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The North York Moors, Countryside and Coast

Whitby & Area

Whitby is a picturesque Yorkshire fishing town. Providing many wonderful attractions including the famous Abbey and Whalebone Arch, the East and West Piers, St. Mary’s Church and the 199 Steps as well as a myriad of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants as well as it’s extensive sandy beach, Whitby is one of the top seaside destinations in the country.

Whatever the weather, you’ll always find something to do in Whitby. With several boats offering short cruises down the coast or fishing trips of various lengths the harbour is always a hive of activity. Sample some fish & chips from one of the many restaurants or takeaways and have a look around the cobbled streets of the old town and the market square.

Whitby Abbey
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The Esk Valley

The Esk Valley has been made famous as the filming location for ITV’s ’Heartbeat’ programme. Just a few minutes drive from Whitby you’ll find a selection of other beautiful villages located on the banks of the River Esk which flows 28 miles from its source in Westerdale before emerging at Whitby Harbour.

Villages such as Goathland, Egton, Danby, Lealholm and Castleton all offer a range of local amenities including comfortable and welcoming villages pubs and shops, and are the perfect places from which to begin a walk into the North Yorkshire Moors.

The North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway passes through the village of Grosmont on its way between Pickering and Whitby so is a popular destination particularly through the summer months.

With spectacular views, picturesque villages and a wide choice of footpaths and trails to follow and enjoy, the Esk Valley is one of Yorkshire’s most beautiful areas and certainly worth exploring whilst staying in the area.

 

Coastal Villages

To the south of Whitby lies the village of Robin Hood’s Bay which is a fantastic location for a day out at the beach. With a myriad of winding streets and alleys in the old village, a selection of pubs, shops and galleries as well as a beach which provides both sandy expanses stretching south to Ravenscar and thousands of rock pools to explore, Robin Hood’s Bay really does have something for everyone.

Moving north from Whitby you’ll find a selection of coastal villages including Staithes and Runswick Bay which also offer wonderful beaches and quaint villages, appearing much as they did 100 years ago.

The Cleveland Way footpath follows this stretch of coastline enabling those who are a little more adventurous to enjoy a walk along the coast providing some of the finest views in the county. Whitby to Robin Hood’s Bay as approximately 7 miles and takes about 2-3 hours to complete.

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Sally Recommends...

If you're visiting the Whitby area for the first time - or making a return visit - I highly recommend:

  • Sampling one of Whitby's wonderful fish and chip restaurants.
  • Enjoying a bracing walk along the beautiful coastline, especially Runswick Bay. The perfect place for fossil hunting. 
  • Finding a cosy pub or cafe and enjoying some Yorkshire hospitality!
  • The Arches Cookery School, just down the road from us. Have a morning or whole day with the lovely Sarah who offers some great courses. Arches Cookery School
  • A visit to The Yorkshire Cycle Hub, bikes can be hired from here for you to get out and about and enjoy the spectacular North Yorkshire Moors. A great cafe too with a fantastic view. Yorkshire Cycle Hub

Have you got a recommendation for other visitors? Let us know and we may feature it on our blog!

Sally

Useful Links

Here are some other websites which you may find useful when planning your trip to North Yorkshire:

Whitby’s Highlights

  • Whitby Abbey
  • 199 Steps
  • The Beach
  • Fish & Chips
  • Whitby Brewery
  • Fortune’s Kippers
  • The Whalebone Arch
  • Captain Cook Statue
  • Independent Shops, Cafes and Restaurants
  • Whitby Gin Distillery
  • The Whitby Jet Heritage Centre
  • St Mary’s Church
  • Captain Cook Memorial Museum
  • Whitby Museum
  • Fishing Trips and Coastal Cruises
  • Beautiful Scenery

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