Two old buses are being lovingly restored for trips around the North York Moors National Park. One is a 1946, green and cream Leyland coach which is known as the Heritage bus, tours the south-west corner of the North York Moors. The bus travels between Thirst and the Hemsley calling a picturesque villages of Kilburn, [...]
The 3 Coasts Tractor Tour, organised by former Great Ayton resident David Harrison, has been running since 1996 and has raised pounds 40,000 for various charities over the years. About 30 tractors are involved, all built from 1940 to the early 1970s. They travel from Liverpool to Whitby and back over six days and will [...]
Whitby as being voted the third best UK resort by an independent survey of 4000 people by Which ? guide and managed to beat Scarborough which was voted in fifth position.
The two resorts were singled out for their scenery and proximity to the countryside.
Blackpool was chosen as the nation’s all-time favourite seaside resort, with Brighton [...]
Living in the Whitby yards of yesteryear
What life was like in Whitby, in the old yards when the town was not a tourist attraction but a working fishing port. I was given permission to photograph and use material from the Whitby Museum which I thank for their help http://www.whitbymuseum.org.uk/
Also drawing the yards of Whitby before [...]
I was in the Whitby Museum again on Friday with my ongoing mission to try and find some old pictures of the yard where my cottages in Whitby. Unfortunately once again I wasn’t successful but I did find some books which describe what life was like living in the fishing yards of Whitby during the [...]
MICHAEL Portillo was in Whitby on Tuesday filming for his latest television series.
Great British Railway Journeys is a documentary series in which he travels the length and breadth of the country by train.
Having already enjoyed a successful first series he was here to film the second which should be on our screens in the new [...]
THE first passengers have travelled over the new Bridge 30 following a huge fund-raising appeal on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR).
Bridge 30 has carried the railway over Eller Beck, between Grosmont and Goathland, since 1864.
Time had taken its toll on the 145-year-old wrought iron structure at Darnholm, between the two villages.
It was replaced over [...]
MORE than 1,000 people turned out to celebrate the grand opening of Whitby’s newly transformed Pannett Park.
There was a carnival atmosphere as locals and visitors flocked to the park to toast its £1.4m transformation, much of which was down to the work of volunteers the Friends of Pannett Park, whose 60 members clocked up more [...]
Whitby Pet Friendly Self Catering Accommodation for people who want their dog to also enjoy its holiday.
Endeavour Whitby Holiday Cottage is set in a beautiful tranquil old yard, near the harbour in Whitby, and is ideal for people who wish to bring their dogs with them on holiday.
Dog friendly Whitby Holiday Cottages
There is a private [...]
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Whitby Cottages for hire
Cottage hire in Whitby made easy for both holidaymakers and owners. We could be finding new customers now.
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This charming former old fisherman’s residence, situated in the very heart of the old town of Whitby only a couple of minutes stroll from the harbour.
The cottage sleeps up to six people in total.
Assam House is a small bed and breakfast establishment offering a personal service in a quiet suburban location. We are superbly situated and guests will find the town’s many amenities and attractions can be reached with ease including Pannet Park and the Museum, shops and pubs. From Whitby,you can explore Sandsend and Gothland (Heartbeat Country).Parking [...]
Whitby Sea Fishing
Thousands of people flock to Whitby every year to enjoy the sea fishing and the many events in and around the harbour area. There are plenty of activities to please all members of the family.
Whitby sea fishing is probably some of the best fishing in the country, no matter what time of year. [...]
Membership 2009-10
Social membership is £1.00 per person. Membership is due august/september every year. It is very easy to become a member and when you are issued with your membership card then you can recieve discount at the bar. As Whitby Rugby Club is a private members club you must be a member to have a [...]
Whitby Seafish Ltd Fresh Fish, Fresh Fish Suppliers and Wholesalers to the Hotel and Restaurant Trade.
We retail to the public from our own fishmongers within our factory at Staithes. We also offer Mail Order, delivering fresh fish and seafood direct to your door anywhere within the mainland UK
Go to our website Whitby seafish ltd the only place [...]
Whitby Golf Club
Whitby Golf Course is a fantastic holiday golf course with fantastic views of N Yorks Coast, run by PGA Professional offering expert tuition. The course is rarely too busy to be able to book a tee time.
There are wonderful views along the coast, north-westward over the picturesque bay of Sandsend to Kettleness, south-eastward [...]
Whitby Tourist Information 2010
Whitby is schedule of events for this year 2010. There are many colourful and entertaining events like the Whitby Regatta, Whitby folk weekend and Whitby Goth weekend.
There is also a list of shows and events which will take place at the Whitby Pavilion complex.
Whitby’s 60s weekend Friday to 4 June to Sunday, [...]
In 656, in Anglo-Saxon times, Whitby was actually called Streonshal. This was when Osway was the Christian King of Northumbria and founded Whitby Abbey under its first Abbess, Hilda.
Over two hundred years later in 867, the monastery was brought to the ground by Viking raiders and was not rebuilt for over 200 years until 1078. [...]
It is one of the very few remaining Literary & Philosophical Societies that still runs an independent Museum, the older parts of which are often regarded as a ‘Museum within a Museum’ and have the atmosphere of an Edwardian Museum.
The Dracula Experience is a unique tour through the Dracula story and the connection to Whitby. Using animated scenes, electronic special effects and live actors.
Dracula’s Whitby: a traveller’s guide
I was lucky enough to be able to watch Whitby’s swing Bridge 100 centenary celebrations on Saturday, 8 August 2009.
From a prime location the second floor of the Dolphin Hotel which is right next to the bridge itself. I don’t think it would have been possible to have a better view on this gorgeous sunny day.
4 Star Quality Accommodation in the heart of Whitby
Recently refurbished rooms
Wireless internet available
Surrounded by local attractions
Next to the seafront
Walking distance from Whitby Pavilion
WHITBY Harbour had a new visitor this week when a spectacular wartime steam ship cruised into town.
The VIC 96 is a steam coasting lighter powered by coal and arrived in Whitby on Wednesday evening at 6pm.
She was commissioned by the War Office and built in 1945 by Dunston’s of Thorne and used as a replenishment [...]
Whitby Abbey is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Great Britain
It is a dominant feature of Whitby with its gothic ruin overlooking the town from the East Cliff.
The ruin is a reminder of the early church’s power and dedication it is one of Britain’s best loved attractions offering inspiration to thousands of visitors each and every year.
www.whitby.uk.net investigates Heartbeat the television programme
Heartbeat the television programme has graced our screens for I believe over a decade, and without a doubt as done a fantastic job of popularising the beautiful scenery of the North York Moors and Whitby town itself
Welcome to the Futurist Theatre
The home of great entertainment
Come and watch our shows
Exhibitions to see in and around Whitby, coming soon!
Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Whitby:
Cook and Canada – a Reputation in the Making now to end of October.
