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Carlisle Youth Zone officially opens new 'MeZone' room
CARLISLE Youth Zone (CYZ) has officially opened its brand new 'MeZone' room. The room was opened at the Youth Zone's site on Victoria Place on Tuesday, July 30, with members accompanying local businesses Innovia and Motus Commerical, who made
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Top football magazine reveals Carlisle United 2024/25 prediction
Carlisle United are predicted to finish just outside the play-offs next season by a leading football magazine. When Saturday Comes has forecast an eighth-placed finish for Paul Simpson's side on their return to League Two. That is the average
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Carlisle United seal loan signing of young Premier League forward
Carlisle United have completed the loan signing of young Bournemouth forward Daniel Adu-Adjei. The 19-year-old has joined on a season-long deal from the Premier League club. Adu-Adjei had long rumoured to be the top-flight prospect United were
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Cumbrian duo receive latest England rugby union call-up
Cumbrian rugby union stars Abbie Ward and Cath O’Donnell have received their latest call-up to the England squad. They are named in a group of 40 players for the Red Roses’ first training camp of the 2024/25 season. Ward, from Keswick, and
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FLASH SALE: Subscribe to our full Blues coverage for just £6 for 6 months
The News & Star's latest flash sale starts today - and it's our best offer yet as the new football season approaches. We are offering you access to our in-depth Carlisle United coverage at a big discount. You can subscribe for just £6 - which
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Luke Greenbank's first words after Olympic disqualification
Luke Greenbank has commented for the first time on his disqualification at the Olympic Games. The Cumbrian swimmer says he is "gutted" at what happened in Wednesday's men's 200m backstroke heats. But the Cockermouth star has pledged to come
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Compact city that's a feast for foodies
It may be compact but Carlisle is in fact England’s largest city by area. It is a place that really packs a punch when it comes to food and drink. This melting pot of world cuisine has led to an explosion of cafes, bars, restaurants and producers
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Rescuers called to walkers 'disorientated on tricky ground' as darkness fell on peak
RESCUERS were called out to a Lake District fell after a pair of walkers who had become 'disorientated on tricky ground' when darkness began to fall. Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Team were called out to High Stile, Buttermere at 9:30pm on Tuesday
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Take a look at the Cumbrians who have won big prizes on the premium bonds in August
ONE Lucky Cumbrian has been made £50,000 richer after the release of the results for August's premium bond winners is revealed. NS&I announced their high value winners for August 2024. The value for this draw ranges from £1,000,000 to £1,000
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Inquest: Missing man whose body hasn't been found likely took his own life
A MISSING man whose body has never been found likely took his own life, a coroner has ruled. Ben Gibson, 35, disappeared after leaving his family home near Workington during a ‘stressful situation’ on March 30 last year. His vehicle was discovered
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Carlisle United striker for the golden boot? Latest odds
Bookmakers have had their say on the contenders to be League Two’s top scorer this season – with Carlisle United’s Charlie Wyke in the mix. The Blues’ summer signing is rated as one of the leading contenders for the fourth tier’s golden boot in
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Murder Trial: 17-year-old tells court he 'doesn't remember' stabbing Holly Newton
A teenager accused of murdering a 15-year-old girl in a knife attack has told a jury he cannot remember stabbing her or a boy who came to her aid. The youth was permitted to give evidence by video-link to his trial at Newcastle Crown Court, telling
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Motorcyclist injured after crash with 4x4 in town- police appeal for witnesses
A MOTORCYCLIST has suffered minor injuries following a crash in Workington - as police appeal to the public for information on the incident. Officers are investigating a road traffic collision that occurred on July, 29 at around 6:08pm on the roundabout
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22-year-old-man arrested on suspicion of the supply of controlled drugs
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of the supply of controlled drugs. The 22-year-old has been released on bail as investigations continue. The incident occurred yesterday in Castletown, July 31. In a post on social media, Cumbria
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In pictures: Carlisle United fans at Gateshead!
