Local Events

Events or groups in and around Scarborough that may be of interest

Help to develop an inclusive Accident and Emergency Department

Neurobabes – support group for neurodivergent women

The Self Love Club Scarborough: Come as you are and celebrate who you are! The group is free, however donations (suggested £3 – £5) to help cover running costs are welcome. Nobody will be declined if they are unable to donate. A small money box will be left near the drinks area for donations. Booking for the April session (Saturday 4th April, 6.00 to 7.00 p.m.) is now available on https://bookwhen.com/theselfloveclub/e/ev-skseh-20260404180000 Phone: 07463 718900. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theselfloveclubyo/
Meeting at Yorkshire Coast Enterprise Centre, Auborough Street, Scarborough, YO11 1HT

AutismPlus Specialist Employment Support STEP-UP in May

Digital Skills – FREE 6 week course aimed for neurodivergent individuals over 18. Sessions are focused on both essential life skills and feeling more confident engaging in employment and/or education.

Appropriate usage of technology in the workplace
An introduction into cybersecurity and keeping information safe
Writing, sending and receiving emails in a professional manner
Creating and joining meetings using video conference software, e.g. Microsoft Teams and Zoom

Sessions are tailored towards the ability levels and interests of groups. These groups are kept small, with a maximum of seven participants each session. Sessions will run every Tuesday between 5^th May and 9^th June at Bonnet’s on Huntriss Row, with a morning (10am – 12pm) and afternoon (1pm – 3pm) session available. Contact chris.hawthorn@autismplus.co.uk with name, email address, phone number and preference for morning or afternoon sessions, as participants need to register before they can attend.

Havenswood Trust

Havenswood Trust is a new Scarborough-based charity. They are currently developing plans for a range of community groups, enrichment programmes, early intervention, and preparation for adulthood pathways, as well as advocacy and pastoral support for families. As well as this, they are working to establish Havenswood Village, a hub that will bring together charities, professionals and services under one roof to provide joined-up, holistic support. They are currently based at The Street. Parents and Carers are invited to help build the service by indicating which opportunities they would find useful, and ones that their family members might like to attend. See the ‘Expression of Interest’ forms in the ‘What’s On’ section of Havenswood Trust website. Opportunities include Cuppa + Connect, Life Lab Future Makers, Havenswood Climbers, ‘Small Stories, Big Voices’, ‘The Design Den’ and Pop-Up Classrooms.
Website: https://www.havenswoodtrust.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576948491879

SENSES Toddler’s Music Therapy Sessions

S.E.N.S.E.S Special Needs Toddler Group

Dance Inclusive Fun Sessions Ages 7+(Twilight Productions)
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For more information about these dance inclusive fun sessions (Ages 7+) see Twilight Productions Scarborough
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twilightproductions/?locale=en_GB Phone: 01723 355251

Twilight Tots
Pre-school Daytime Class – Tumble and Play

For more information about these pre-school tumble and play sessions see Twilight Productions Scarborough
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twilightproductions/?locale=en_GB Phone: 01723 355251

Move & Grooove – Fun and Fitness for over 50s
Twilight Productions Scarborough

For more information about these Move & Groove sessions for over 50s see Twilight Productions Scarborough
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twilightproductions/?locale=en_GB

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Dance Nights

Youth Digital Changemakers digital skills programme (16 – 24 years)

Autistic Girls Network Group

Makaton Level 1Training, Julie Tarn

Krash Labs Saturday Gaming Sessions (Ages 8 – 18)
Age 8 – 18 Saturday Gaming Sessions now every Saturday starting 10th January 2026
Age 8 – 18 Wednesday Krash Labs Club starting 7th January 5.45 – 7.30
Age 17+ Sessions on the last Friday of every month, starting 30th January 2026, 6p.m. to 9p.m.

SEND Free Play (ages 4 – 11) Scarborough Library
March 2026 Saturdays 14th, 21st

What’s on at Scarborough Library

Waves of Wonder
Pre-School Group to Support, Play and Learn

The Parent Pod

SENDunityHub
Advice and Support for parents and care-givers of a child with Special Educational Needs

Carers Plus: Care for a Cuppa

Are you an unpaid carer? These meetings support you to care with confidence and take the opportunity for some time for yourself. Fortnightly meetings begin on the 7th August, 11.00 – 12.30 at St. Marks Church Hall, Coldyhill Lane, Scarborough, YO12 6SD. Contact Helen King 01723 850155.

Support with Wellbeing (Age 15 to 21)

Turning Tides

Group for young people age 14+

Saturdays at Sidewalk

SEND-SATIONS at Gallows Close Community Centre

Challenges, Activities and Fun for Children aged 5 to 14

Dads Behaving Madly
Peer-To-Peer Support Group

If you’re a dad or male carer of a child with a disability, Dads Behaving Madly have got dads of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Activities include Dads & Lads surf sessions, beach chalet days, breakfast and lunch meet-ups, log-fired beach sauna sessions, yoga classes, macrame classes, football matches, wellness activities, talking therapy referrals and much more. Phone: 07984 348 527 Email: dadsbehavingmadly79@gmail