The Scarborough News has looked back in its retro archive at some of the shops which once proudly stood in our town from the 1950s to present, with many Scarborough shoppers missing them dearly.
From iconic department stores to many of the smaller independents that will have a place in people’s hearts … take a look back at these classic photos of Scarborough’s high street.
21. High Street History
A sign for "Rudies Nightscene", beneath the clock, and a trio of menswear shops – John Collier, Ray Alan and Dunn & co. pictured in December 1983. Photo: Contributed
22. High Street History
Ann Summers was a prominent shop on the high street for many years. Photo: Contributed
24. High Street History
A quiet high street in 2020, when the Coronavirus pandemic forced shops to close. Photo: Contributed
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