Guidebook for North Yorkshire
Food Scene
Lovely food, well priced. Very freindly staff. Great window for people watching.
6 habitants recommandent
Mademoiselle's Cafe Bistro and Boutique Apartment
1 Skinner StLovely food, well priced. Very freindly staff. Great window for people watching.
Really nice food. Well thought out. Relaxed atmosphere. Again brilliant for people watching! Lovely owner and staff.
14 habitants recommandent
The Whitby Deli
22-23 FlowergateReally nice food. Well thought out. Relaxed atmosphere. Again brilliant for people watching! Lovely owner and staff.
If you like seafood this place is fab. A real treat when the pianist is playing!!!
6 habitants recommandent
The Marine Hotel
13 Marine ParadeIf you like seafood this place is fab. A real treat when the pianist is playing!!!
Nice menu, good quality food. Great cocktails too. Amazing view!
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The Moon & Sixpence
5-6 Marine ParadeNice menu, good quality food. Great cocktails too. Amazing view!
Teare Woods
14 Saint Ann's StaithHomemade local ice cream!!!! Dog friendly too.
Very relaxed vibe in and amazing spot in Robin Hoods Bay. Great little venue for live music too! Dog friendly :)
Tea, Toast and Post
King StreetVery relaxed vibe in and amazing spot in Robin Hoods Bay. Great little venue for live music too! Dog friendly :)
Tea Room in the middle of the woods. Very fairytale-y. Great place to take the family for a gallavant through the woods end up in this licensed cafe where the kids can roam around whilst you have a relax. Tel 07723 477929
https://www.fallingfossteagarden.co.uk/
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Falling Foss Tea Garden
Tea Room in the middle of the woods. Very fairytale-y. Great place to take the family for a gallavant through the woods end up in this licensed cafe where the kids can roam around whilst you have a relax. Tel 07723 477929
https://www.fallingfossteagarden.co.uk/
Just such a lovely spot for a sit down meal. I remember it being the Burberry factory when I was a child but it has now been reinvented into this lovely eatery.
TEL: 01947 600306
https://www.abbeywharfwhitby.co.uk/
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Abbey Wharf
Market PlaceJust such a lovely spot for a sit down meal. I remember it being the Burberry factory when I was a child but it has now been reinvented into this lovely eatery.
TEL: 01947 600306
https://www.abbeywharfwhitby.co.uk/
More than a bakery. It's a bistro, a gin bar a cafe where all the food is homemade and utterly delicious. Dog friendly too.
Phone: +44 1947 605383 http://restaurantsnapshot.com/RustyShears/
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Rusty Shears
4 Silver StMore than a bakery. It's a bistro, a gin bar a cafe where all the food is homemade and utterly delicious. Dog friendly too.
Phone: +44 1947 605383 http://restaurantsnapshot.com/RustyShears/
A traditional16th century freehouse. It sits at the highest point of the North York Moors National Park, at 1,325 feet offering breathtaking views over the valleys of Rosedale and Farndale. It has an extensive menu, great beer and lots of different nooks and crannies. The rooms seem to go on forever. Great for a sunday lunch but get there early.
Tel: 01751 417320 http://www.lionblakey.co.uk/
9 habitants recommandent
The Lion Inn
A traditional16th century freehouse. It sits at the highest point of the North York Moors National Park, at 1,325 feet offering breathtaking views over the valleys of Rosedale and Farndale. It has an extensive menu, great beer and lots of different nooks and crannies. The rooms seem to go on forever. Great for a sunday lunch but get there early.
Tel: 01751 417320 http://www.lionblakey.co.uk/
A short way out of Whitby. Out of the back of Ruswarp, you can head up to this Ice Cream Parlour and Tearoom. The second of our local ice cream makers. This one seems to have a flavour for every day of the year!
Tel: 01947 605212 https://beaconfarmicecream.co.uk/
Beacon Farm
Beacon WayA short way out of Whitby. Out of the back of Ruswarp, you can head up to this Ice Cream Parlour and Tearoom. The second of our local ice cream makers. This one seems to have a flavour for every day of the year!
Tel: 01947 605212 https://beaconfarmicecream.co.uk/
Lovely cafe next to Sandsend beach. Lovely staff too. Great sheltered outdoor space and cosy inside in the winter.
Tel: 01947 893916 http://www.sandsidecafe.co.uk/
Sandside Cafe
East Row BridgeLovely cafe next to Sandsend beach. Lovely staff too. Great sheltered outdoor space and cosy inside in the winter.
