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.

29. High Street History
A popular meeting spot for many ... Woolworth opened in 1924 and closed in 2008. It is now Poundland. Photo: Contributed

30. High Street History
Gordon Kipps of Anthony Gordon Menswear in Scarborough, a well-known independent on the high street, closes his shop and retires after 52 years in 2020. Photo: Richard Ponter

31. High Street History
The Remainder Book Co., with Walker & Hall jewellers next door and, on the other side of the entrance to the Balmoral Centre, Chelsea Girl in 1986. Photo: Contributed

32. High Street History
The popular Cooplands' Secret Garden Café closed in 2022 after it was converted into an Eats & Seats shop. Photo: Contributed