A travelling support of 223 followed Carlisle United to Gateshead for Tuesday's pre-season friendly. Photographers Richard Parkes and Barbara Abbott were at the International Stadium to capture the scenes in the away section as the Blues lost 2
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Former Carlisle United loan man makes Premier League move
A former Carlisle United loan man has made a move to the Premier League. Conor Townsend, who played for the Blues in the 2013/14 campaign, has joined newly-promoted Ipswich Town. The Tractor Boys have paid West Bromwich Albion an undisclosed
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The Spinners Arms gets free electricity for Olympics
A Carlisle pub is set to receive a day of free electricity. As part of its partnership with Team GB and ParalympicsGB, British Gas is providing The Spinners Arms free electricity for fans to watch the Paris Olympics 2024. The pub is among 10
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Workington Reds confirm departure of popular player
Workington Reds' Greg McCaragher has left the club - just weeks after it was announced he was staying. The 25-year-old has left Borough Park after two years with the Reds. The club announced that McCaragher was leaving to "pursue other opportunities
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Carlisle company on the shortlist for prestigious national business award
A Carlisle-based firm has been shortlisted for a prestigious national business award. CreativeHutch, a brand, design, and marketing agency, was nominated for the Enterprise Vision Awards (EVAs) for their entrepreneurial leadership, rapidly growing
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Cumbria Life Awards finalists announced, voting open until August 11
By Sarah French CAPTIONS: WINNERS: Cumbria Life Awards 2023 HOST: Kate Walby GREAT EVENT: 2023 awards in full flow. AMAZING VENUE: Low Wood Hotel in Windermere Your favourites have become finalists as, with great
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Simpson: What next signing will bring - and latest on other targets
Paul Simpson believes his next signing at Carlisle United will bring “positivity and energy”. The Blues are set to bring in a loan attacker from a Premier League club. United expect to have the player in the building in time to play in Saturday
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Free live music and entertainment in Carlisle city centre this weekend
Cumberland Council will host a party this weekend to celebrate the re-opening of a newly regenerated city street. The Devonshire Street Party will be an afternoon of free live music and entertainment in Carlisle to mark the completion of improvement
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Former Carlisle United teen star seals League One move
Former Carlisle United prospect Liam McCarron has made a League One move. He has joined Northampton Town after a successful trial with the Cobblers. The move sees the 23-year-old Blues academy product sign a one-year deal with the option of
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Cumbrian charity hopes to break stigma with online training sessions
A Cumbrian charity will provide suicide alertness training for local hairdressers, beauticians, barbers, and tattooists in September. Every Life Matters, a suicide prevention charity, will host the online training session on September 16 from
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Police officers ask public to share their views on antisocial behaviour
CUMBRIA Police are asking the public to share their thoughts on antisocial behaviour hotspots in West Cumbria. Officers are working on tackling antisocial behaviour and violence in the area as part of Operation Enhance. Residents are being
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Commissioner pledges to tackle shoplifting in Cumbria
PFCC David Allen has pledged to tackle shoplifting and assault on shop staff in the county following reports that shoplifting is at an all-time high. The most recent crime statistics released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) highlight
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Council slammed by one of its own members for 'total inability' to reinstate service
A COUNCILLOR has slammed his own authority for its ‘total inability’ to reinstate recycling facilities after its contractor went into administration. Cumberland Council informed residents of a ‘temporary disruption of service’ at the nine recycling
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Blink 182 tribute act to perform at The Brickyard for pop punk party
THE Brickyard will be hosting a pop-punk party this summer. The Carlisle venue will be hosting the event on Saturday, August 3, with Blink 182 tribute act One Eighty Two set to perform. The concert is being organised by Dev Bro promotions
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Injunction issued against Cumbrian man after disruptive behaviour
A man was issued with an injunction by Workington’s Magistrates' Court yesterday (July 31) The Allerdale Neighbourhood Policing Team conducted extensive work to secure the injunction against Colin Berry, 33, and the injunction shall have effect
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Allerdale Police secure Criminal Behaviour Order against 54-year-old
Yesterday (July 31) the Allerdale Neighbourhood Policing Team secured a criminal behaviour order against a man for two years. The order was secured against Colin Orr, 54, who must comply with the following conditions He must not enter any property
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Swimming legend has his say on Cumbrian's Olympic heartbreak
Swimming legend Ian Thorpe has had his say on Luke Greenbank's heartbreaking Olympic disqualification. The Cumbrian star won his men's 200m backstroke heat in style - only to be kicked out for falling foul of a 15m underwater rule. Greenbank
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Two men admit conspiring to burgle properties in north Cumbria
TWO men have admitted being part of a plot to burgle three homes in north Cumbria – including that of a Carlisle jeweller. During a hearing at the city’s crown court, the two defendants entered guilty pleas to three counts of conspiracy to burgle
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The best camera club images from our members
These are the best camera club images from our members. Here are the top three. Craig Slater's view at Wastwater. Craig Slater's view at Wastwater (Image: News and Star Facebook Camera Club) A compass jellyfish spotted in Whitehaven
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Amanda Abbington breaks down in tears after standing ovation in new stage play
Amanda Abbington broke down in tears after receiving a standing ovation from the audience for her performance in a new stage play. The 50-year-old was making her debut performance for When It Happens To You at the Park Theatre in London on Wednesday
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Aldi announces plans to create 1,000 jobs as new stores open
Aldi is set to create 1,000 jobs in new stores across the UK between now and the end of the year. The UK’s fourth-largest supermarket, which has more than 1,020 stores, currently employs over 45,000 people. Roles available will include managerial
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17-year-old charged with murder of three girls in Southport stabbing attack
A 17-year-old has been charged with the murder of three girls after a stabbing attack in Southport which took place on Monday (July 29). Bebe King, six, Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, and nine-year-old Alice Dasilva Aguiar died due to the attack at
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August Premium Bond winners have been announced - have you won £1 million?