Tel: 01947 893916 http://www.sandsidecafe.co.uk/
Sightseeing
Perched high on a cliff, it's easy to see why the haunting remains of Whitby Abbey were inspiration for Bram Stoker's gothic tale of 'Dracula'. Tea Rooms next door but equally as nice to enjoy a picnic in the grounds.
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Abbaye de Whitby
Abbey LanePerched high on a cliff, it's easy to see why the haunting remains of Whitby Abbey were inspiration for Bram Stoker's gothic tale of 'Dracula'. Tea Rooms next door but equally as nice to enjoy a picnic in the grounds.
The famous whalebone arch on West Cliff is a symbol of the whaling industry that thrived here.
15 habitants recommandent
Arc de baleine
North TerraceThe famous whalebone arch on West Cliff is a symbol of the whaling industry that thrived here.
199 marches
Such an easy find. Great photo opportunity!
Everyone loves a visit to RHB. Very small but packed full of charm. A great beach too. And not that far away.
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Robin Hood's Bay
Everyone loves a visit to RHB. Very small but packed full of charm. A great beach too. And not that far away.
If you climb out of the back of Castleton you quite quickly come to the an area of moorland called Castleton Rigg, with a few pathways carved through the heather that lead you to 'The Seated Man' statue by Sean Henry. He sits 10 feet tall and looks out over Westerdale. He's impressive, definitely worth a little trek up there if you're not too bad on your feet (10-15 mins up the hill on uneven ground!)
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Castleton
If you climb out of the back of Castleton you quite quickly come to the an area of moorland called Castleton Rigg, with a few pathways carved through the heather that lead you to 'The Seated Man' statue by Sean Henry. He sits 10 feet tall and looks out over Westerdale. He's impressive, definitely worth a little trek up there if you're not too bad on your feet (10-15 mins up the hill on uneven ground!)
Once you reach the top of the famous "199 Steps" you will be greeted by St. Mary's Church and the ruins of Whitby Abbey, which reportedly inspired Bram Stoker to write Dracula. The views are spectacular up there. Definitely worth the effort. It's a great place to rest up inside the church. Very peaceful and interesting. I like to see the columns which were made out of old ships' masts. Recycling at its finest.
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Church of Saint Mary
Abbey PlainOnce you reach the top of the famous "199 Steps" you will be greeted by St. Mary's Church and the ruins of Whitby Abbey, which reportedly inspired Bram Stoker to write Dracula. The views are spectacular up there. Definitely worth the effort. It's a great place to rest up inside the church. Very peaceful and interesting. I like to see the columns which were made out of old ships' masts. Recycling at its finest.
A brilliant view from the West pier on the days that it opens if you're lucky enough. Not a huge lighthouse but still quite a climb!
West Lighthouse
A brilliant view from the West pier on the days that it opens if you're lucky enough. Not a huge lighthouse but still quite a climb!
People may have heard or know something about James Cook but this is a man who undertook mind boggling depths of exploration with fantastic amounts of success. He was a great cartographer and skilled artist. He was the first to map out the 1000 miles east coast of Australia and New Zealand - accordingly most of what can be found on the costs of those two countries was named by Cook.A man who had a tragic end but who achieved so very much in life. If you look at the base of the statue and see the additional plates added to the statues by representatives of the above countries and others to continue to mark the achievements of this local lad. Great sunsets and views from here too.
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Captain Cook Memorial
People may have heard or know something about James Cook but this is a man who undertook mind boggling depths of exploration with fantastic amounts of success. He was a great cartographer and skilled artist. He was the first to map out the 1000 miles east coast of Australia and New Zealand - accordingly most of what can be found on the costs of those two countries was named by Cook.A man who had a tragic end but who achieved so very much in life. If you look at the base of the statue and see the additional plates added to the statues by representatives of the above countries and others to continue to mark the achievements of this local lad. Great sunsets and views from here too.
Arts & Culture
Historical and ethnographic exhibition on Cook's life and his voyages to the South Pacific. A beautiful spot crammed with amazing artefacts. A great place to spend a rainy day.
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Captain Cook Memorial Museum Whitby
Grape LaneHistorical and ethnographic exhibition on Cook's life and his voyages to the South Pacific. A beautiful spot crammed with amazing artefacts. A great place to spend a rainy day.
Really is an amazing place full of interesting artefacts, art and oddities from the area. There is a cafe beneath it and it's set in the grounds of Pannet Park.
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Whitby Museum
Really is an amazing place full of interesting artefacts, art and oddities from the area. There is a cafe beneath it and it's set in the grounds of Pannet Park.
