You seem to have a bit of a downer on the place. Might I suggest you hook up with' Men of Bridlington' - a newly- formed group who are intent on transforming people's impressions of the resort?
Never been to Padstow, but from what I recall reading over the years, the locals (or some of them) don't like Stein. Can't comment on his economic impact, as I no idea, but I've always thought he's a sycophantic bellend. Could be wrong. So it goes.