If you own Premium Bonds or are just curious to see who won the top £1 million prize, look no further. National Savings and Investment (NS&I) has announced the 2024 August winners. Only two lucky winners get to claim the top million-pound
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Netflix to axe more than 60 titles from its UK streaming service in August
From Gladiator and Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom to Madagascar and The Devil Wears Prada there are some big name movies and series leaving Netflix in August. Each month the popular streaming service removes a wide range of movies and series,
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Magistrates approve protection orders for women after police applications
MAGISTRATES have intervened to protect a Carlisle woman after hearing that her relationship with her partner is "toxic" and becoming increasingly violent. Stuart Barwise, 39, who currently has no fixed address, could be jailed if he contacts the
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Amanda Abbington breaks down in tears after standing ovation in new stage play
Amanda Abbington broke down in tears after receiving a standing ovation from the audience for her performance in a new stage play. The 50-year-old was making her debut performance for When It Happens To You at the Park Theatre in London on Wednesday
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Penrith Fire Station release details after lorry fire on A66
Penrith Fire Station have released more details following a lorry fire on the A66 in Cumbria earlier this week. At 07:36 on July 30, Penrith and Appleby fire station responded to reports of a lorry carrying straw on fire. Appleby's unimog water
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Woman robbed her neighbour after row over borrowing lawn mower
A WORKINGTON woman who fell out with a neighbour over her repeated requests to borrow a lawn mower robbed him, ripping a gold chain from his neck. Samantha Edgar, 34, committed the offence after suffering a series of bereavements, Carlisle Crown
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Mountain biker taken to hospital for surgery after crash
A man was taken to hospital by helicopter after crashing his mountain bike in the Lake District this week. Keswick Mountain Rescue Team were called out to Blencathra on the evening of July 30 after one of the three mountain bikers took a tumble
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Breaking news updates from Cumbria on Thursday August 1
11:32am Cumbria Police secured a Criminal Behaviour Order and an injunction against two men in court yesterday. 54
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Proposed Carlisle City Centre wine bar will have to be resubmitted
PLANS for a proposed new bar in Carlisle city centre will have to be resubmitted after Cumberland Council finally disposed of the planning application. It was for a site in The Crescent and would have involved the change of use from retail to as
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Teacher on trial for voyeurism gives his evidence
A TEACHER who formerly worked in a north Cumbrian secondary school has gone on trial accused of voyeurism. At Carlisle Crown Court, 39-year-old Curtis Clarke denies secretly filming a woman during four sexual encounters with her while he lived
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Cockermouth Scouts welcome 300 people to final anniversary celebration
A thriving community group in Cumbria marked its 75th anniversary with a celebration in July. Around 300 members, leaders and families attended Cockermouth Scout Centre's final event of a summer which saw them celebrate an incredible 75 years.
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Penrith art gallery 'delighted' to launch latest exhibition on Dennis Farrell
A Penrith art gallery has said that it is 'delighted' to be able to host its latest exhibition on the work of Dennis Farell. Red Barn Gallery located in Melkinthorpe is set to exhibit the work of the Shropshire-based ceramicist who began his artistic
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Nuclear giant eyes regional site for £1.3 billion manufacturing unit
A nuclear industry giant is eyeing a site in the region for a potential £1.3 billion manufacturing unit. Holtec has shortlisted Kingmoor Park in Carlisle as the potential site for a unit for small modular reactors, after a national competition
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Archaeologists make a return to Carlisle's Roman Bathhouse for mini-dig
The award-winning Uncovering Roman Carlisle (URC) has once again made a return to Carlisle's Roman Bathhouse for a brief archaeological mini-dig. The archaeologists and volunteers are set to excavate a so far unexplored section of the site with
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Villagers buy back community pub
VILLAGERS have rescued a pub from permanent closure following a significant community funding effort. The Samson Inn, which sits on the Cumbria-Northumberland border and Hadrian's Wall trail, closed in October 2022. It is one of two pubs in
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Benidorm and I'm A Celebrity star to perform at the Old Fire Station
TV star Crissy Rock, best known for appearing on Benidorm, I’m A Celebrity and Celebrity Masterchef, will perform in Carlisle later this year. Crissy Rock is better known to her fans as one of the most outstanding and outrageous stand up comedians
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Supermarket giant still hopeful about plans for new Cumbrian store
A SUPERMARKET giant remains positive about its plans for a new Cumbrian store after the scheme was delayed to consider the impact on a major road. Aldi wants to build a new food store on land at East Road/Wyndham Place in Egremont. A planning
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Butcher bags gold for its sausages and ham