Small space but crammed full of history. Any donations are greatly welcomed to this important institution.
RNLI Whitby Museum
Pier RoadSmall space but crammed full of history. Any donations are greatly welcomed to this important institution.
An interesting small museum, which despite its size contains so many different exhibits. What makes it so special is the volunteers who are so friendly and full of enthusiasm.
It covers virtually every aspect of life in the area and takes you back in time.
Well worth visiting if you are in the area and very close to the NYMR station in Pickering.
15 habitants recommandent
Beck Isle Museum
An interesting small museum, which despite its size contains so many different exhibits. What makes it so special is the volunteers who are so friendly and full of enthusiasm.
It covers virtually every aspect of life in the area and takes you back in time.
Well worth visiting if you are in the area and very close to the NYMR station in Pickering.
Parks & Nature
May Beck
Climb to the top of Roseberry Topping for amazing views. Different routes for different abilities. Nice eateries in neighbouring village and the bigger Guisborough. Great walks along the Cleveland Hills nearby.
65 habitants recommandent
Roseberry Topping
Climb to the top of Roseberry Topping for amazing views. Different routes for different abilities. Nice eateries in neighbouring village and the bigger Guisborough. Great walks along the Cleveland Hills nearby.
One of our family favourites. World class mountain biking trails and jump track, walking trails, play parks, concerts, Go Ape. So much choice! Run by the Forestry Commission everything is very well maintained. There's also a bike hire place, visitor centre, picnic areas and cafe. Love Dalby.
9 habitants recommandent
Dalby Forest Drive
Dalby Forest DriveOne of our family favourites. World class mountain biking trails and jump track, walking trails, play parks, concerts, Go Ape. So much choice! Run by the Forestry Commission everything is very well maintained. There's also a bike hire place, visitor centre, picnic areas and cafe. Love Dalby.
A fun free day out. There’s an outdoor adventure play area and indoor climbing wall for kids. Interactive exhibits, a café, gift shop and contemporary gallery, Inspired by… with changing exhibitions.
24 habitants recommandent
Centre national du parc Moors
Lodge LaneA fun free day out. There’s an outdoor adventure play area and indoor climbing wall for kids. Interactive exhibits, a café, gift shop and contemporary gallery, Inspired by… with changing exhibitions.
Probably an hour and a quarter drive from here to Helmsley but we really love this place. Set in the gronds of Duncombe Park, this is home to a large collection of exotic and spectacular birds of prey. They have a few flight displays on days when the weather allows. I'd ring to check the timings if you fancied a day here. We have been many, MANY times!
14 habitants recommandent
Centre national pour les oiseaux de proie
Duncombe ParkProbably an hour and a quarter drive from here to Helmsley but we really love this place. Set in the gronds of Duncombe Park, this is home to a large collection of exotic and spectacular birds of prey. They have a few flight displays on days when the weather allows. I'd ring to check the timings if you fancied a day here. We have been many, MANY times!
Make your trip truly memorable with a whale sighting (not guaranteed!). Take Whale Watching trips from the harbour during September. In July and August Whitby Coastal Cruises do a 2 hour evening cruise.
Whitby Whale Watching
14 St Ann's StaithMake your trip truly memorable with a whale sighting (not guaranteed!). Take Whale Watching trips from the harbour during September. In July and August Whitby Coastal Cruises do a 2 hour evening cruise.
If you can't decide whether you prefer dramatic coastline or heather moorland then the 109 mile long Cleveland Way is your perfect trail. With fabulous views, castles, ancient stone crosses and fishing villages tucked into tiny coves it has the lot. https://www.nationaltrail.co.uk/cleveland-way
35 habitants recommandent
Cleveland Way
If you can't decide whether you prefer dramatic coastline or heather moorland then the 109 mile long Cleveland Way is your perfect trail. With fabulous views, castles, ancient stone crosses and fishing villages tucked into tiny coves it has the lot. https://www.nationaltrail.co.uk/cleveland-way
Entertainment & Activities
Music, Theatre, dance and cinema. A great venue with lots going on.
15 habitants recommandent
Whitby Pavilion
Music, Theatre, dance and cinema. A great venue with lots going on.
Travel back in time along our fantastic local steam railway. Such beautiful carriages and engines. There are lots of galas and events happening throughout the year. They also do lovely meals onboard the pullman or book yourself in for a footplate experience. Great day out.
