Fabulous photos as Hairy Bob returns to Scarborough Castle for a summer of fun and learning

Here is a selection of fun-filled photos from the ever-popular Hairy Bob event for under fives, which took place at Scarborough Castle yesterday (June 2).

Hairy Bob reading events and educational litter picks, organised by Keep Scarborough Tidy, will introduce youngsters to one of Scarborough’s best known tales. Youngsters are invited to don their best pirate costumes (optional) and meet at Scarborough Castle for story time and free drinks.

They will then walk down the hill to Hairy Bob’s Cave to meet the man himself.

Each child who takes part will receive a free pirate-themed goody bag.

The season of free activities started on June 2, and will continue on Wednesday June 10, Thursday July 16, Tuesday August 18 and Saturday September 12, all from 10.30am to 1pm. The opening event was a great success, and places are already getting booked for the remaining dates.

Organiser Mick Couzens said: “The 18 very young children from the Little Explorers loved going to Scarborough Castle and rolling down the hill.

"They then walked down to Hairy Bob's cave in North Bay where they met the man himself.

"Thanks to Charlotte the Castle Manager for accommodating us, the four volunteers Guy, Nikki, Sue and Carol plus the staff from the childminding group."

To register for the event email [email protected] – more details are available from the same email.