The ancient seaport of Whitby is situated on the North East Coast and is perhaps one of the most beautiful and picturesque natural harbours of North Yorkshire.
Whitby is divided by the River Esk and united by the horizontal swing bridge. Dominating the East Side, and perched high on the cliff top, is Whitby Abbey, founded in 657 AD, and now an English Heritage Site, with adjacent visitors centre. 199 steps lead down the cliff side to the bustling cobbled street called Church Street.
The East side of Whitby has a number of ancient streets and a lively market place. Here, there are numerous gift shops and cafes, and the famous Whitby Jet shops.
Whitby’s West cliff is dominated by hotels, guest houses and tourist attractions. There is an outdoor paddling pool, a news skateboarding area, pitch and putt, crazy golf and bumper boats.
The large West Cliff Beach has approximately 2 miles of sand and in the summer months there are life guards in attendance. Deckchairs and windbreaks are available to hire from the slipway near the west pier. It is a lovely stretch of beach, where families can play, paddle, bathe , swim, collect shells, play ballgames, build sandcastles and fly kites, just to mention a few activities.. Donkey rides are a favourite with the children. Dogs are restricted from the 1st May to the 30th September. When using the beaches it is wise to take notice of the tide tables especially when walking along to Sandsend as the tides reach the cliffs and there is a danger of being cut off. The beach can also be accessed from the West cliff down long zigzag paths or, in the season , there is a cliff lift, first opened in 1931, which is available from the end of April to the end of September.
Along Whitby harbour there are a number of pleasure craft ready to take visitors for a trip out to sea including a replica of Captain Cook’s ship The Endeavour, an old Lifeboat, a jet speedboat and a number of larger craft with facilities for drinking and dining.
The Railway Station has a link with the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, with regular steam trains.
The town’s Pannett Park houses Whitby museum and art gallery, a picturesque floral clock and new children’s play area. In fact, Whitby has something for everyone!
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Attraction
Captain Cook Memorial Museum
Dracula Experience
Inspired by … Gallery
Mary Ann Hepworth (Boat Trip)
Montage Studio Gallery
Moors Centre
Museum of Victorian Science
Robin Hoods Bay Beach
Ruswarp Pleasure Boats
Smugglers
West Cliff Beach
Wheeldale Moor Roman Road (EH)
Whitby Abbey
Whitby Lifeboat Museum (RNLI)
Whitby Museum
Budget
Europa Private Hotel *book online*
Flask Inn *book online*
Camping
Hooks House Farm
La Rosa
Ladycross Plantation Caravan Park
York House Caravan Park
Care Home
Endeavour House
Hawkesgarth Lodge
Cottage
Bickley Cottage
Bosun's Cottage at The Old Smoke House
Captain Cooks Haven
Captain's Cottage at The Old Smoke House
Dalby Cottage
Dales Holiday Cottages
Harwood Cottage
Haven Cottage at Whitby Escapes
Langdale Cottage
Manor Farm
Manor Hall
Sharrowhead Cottage
Shoreline Cottages
South Haven
Swing Bridge View
The Manor House
Wykeham Cottage
Dentist
Dental Practice
Dental Surgery
Estate Agent
Bairstow Eves North East Ltd
Edward G Astin & Associates
Jacksons Property Service
Whitney's Estate Agents
Golf Club
Holiday Park
Captain Cooks Haven
Whitby Holiday Park
Inn
Duke of Wellington Inn
Flask Inn
Inn on the moor
Pub and Bar
Black Swan
Board Inn
Duke of Wellington Inn
Flask Inn
Fleece
Fox & Hounds
Hare and Hounds
Little Angel Inn
Magpie Cafe
Metropole
Pier Inn
Ship
The Granby
White Horse & Griffin
Restaurant
Alessi's Restaurant
Andersons
Bramblewick
Estbek House
Fox & Hounds
Garriga's
Gatsby's Restaurant
Hare and Hounds
Joshua's
Magpie Cafe
North Beach
Quayside
Raven Hall Hotel
Terry's
The Granby
Trenchers
Vintner Restaurant
Whitby Catch
School
Self-Catering
Bosun's Cottage at The Old Smoke House
Captain Cooks Haven
Captain's Cottage at The Old Smoke House
Danby & Liverton Estate
Discovery Accomodation
Elizabeth House Apartments
Escape Cottage at Whitby Escapes
Port Light at Mariner's House
Sandpiper House
Shoreline Cottages
Swing Bridge View
Solicitor
Colin Brown & Kidson
Lofthouse Mark Solicitors
Taxi
Abbey Taxis
Chiltern Taxis
Harrisons Taxis Ltd
Hutton Taxis
Whitby Taxis
Vet
Sports Clubs
Whitby Friendship (Rowing)
Whitby Hockey Club (Women's Hockey)
Shops
Holmans Book Shop
The Whitby Bookshop
House Of Flowers
Boots
Poets Cottage Shrub Nursery
Victoria Farm Garden Centre Ltd
Bank House Farm
Mustard Seed Good Food Shop
Red Chard Grill Rooms
Holmans Bookshop
Raynor Ltd
R Spanton Ltd
Poachers Pocket
North East Outdoor
Botham of Whitby
Thorntons
Penny Hedge Gallery
Forge Gallery
The Grosmont Gallery
Montage Studio Gallery
M Pybus Fine Arts
Hermitage Gallery
Esk House Arts
Turnstone Gallery
Low Gill Beck Farm
Bank House Farm
Pasture Cottage Organics
Passage To India
Specsavers
Hallmark Cards
Antiques
Harbour Antiques
Botany Bay Antiques
Bagpuss
Activities
Ruswarp Pleasure Boats(Boat Trips and Cruises)
Whitby Coastal Cruises Ltd(Boat Trips and Cruises)
Places to Stay near Whitby
Resolution Hotel (0.04 miles)
Discovery and Starfish Accommodation (0.06 miles)
This contemporary accommodation in the heart of Whitby has a quiet location close to the beach, shops, restaurants and the harbour. Enjoy the additional space in a modern stylish suite ... More
Joben Guest House (0.11 miles)
Joben is a small, family-run Bed and Breakfast with a charming decor and an inviting atmosphere. A simple 5 minute walk takes you to the bustling heart of the town ... More
Port Light at Mariner's House (0.11 miles)
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Once the grand Georgian home of one of Whitby's fishing fleet captains, this handsome stone built mansion has recently been converted into luxuriously appointed apartments. Designed to ... More
Jameson House (0.12 miles)
Lavinia House (0.13 miles)
Lavinia House was built in the 1850's and whilst retaining the character and features of the original dwelling, it offers quality and spacious accommodation in a well modernised guest ... More
The Full English Guest House (0.13 miles)
Friendly family run business. Comfortable ensuite rooms with hospitality trays in all rooms. Wonderful, cooked full English breakfast. We are members of the "Deliciously Yorkshire Breakfast Scheme". Good central position. ... More
Elizabeth House Apartments (0.13 miles)
Sandpiper House (0.13 miles)
Centrally located Sandpiper offers both ensuite rooms and larger apartments.
We pride ourselves in looking after our guests ,offering them value for money accomodation in the centre of Whitby.
We use the ... More
Sandpiper Guest House (0.13 miles)
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