A butchers with stores in Cumbria and Hexham has nabbed two Great Taste 1 star gold awards from the Guild of Fine Food. Cranstons won the awards for its Cumberland and Black Pudding Sausage and Ham on the Bone. These were selected from a total
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Depression in Cumberland Council area increases since pandemic say new figures
More people in the Cumberland Council area are living with depression since the Covid pandemic. New figures from Public Health England show more than 6.6 million people in England were living with depression in 2022-23, the highest figure since
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Carlisle United reaffirm commitment to EDI with new matchday volunteers
CARLISLE United has reaffirmed its commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) by announcing the support of nine EDI volunteers for the 2024/25 season. The Blues start their latest League Two campaign with a trip to Gillingham on Saturday
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Balfour Beatty's Lisa Scargill wins inaugural Hensman Prize
Balfour Beatty's Lisa Scargill has been announced as the inaugural winner of the Hensman Prize for her exceptional community contributions. Initially joining Balfour Beatty in November 2022, Ms Scargill quickly ascended to the position of regional
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This city competition is the perfect summer holiday activity
Children and young people in Carlisle are encouraged to think creatively as Carlisle Youth Zone launches its summer Lego competition. The competition, supported by BrickStation, will give Lego engineers the chance to win an Xbox Series S - and
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Business thanks customers as it announces closure later this year
An independent business in north Cumbria has thanked its customers for all their support as it announces its closure later this year. Vintage North, based in Brampton, will be closing down towards the end of the year due to financial reasons.
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Top-flight Blues: Comeback Hughie inspires First Division hope
Part one of our weekly 50th anniversary series charting the events of Carlisle United’s 1974/75 top-flight season. With history approaching, and Carlisle United’s first-ever top-flight campaign just weeks away, manager Alan Ashman opted to dial
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Drug-driver claimed snap bag of cocaine was bicarbonate of soda
A DRUG-DRIVER maintained a snap bag of cocaine was bicarbonate of soda – despite tests confirming it was the class A drug. Bradd Jefferson, 27, had been driving a Renault Clio in Workington on the morning of February 9 when police carried out a
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Cumbrian training provider celebrates 20 successful years
PHX Training, a prominent Cumbrian training provider, is bridging the skills gaps as it marks a milestone of 20 years in business. The organisation recently earned the esteemed Investors in People Gold accreditation for its dealing towards its
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Government faces new legal challenge over Whitehaven Coal Mine
A new legal challenge has been brought to the government over its refusal to release documents relating to its decision to approve plans for a new coal mine in Whitehaven. Democracy for Sale, an investigative journalism newsletter, has launched
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Community unites to raise over £1,000 with charity birthday celebrations
THE Cotehill community has come together to help raise over £1,000 for charity and mark the 70th birthday of popular local Steve Foster who is currently fighting cancer. The celebrations to make Steve's milestone birthday took place on Saturday
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Try Dry July event held for the first time in Carlisle city centre
Hundreds of people in Carlisle were treated to free recovery focused activities and wellbeing advice at a Try Dry July event in the city centre earlier this week. The event, which was organised by Healthwatch Cumberland, ran from 10am until 4pm
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Council's draft proposals on taxis could 'halve' number of taxis in region
Draft proposals on the future of taxi and private hire companies by Cumberland Council could ‘halve’ the number of taxis in the area according to a Maryport taxi owner. Owner of Maryport Travel, Daniel Winthrop has said that the proposed changes
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Popular arts exhibition returns to Cumbria for 46th edition
A popular arts exhibition has officially returned for its 46th edition last night. Fifteen of the best designers and makers from across the North of England have taken over a historic venue in a stunning Cumbrian location for the month of August
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Good signs as city running shop sprints ahead with new look
AN iconic sporting goods shop in Carlisle has witnessed 'steady' growth and significant physical changes after nearly four months of new ownership. Paul Wasilkowski, co-owner of Boyd Hair & Beauty, took over the Abbey Street shop, Chivers, in
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Signs of life spotted growing at felled Sycamore Gap site
Signs of new life have been found growing from the stump of the felled Sycamore Gap tree, the National Trust has said. Eight new shoots have emerged from the base of the stump, giving hope that the historic tree lives on, 10 months after it was
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Meet the finalists: The Royal Oak, Scotby
WE'RE highlighting the shortlisted pubs in our competition in the News & Star. Each of the establishments will be featured over the following issues. The Royal Oak has been nominated by News & Star readers as one of the ten finalists in its 'Best
