Customers flocked back to enjoy haircuts, pints, workouts and some retail therapy for the first time since the start of January.
Non-essential shops have been allowed to open, along with gyms, hairdressers and beauty salons, and pubs, cafes and restaurants can offer outdoor service.
Our photographer Richard Ponter was out capturing how the latest step on the Government's road to recovery played out across the town.
1. Welcome Back! Scarborough Reopens...
Shoppers spill out onto the high street as retailers, pubs and hairdressers reopened. Photo: Richard Ponter
2. Welcome Back! Scarborough reopens...
Enjoying an ice cream on the seafront in the sunshine... Photo: Richard Ponter
3. Welcome Back! Scarborough reopens...
Customers enjoy a pint in the sunshine on the seafront at The King Richard III. Photo: Richard Ponter
4. Welcome Back! Scarborough Reopens...
Rusty Shears Cafe and Restaurant owner Rob Wildsmith looks forward to opening for visitors. Photo: Richard Ponter