On Monday 20 October from 2pm to 7pm a drop-in event will be held at Whitby Pavilion to help those affected by the moorland fire. The event will provide an opportunity to ask questions, share feedback and find out more about community support available.

Organisations involved in the fire recovery work will be there to provide information and advice. This includes North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, North Yorkshire Council, North York Moors National Park, North Yorkshire Police, National Farmers’ Union, other support agencies and local organisations.

Free parking will be available at Pavilion Drive and Pavilion Top car parks (YO21 3EN). The pavilion is also accessible by public transport, and transport assistance may be available from Whitby, Scarborough and Ryedale Disability Action Group (please contact 01947 511 118 for further details).

Anyone unable to attend this event but would like to share their views, or find out more about the support available, should email [email protected].

This is the first community support event but there will be more soon. Any queries about future community engagement, can be emailed to [email protected].