Whitby’s whaling history
Whitby’s whaling history helped develop the town into a thriving hub of industry. Our town was a capital of whaling trade thanks to the number of ships that were built […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Whitby Seagulls
When you think of the British coast, you can’t help but think of the unmistakable call of a seagull. They’re so common on our coastline and it wouldn’t really be […]
Books set in Whitby
Whitby is a place that inspires creativity. It always has been – just take a look at all the fantastic artists and galleries in the town. Many creatives live and […]
Whitby Brewery
Whitby Brewery is going from strength to strength – and we’re not talking about the alcohol content in their beers! The micro-brewery is continually expanding its reach, selling fantastic Whitby […]
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 […]
Whitby facts
How many Whitby facts can you show off to your friends and family when you visit our lovely town? Let us help you impress with these Whitby facts: We’ve got […]
Whitby wedding venues
There are some truly stunning Whitby wedding venues that you can choose for your big day. Whether you want a large celebration with lots of guests, a more intimate gathering […]
Whitby folklore
There are lots of really interesting pieces of Whitby folklore. We’re going to share some of our favourites with you. Penny Hedge Every year on Ascension Eve, a penny hedge […]