UPDATE: A wedding in Scarborough turned into a chaotic scene as guests found themselves stranded in a snowstorm on November 19, 2023. A convoy of ten cars became stuck after icy conditions worsened, leaving guests scrambling to dig their way out in formal attire.
The wedding, held at Raven Hall between Whitby and Scarborough, began beautifully, according to guest Mark Dalton. However, the situation quickly deteriorated when nearly 40 percent of attendees who had not booked accommodations found themselves snowed in.
“We didn’t realize the weather was getting bad until guests tried to leave,” Mark recalled. As evening fell, the group attempted to drive home, only to encounter severe snowfall that trapped them on Beck Hill. “It was like something out of a bad movie,” he added, describing how everyone was dressed in wedding attire, making it nearly impossible to assist in digging out the cars.
The stranded guests faced a surreal scene, where the combination of icy conditions and hangover-induced fatigue led to moments of laughter amidst the chaos. Mark shared how he used a drone to capture the scene, which included one guest dramatically lying on the bonnet of his car to provide ballast while others struggled to free their vehicles from snowdrifts.
After hours of effort, a van equipped with snow shovels and carpets arrived to rescue the stranded group. “You never know how people will come together until you see it with your own eyes,” Mark said, praising the community spirit as guests in formal wear banded together to shovel snow and push cars free.
Despite the challenges, newlyweds Mr and Mrs Alderson remained unscathed and even managed to capture additional wedding photos in the snow. Once back in Scarborough, the group ended their ordeal at a local pub, sharing stories and laughter over the unexpected adventure.
As the UK continues to face icy conditions, this incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of winter weather and its impact on everyday events. Stay tuned for further updates and developments as authorities monitor the situation across the Yorkshire Coast.
