Friday, March 12, 2027
Friday 12th March 2027 to Tuesday 16th March 2027
2:53 pm
COFEPOW has decided to try to put together another weekend reunion, this time in Scarborough. This popular north Yorkshire east coast location retains all the old world charm of an English seaside resort and is perfectly located for COFEPOW members to enjoy a Spring break with old and new friends, over a relaxing few days.
Chris Wills reports on a trial weekend at the Esplanade Hotel to appraise for a possible weekend event...
“The Esplanade Hotel has picture-postcard views, charming Victorian elegance and the warmest of welcomes, and is the perfect place to enjoy a traditional weekend break.
“Overlooking the sweeping sands of the South Bay, it’s the ideal spot to take in the idyllic scenery around this resort. The hotel is situated in a quiet part of the town, with little or no through traffic. There is nightly entertainment in the Belmont Suite, featuring some of the best live acts around the area, including singers, bands and comedians. With such a scope there is always something to entertain you - enjoy a drink from the bar and take a spin around the dance floor!
Sample Menu
The three-course meals are simple, traditional fayre and are well-cooked and substantial. The menu changes on a daily basis and there is usually a roast dinner, with a couple of other options. A typical menu is shown below.
Starters
Home Made Vegetable Soup (V) served with a warm bread roll and butter.
Caprese Salad (V) mozzarella and tomato served with basil oil.
Deep Fried Whitebait served with salad garnish and lemon mayonnaise.
Fruit Juice - choose from a refreshing glass of apple or orange juice.
Main Meal
Traditional Roast Pork
served with cider gravy, roast potatoes, caramelised apple, chef’s seasonal vegetables and apple sauce.
Italian-style Beef Lasagne
served with dry red cabbage and kale slaw and garlic bread.
Breaded Cod Fishcakes
served with dressed green leaves, cold potato salad and cucumber dipping sauce.
Three Cheese Macaroni (V)
served with dry red cabbage and kale slaw and garlic bread.
Ham or Cheese Ploughman’s
roast ham or Cheddar and Red Leicester served with pickles, mixed salad, coleslaw and new potato salad.
Desserts Warm Chocolate Brownie served with homemade toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream.
Citrus Eton Mess served with zesty whipped cream.
Fruit Jelly and Ice Cream.
Fresh Fruit Salad.
Ice Cream Trio - chocolate, vanilla and strawberry.
Cheese and Biscuits
Cheddar, Brie and Red Leicester
served with assorted crackers.
“The dining room has been refurbished to a high standard and the helpful, courteous, friendly waiting staff are delightful.”
The Esplanade Hotel, Belmont Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO11 2AA. Friday 12th March 2027 to Tuesday 16th March 2027.
4 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast @ £179.00 per person
No supplement for a sea view or single room.
If you wish to stay for only 1, 2 or 3 nights, the price will remain the same at £179 per person. Premium rooms carry a supplement of £20 per person.
Superior rooms carry a supplement of £25 per person.
Reservations are on a strictly first come, first served basis.
“The hotel has received excellent reviews and is complimented on its cleanliness and comfort. If guests experience any problems whatsoever, the hotel staff will be only too happy to help put things right.
“If you are interested in joining us on this break, please let me know. A £30 per person deposit will be needed to secure your place, with the remaining balance due to be paid in advance by 1st August, 2026. If anyone wishes to book after 1st August, then the full amount will be due immediately. If you wish to have a chat about this, please contact Chris Wills on
0121 244 7263 or by email at events@cofepow.org.uk.
“Please send your deposit by cheque, made payable to ‘COFEPOW,’ to Chris Wills, 74 The Greenway, Sutton Coldfield B73 6SG or by bank transfer to A/c name COFEPOW. Bank: Lloyds Bank. Sort Code: 77-66-08. Account number 391557268. Please indicate it’s for Scarborough and include your name.
“I have until 16th May this year to confirm whether this will go ahead. If not enough people indicate their interest, the event will be cancelled. I hope you can join us. Thank you.”
Chris Wills, National Event Co-ordinator.
