Hopes Alpamare waterpark in Scarborough will reopen in the Summer

North Yorkshire Council is taking over the running of the facility

Author: Kathy GreenPublished 20th Dec 2023
Last updated 20th Dec 2023

There is now hope the Alpamare waterpark in Scarborough will re open in time for the Summer Season.

North Yorkshire Council is taking over the running of the facility after the previous owners collapsed into administration.

In a statement it said: "'North Yorkshire Council has today (Wednesday, December 20) taken possession of the Alpamare waterpark in Scarborough.

Contractors working for the authority will now undertake assessments and ensure the site is safe before options are explored to consider the future operation of the attraction. The facility features indoor and outdoor pools, waterslides and a spa.

The tenant of the North Bay attraction, Benchmark Leisure Ltd, went into administration in October this year.'

North Yorkshire Council’s assistant director for commercial, property and procurement, Kerry Metcalfe, said: “I can confirm we have taken possession of the former Alpamare waterpark in Scarborough.

“We are committed to ensuring that all the necessary assessments and work is undertaken in a thorough and professional manner and that we consider all options for the future operation of the site.

“Through this, it is hoped that measures will be in place to open the facility in time for the main 2024 summer season.'

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