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Recently we had a review of the large machine tools and made some changes. We have a new table saw, thicknesser and scroll saw as a result. It was decided we should refurbish the workshop with new paint on the floor, walls and the ceiling. That is largely completed. The machines are all available to…

Scarborough Mates has recently obtained a second Potters wheel. It came in as a donation and is very similar to our existing wheel, so no issues in using it. The only difference is that it’s coloured orange instead of blue. Its available for use by ceramics mates as required.

Following the interest shown at Scalby Model railway show about the railcar with Batman and Wonder Woman riding on the roof and Woody the cowboy hanging on the back, Scarborough Mates has decided to construct a second Tram loco. This one will be based on “Toby” from “Thomas the Tank Engine. The new loco is…

Our building was closed for 2w in August while a complete refurb of the main activity room was carried out. Thank you to the many Mates came along during that time to help out with the preparation and re-organisation. There also needs to be an extra big Thank You to Stacey, aided and abetted by…

Mates members wrapped up warm on Easter Monday to help with the marshalling of the 6 mile Scalby Walk. Participants took the picturesque route through Scalby, Burniston, Cloughton, then along the Cinder Track, starting and ending at The Plough in Scalby.

About 30 people turned up to enjoy nibbles, mince pies and Christmas cake at No.8 A great time was had by all!

Mates had a double stall at Scalby Fair, with lathe, Dremel, pyrography and scroll saw demonstrations, as well as a couple of games for people to play. There was also a wonderfully successful cake stall! It was a long and tiring day, but it was great to be part of Scalby Fair!

The Mates’ Soapbox Team entered the Humber Soapbox Derby again this year and came a very creditable 4th in our group! Well done to Lou who was the driver, Dave, who provided the pushers (that part is a young person’s game!) and everyone who went down to watch and cheer them on!

In May, Mates held an open day at their premises, inviting members of the public, other organisations and Mates and their families down to see the sort of thing we get up to. There were lots of demos to watch throughout the day, and a chance to have a go at a ceramics technique known…