A to Z of Whitby

Whitby Abbey has stood proud looking over Whitby for over a thousand years. Climb the 199 steps to the magnificent historical ruins and stand where many in history have stood before you. 

Walk bare foot in the sand, build sandcastles, take a Donkey ride, bring your deck chair and sit back and relax on Whitby beach with an ice-cream and watch the boats as they sail by. 

St Mary's Church like Whitby Abbey stands proud at the top of the famous 199 steps. On Wednesday evenings you will hear the chimes of her bells ringing sounding around the town. 

Sink your teeth into Bram Stokers Dracula and the moment the most famous vampire of them all landed in Whitby. 

HM Bark Endeavour sits looking tremendous and smart in Whitby's harbour. Home to The Endeavour Experience the full scale replica offers an exciting interactive and immersive experience. Climb aboard and discover the life of Captain James Cook and life at sea.  

Whitby Town is famous for it's fish 'n' chips and no visit to Whitby would be complete without devouring a portion. Eat in or take away you won't be disappointed but watch out for those pesky seagulls they'll have your fish quicker than you can say and chips. 

Every Spring and Autumn Whitby is host to Whitby's Goth Weekend's. Thousand's of visitors descend on the town for a weekend filled full of music, markets, Ball's and much more. 

Wander down Henrietta Street in Whitby's old town and take in the sweet smells of smoking Kippers. Henrietta Street sits in the shadow of Whitby's dramatic East Cliff and St Mary's Church. On a quiet day you can almost feel like you have gone back in time for a moment. 

Ice-cream and the seaside go hand in hand like fish 'n' chips, salt 'n' vinegar and bread 'n' butter. You will find yourself spoilt for choice with locally made Beacon Farm Ice-cream and Trillo's Ice-cream. Why not step over to the dark side and try the Whitby Gothic flavour blackcurrant and liquorice.

Captain James Cook's statue stands tall on the West Cliff of Whitby looking out to sea like any true voyager should. 

A local delicacy for over 150 years, Fortune's is a traditional smokehouse at the heart of the old town of Whitby. Follow the smokey smell down Henrietta Street to the shop and hook yourself the freshest smoked Kippers around. 

Climb the 81 steps of the West Pier Lighthouse up to the lantern room for a unique viewing point over Whitby harbour and out to sea.

Whitby Museum is an eclectic mix of history. Home to the hand of glory, permanent exhibitions as well as changing exhibitions it's the perfect spot to find out about Whitby's heritage and past. You will also find The Captain Cook Memorial Museum which was once the home of Captain James Cook and The Endeavour Experience both dedicated to the great voyager.

The North York Moors Heritage Railway now made famous by channel 5's Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard is an opportunity to travel across Heather Moorland and almost back in time through the power of steam. 

Sitting on the East side of Yorkshire Whitby's coastal edge meets the dramatic North Sea, part of the great Atlantic Ocean

Stroll down Whitby's West Pier for a different viewing point of Whitby and watch the boats coming in and out of the harbour.

Take a boat ride from Whitby's Quay and see if you can spot the Whitby Crocodile when out to sea. 

A firm Whitby tradition Whitby Regatta takes place each August, spanning 3 days the traditions don't just stop at Boat Racing there's the Fun Fair, the Raft Race and the weekend finishes with the most spectacular Fireworks Display. 

Home to Whitby Surf School take on the thrills and experience the North Sea whether you're a beginner or a pro.

Two minutes or two hours for a good cause help keep Whitby's beach clean from marine plastic just look out for the #2minutebeachclean boards. 

There are many unique experiences to be had in and around Whitby but it doesn't get more special than Whale Watching and the chance to spot Humpback Whales and Minke Whales. No need to trek half way around the world.

Whitby Viaduct towers above the River Esk in all it's red brick finery. A magnificent structure of archways that once carried trains across the River Esk on the Cinder Track from Whitby to Scarborough.

Once a Whaling Town the Whitby Whale Bones are a reminder of the Towns Heritage. The Whale Bones at the right angle form a perfect archway on West Cliff over St.Mary's Church and Whitby abbey on the opposing East Cliff on the opposite side of town. A great photo opportunity.

The X93 Arriva Bus service is your go to bus service for Scarborough to Middlesbrough and inbetween.

Yachts line Whitby's Marina waiting for their moment to be launched into the harbour and sail on out to sea.

The zig zag paths line the cliff above the beach huts on the sea wall of Whitby along West Cliff. A great viewing point and they make for a great work out.

Robin Hood’s Bay

Perched on the coast between the surrounding cliffs of Scarborough and Whitby sits a Bay. The backdrop of the Bay is an old Yorkshire fishing village. This is Robin Hood’s Bay, the gem on the picturesque coastal edge of the North York Moors National.

Built on a steep hill the old 17th Century village heads down to the Bay. Winding streets, steep steps and cobbled alleyways make up what was once called Baytown. A maze of a village it’s easy to get lost here in Robin Hood’s Bay. Just all part of the magic of what makes it so special.

Robin Hood’s Bay harbours a deep rooted history of smuggling. The Kings Beck, cottage cellars, secret passages and snickets all helped with the illicit activities. Smuggling of Rum, Tea, Silk and Tobacco. There wasn't a person in the village that didn't participate in the illegal activities. Be it the smuggling, hiding, transporting or protecting of the secret goings on.

Legend has it that contraband could leave the Bay and reach the top of the village without ever seeing daylight.You can still see evidence of Robin Hood’s Bay’s smuggling past to this day and you can learn more at the local museum.

Robin Hood’s Bay is just 7 miles from Whitby.

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