I am SJ Barker, mum of Henry (5 years) and Eliza (3 years) living just outside Malton. I also have additional members of the family: 2 horses (Osi and Patsy), 7 Ryeland sheep (with some more due any minute!) and 5 Araucana chickens who produce blue eggs.
I already run Ryedale Mumbler and it has been live since June 2017. It seems to be growing from strength to strength so I am really excited to be launching Scarborough & Whitby Mumbler and think they will compliment each other.
Firstly, I absolutely love the seaside! I spent at least a week every year on holiday in Filey from being a baby and it is a place very close to my heart. Scarborough, Whitby, Filey and the bits inbetween are fantastic places to bring up a family and to visit. There is lots to do and at the end of the day, there is always the free option….a run on the beach. There are lots of great places to visit and things to do here or within a short car ride. I just want to help other parents, carers and visitors find those hidden gems!
I have lived rurally most of my live so its always been second nature to jump in the car and travel. This needn’t be, I hope I can highlight to you what is on your doorstep and believe me there is loads!
Like the original Mumbler in Harrogate, this website will continue to evolve but I can only achieve this with your support. I’d love to hear from you as to what you like, dislike and how I can make it better. In particular, if you run or attend a class that isn’t listed, or know of an upcoming event that you know fellow Mumblers will love, please let me know the details.
Any businesses that would like to advertise or feature, I have a number of options available. Or if you are looking for staff, the jobs section could be the place to post. You can email me here.
The “sales” area is open for business can you can list any of your old baby and child items for sale here. “Wanted” adverts work too.
I have merged the two chat groups to become Ryedale & The Coast Mumbler Chat Group, on Facebook, designed to be a social hub for parents and the chat forum for the website. If you haven’t already, please come and join our growing community – all new members are very welcome! For more immediate and dynamic selling, use this group.
You can also like the Scarborough & Whitby Mumbler News Page, also on Facebook, for all the latest updates.
We’re on Twitter and Instagram too!
I very much hope that you find this site useful and that you continue to find support from this Mumbler Community.
