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Beach combing tips

March 5, 2021 Beth Ellin

You can find some really incredible things when you’re beach combing along our coastline. Whitby boasts some very impressive finds, from the fossilised remains of creatures from the Jurassic and […]

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Yorkshire coast staycations

February 18, 2021February 22, 2021 Beth Ellin

With the past year fresh in our minds and COVID-19 restrictions still in place, many people are thinking about the benefits of staycations this year. We’re sure international travel will […]

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Crabbing in Whitby

November 24, 2020 Beth Ellin

Have you ever been crabbing in Whitby? It’s a time-honoured favourite for families who visit our lovely part of the coast each year. We’ve got lots of fantastic spots around […]

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Whitby Museum

October 21, 2020October 22, 2020 Beth Ellin

Have you ever visited the Whitby Museum while you’ve been visiting the town? It’s full of incredible finds and collections that help piece together the history of our quirky coastal […]

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Mulgrave woods

August 21, 2020August 24, 2020 Beth Ellin

If you’re looking for a bit of adventure when you come to Whitby, why not take a wander through Mulgrave Woods? The estate is vast, there are lots of walking […]

Whitby Wishing Chair
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Whitby wishing chair

July 28, 2020July 28, 2020 Beth Ellin

Local legend says that sitting in the Whitby wishing chair will help change your fortunes by granting whatever wish you make when sitting in it. This quirky little seat has […]

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Beach games for kids

June 26, 2020June 26, 2020 Beth Ellin

When you get to the beach, there’s so much stimulus to keep children entertained. You can spend many hours lounging on the sand, enjoying valuable family time or socialising with […]

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How to build sandcastles

June 10, 2020 Beth Ellin

With such beautiful beaches in Whitby and along the Yorkshire coast, it would be a shame to visit without knowing how to build sandcastles! We’ve seen some really impressive structures […]

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Whitby to Robin Hood’s Bay

March 18, 2020February 28, 2020 Beth Ellin

We are incredibly spoiled for choice when it comes to beautiful walks along the Yorkshire coast. One of the favourite routes visitors to the area enjoy is the Whitby to […]

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Romantic things to do in Whitby

February 7, 2020January 29, 2020 Beth Ellin

Do you want to treat your special someone to a weekend they’ll never forget? There are lots of incredibly romantic things to do in Whitby that will leave them weak […]

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