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Scarborough In Pictures Scarborough Info. Some interesting things about Scarborough. More to follow. Contact:- boropicksatbtinternet.com (change the at to @) and help stop the spam! |
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| The ITV series A is for Acid was filmed on location in Scarborough. It recounted the true story of the serial killer John George Haigh who was brilliantly portrayed by Martin Clunes. Scarborough was the perfect backdrop for the 1940's setting with the Crown Hotel on the Esplanade used as the replica for the Onslow Court Hotel, Kensington that became Haigh's base. He murdered his victims after masquerading as the good samaritan, then destroyed the bodies by placing them in a container of sulphuric acid. In 1949 he was found guilty of mass murder and hanged at Wandsworth Prison by chief executioner Albert Pierrepoint. The hugely successful ITV series The Royal is filmed using Scarborough as it's location for the majority of the outdoor scenes. Red Court, the lovely old building opposite the clock tower and mini golf on the Esplande is used as the St. Aidens Royal Free Hospital, the "star" of the show. It has to be pointed out that Red Court is in real life a residential block of flats and not a hospital! Anyone who has watched the series cannot fail to be impressed by the beautiful scenery which accompanies the story lines and will not be surprised to hear that it has attracted visitors from all corners of the globe. One of the most famous families of all who have strong connections with the town of Scarborough are the Laughton's who, over the years, have owned various establishments including hotels. They also produced a very famous actor, the inimitable Charles who starred in many classic films the most famous of which is probably the Hunch Back of Notre Dame. The bells, the bells! Jimmy Savile OBE, that famous cigar smoking DJ from Leeds has had a long association with Scarborough. He can often be seen walking around the town and taking advantage of the cliff walks and admiring the various magnificent sea and coastal views. He has a flat here on the Esplanade and spends much of his time here. Visitors cannot help but notice the dedicated seats dotted around the area, and Jimmy is the only person living that has a seat dedicated to himself! |
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