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Yorkshire coast staycations

Yorkshire coast staycations

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 be back on the cards soon, but more people than ever will be looking to book UK destinations in 2021. Staying in the UK means […]
Eric’s Whitby Poems

Eric’s Whitby Poems

Whitby has inspired many people to put pen to paper and we love reading your creative pieces about our beautiful town. We were thrilled to hear from Eric Saxelby-Roberts who shared some of his memories with us. Eric sent us a couple of his Whitby poems and now we’re going to share them with you. Whitby’s […]
Support coastal business

Support coastal business

Following such a hard year for all, any support that you can give to our independent coastal businesses would be greatly appreciated. There are lots of different ways that you can help put a smile on a small business owner’s face. Make a purchase Of course, the very best thing you can do to support […]
Planning for winter beach walks

Planning for winter beach walks

In Whitby, we don’t let the weather stop us having a good time! Whether it’s glorious sunshine or chucking it down with rain, there’s always lots of fun to be had here. Take a look at our top tips for organising enjoyable winter beach walks this year. Wrap up warm It’s going to be chilly […]
Crabbing in Whitby

Crabbing in Whitby

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 town that you can cast off from to find crabs. Check out the best spots and some tips for finding the biggest crabs in Whitby. […]
Whitby Museum

Whitby Museum

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 home. We think it’s a must do when you’re in the area! What will you see? The collections at the Whitby Museum are extensive and […]
Chris’s Whitby ghost story

Chris’s Whitby ghost story

Whitby is full of ghost stories and many visitors have their own paranormal experiences during their stay. Chris D’Andilly has been in touch to tell us of his experiences with ghosts in Whitby. Chris’s Whitby ghost story I visited Whitby first time Wednesday 21st April 1995. As I walked near Abbey through St Mary’s Churchyard, heading […]
Beach home décor ideas

Beach home décor ideas

If you love Whitby and being by the sea, why not take a piece of that back with you with a bit of beach home décor? We have lots of ideas of things you can do with your home to bring a touch of that seaside feeling back with you after your trip. Visit an […]
Mulgrave woods

Mulgrave woods

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 routes to choose from, suitable for experienced walkers and gentle family strolls. Mulgrave woods walks You can spend hours exploring the woodland on the Mulgrave […]
Whitby wishing chair

Whitby wishing chair

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 welcomed lots of optimistic wishers in the past – will you become one of them? How to make your wish Once you’ve found the wishing […]
Beach games for kids

Beach games for kids

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 friends. We’ve pulled together some ideas of exciting beach games for kids that will keep them entertained for hours on the Yorkshire coast. Musical towels […]
How to build sandcastles

How to build sandcastles

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 on our beaches over the years. Check out our tips for making impressive sandcastles to help with your next trip to the seaside. How to […]

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