Whitby swing bridge
The Whitby swing bridge is one of the town’s defining features. It’s the main way visitors and locals cross the River Esk and move between the east and west sides of […]
Historic Buildings
Whitby lighthouses
Our coastline has been watched over and protected by the Whitby lighthouses for hundreds of years. They’ve stood helping fishermen safely come into harbour as they brave the changeable North […]
199 Whitby Abbey steps
The 199 Whitby Abbey steps are one challenge visitors to the town cannot resist. They’re one of our most famous attractions. But, how much do you know about the history […]
St Hilda of Whitby
St Hilda of Whitby is one of Whitby’s most famous historical residents. We’ve got a great deal to thank her for, so we thought we’d share some of what made […]
Whitby Abbey History
The ruins of Whitby Abbey stand watch over the town each day, just as it has since the 13th century. There has been a church on the site since the […]
10 things to do in Whitby in the rain
Never let the bad weather get in the way of fun! There are lots of great things to do in Whitby in the rain. This is England after all, and […]