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North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Travel back in time along our fantastic local steam railway. Such beautiful carriages and engines. There are lots of galas and events happening throughout the year. They also do lovely meals onboard the pullman or book yourself in for a footplate experience. Great day out.
It's true, Janet is a friend of mine, but I have been her classes a few times. It really is a fantastic way to spend time. She gives you exactly the amount of advice you need to leave her course with a gorgeous piece of stained glass work. A real treat. And she makes a lovely lunch too!!!
Janet Fraser Stained Glass
It's true, Janet is a friend of mine, but I have been her classes a few times. It really is a fantastic way to spend time. She gives you exactly the amount of advice you need to leave her course with a gorgeous piece of stained glass work. A real treat. And she makes a lovely lunch too!!!
A really well put together hub for any mountain biker. Lots of trails in this stunning area. If that all sounds like it's too much like hard work just pop along to admire the view whilst sampling the delights of the cafe!
9 habitants recommandent
Yorkshire Cycle Hub
A really well put together hub for any mountain biker. Lots of trails in this stunning area. If that all sounds like it's too much like hard work just pop along to admire the view whilst sampling the delights of the cafe!
Haven't tried it yet but heard nothing but good reports.
They cater specifically for surf lessons from beginner to intermediate levels and SUP Lessons for flat water, exposed waters and wave surfing. They also offer full hire facilities and demo kit available allowing you to try before you buy.
8 habitants recommandent
Whitby Surf School
Haven't tried it yet but heard nothing but good reports.
They cater specifically for surf lessons from beginner to intermediate levels and SUP Lessons for flat water, exposed waters and wave surfing. They also offer full hire facilities and demo kit available allowing you to try before you buy.
A really great way to spend some time. Such a picturesque spot. The water is lovely and calm and the views are so pretty. We love waving like goons when the steam train flies past. Hire the boats and canoes by the hour. Lovely owners and very accommodating. We've even heard of a dog being allowed in the boats with you!
9 habitants recommandent
Ruswarp Pleasure Boats
The CarrsA really great way to spend some time. Such a picturesque spot. The water is lovely and calm and the views are so pretty. We love waving like goons when the steam train flies past. Hire the boats and canoes by the hour. Lovely owners and very accommodating. We've even heard of a dog being allowed in the boats with you!
Cute little railway that runs in the summer. I must admit that although it is mainly for kids we love 'accompanying' them whenever they ask to go. It's very sweet. The owner is lovely and chatty so you can learn a lot about the trains, if that's your cup of tea. Talking of which, it's attached to a lovely tea room which backs on to the river. It's usually attended well by all the local geese, ducks and swans. Next to the Pleasure boats too, so you can combine the three things in a day.
Ruswarp Miniature Railway
The CarrsCute little railway that runs in the summer. I must admit that although it is mainly for kids we love 'accompanying' them whenever they ask to go. It's very sweet. The owner is lovely and chatty so you can learn a lot about the trains, if that's your cup of tea. Talking of which, it's attached to a lovely tea room which backs on to the river. It's usually attended well by all the local geese, ducks and swans. Next to the Pleasure boats too, so you can combine the three things in a day.
If you fancy driving 40 minutes you could do much worse than to visit this waterpark. There are 4 waterslides, 2 for 6+ and 2 for 8+, a wave pool, 2 heated pools (hot tub temperature.. They're beautiful) and outdoor pools and a splashzone area inside with slides and fountains for the younger kids. A bit pricey maybe but lots of fun! And I think a new spa section has opened if you want a more relaxing experience. We love to go later in the day when it gets dark and the lights come on in the outdoor pools. Fully licensed so you can also enjoy a glass of whatever whilst floating around. Club Tropicana springs to mind!
73 habitants recommandent
Alpamare
If you fancy driving 40 minutes you could do much worse than to visit this waterpark. There are 4 waterslides, 2 for 6+ and 2 for 8+, a wave pool, 2 heated pools (hot tub temperature.. They're beautiful) and outdoor pools and a splashzone area inside with slides and fountains for the younger kids. A bit pricey maybe but lots of fun! And I think a new spa section has opened if you want a more relaxing experience. We love to go later in the day when it gets dark and the lights come on in the outdoor pools. Fully licensed so you can also enjoy a glass of whatever whilst floating around. Club Tropicana springs to mind!
Amusement Park and Zoo. Something for all age ranges. It has the big fast rides not so for younger children. The area is also quite flat so easy for prams, wheelchairs etc. The zoo is great, you can easily spend a day in that bit with the animal shows and play area. It can get very busy during peak school holidays so be prepared to wait for rides. But well laid out and manageable.
