Skippers enjoying the fun on the Foreshore. Picture: JPI Mediaplaceholder image
Skippers enjoying the fun on the Foreshore. Picture: JPI Media | jpimedia

11 photos of Scarborough's youngsters enjoying Skipping Day in 2009

By Corinne Macdonald
Published 24th Feb 2020, 11:05 BST
Updated 24th Feb 2020, 11:06 BST

Skipping on Shrove Tuesday has been a tradition in Scarborough for over a century.

This year, it will take place on February 25 (tomorrow) before Ash Wednesday begins Lent. These pictures from 2009 show Scarborough's youngsters enjoying the day over a decade ago.

Older kids getting involved.

9. Skipping Day 2009

Older kids getting involved. | jpimedia

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An ice cream break for these happy children.

10. Skipping Day 2009

An ice cream break for these happy children. | jpimedia

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Lots of smiling faces.

11. Skipping Day 2009

Lots of smiling faces. | jpimedia

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