Independent guest houses and B&Bs in Scarborough to become extinct in 20 years time, hoteliers warn

Independent guest houses, hotels and B&Bs will disappear altogether within 20 years in Scarborough, hoteliers have warned as more and more are converted into flats, holiday lets and care homes.
Kit Sandeman
By Kit Sandeman
Published 4th Feb 2023, 06:00 BST

Concerned owners say not enough is being done to protect and promote the independent accommodation providers, and as things stand it is too easy for developers to close them.

According to one estimate, 262 guest houses and B&Bs in Scarborough have closed in the last decade, with dozens more going through the planning process currently.

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