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Flamingo Land Resort
Amusement Park and Zoo. Something for all age ranges. It has the big fast rides not so for younger children. The area is also quite flat so easy for prams, wheelchairs etc. The zoo is great, you can easily spend a day in that bit with the animal shows and play area. It can get very busy during peak school holidays so be prepared to wait for rides. But well laid out and manageable.
In Scarborough, so 40 mins away but great local Seal Sanctuary and Aquarium. Easy to cover in a day and right next to the promenade so you can go to the beach easily too. We would go when finding it hard on a rainy day, although some area are obviously outside.
33 habitants recommandent
Sealife Centre
In Scarborough, so 40 mins away but great local Seal Sanctuary and Aquarium. Easy to cover in a day and right next to the promenade so you can go to the beach easily too. We would go when finding it hard on a rainy day, although some area are obviously outside.
I think it's about £4 to get in, but as you'd expect, it's just a bit of silly seaside fun.
11 habitants recommandent
Dracula Experience Ltd
5 Marine ParadeI think it's about £4 to get in, but as you'd expect, it's just a bit of silly seaside fun.
They run a hop on, hop off open top bus. Really informative and saves your legs if you want to cover a lot quickly. Whitby can be very 'up' and 'down' for the old calves. The ticket last 24 hours so you could use it a few times before it runs out.
http://www.coastalandcountry.co.uk/openTopCoach.html
Coastal & Country Coaches Ltd
Fairfield WayThey run a hop on, hop off open top bus. Really informative and saves your legs if you want to cover a lot quickly. Whitby can be very 'up' and 'down' for the old calves. The ticket last 24 hours so you could use it a few times before it runs out.
http://www.coastalandcountry.co.uk/openTopCoach.html
A great soft play facility in Ruswarp, Over the road from the Pleasure Boats. Great for kids especially on a rainy day. There is a cafe and climbing wall. And they do Laser Tag sessions too. Tel: (01947) 821106 http://www.minimonsterz.co.uk/
10 habitants recommandent
Mini Monsterz
A great soft play facility in Ruswarp, Over the road from the Pleasure Boats. Great for kids especially on a rainy day. There is a cafe and climbing wall. And they do Laser Tag sessions too. Tel: (01947) 821106 http://www.minimonsterz.co.uk/
Friendly little putting course on the promenade. Fun for all ages. Let the battle commence!
Arnold Palmer Putting Course
North PromenadeFriendly little putting course on the promenade. Fun for all ages. Let the battle commence!
We love this golf course. It is nique unlike anywhere else you will play. Children can play too.
Tel: 01947 600 660
https://www.whitbygolfclub.co.uk/
Whitby Golf Club
Sandsend RoadWe love this golf course. It is nique unlike anywhere else you will play. Children can play too.
Tel: 01947 600 660
https://www.whitbygolfclub.co.uk/
Shopping
There is a tradition in Whitby that has become world famous. The Lucky Duck. They were first made for friends in the theatrical professions who always carry an amulet or charm with them on stage or infront of the cameras.
Since then tens of thousands have been sold to holidaymakers, actors, Film and T.V. Personalities and to people in all walks of life, the famous and the man and woman in the street.
They go to all parts of the World and are carried and believed in by Bingo, Pools and Racing fans, Motorist, Explorers and Students facing examinations everywhere. Many drivers will not go on the road without their Lucky Duck!
Whitby Coastal Cruises Ltd
There is a tradition in Whitby that has become world famous. The Lucky Duck. They were first made for friends in the theatrical professions who always carry an amulet or charm with them on stage or infront of the cameras.
Since then tens of thousands have been sold to holidaymakers, actors, Film and T.V. Personalities and to people in all walks of life, the famous and the man and woman in the street.
They go to all parts of the World and are carried and believed in by Bingo, Pools and Racing fans, Motorist, Explorers and Students facing examinations everywhere. Many drivers will not go on the road without their Lucky Duck!
Getting Around
The train station, aswell as linking yo up to the NYMR, follows the Esk Valley to Middlesbrough. There is some stunning scenery along the way.
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Whitby station
The train station, aswell as linking yo up to the NYMR, follows the Esk Valley to Middlesbrough. There is some stunning scenery along the way.
In Station Square, funnily enough. The bus station services routes to Pickering-Malton-York-Leeds and also to Middlesbrough.
Bus Station
In Station Square, funnily enough. The bus station services routes to Pickering-Malton-York-Leeds and also to Middlesbrough.