedia Photo: Richard Ponter
15. Easter lockdown
The arcades and seafront businesses all shut up during lockdown. | jpimedia Photo: Richard Ponter
16. Easter lockdown
There are no rides or visitors at Luna Park this Easter. | jpimedia Photo: Richard Ponter
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