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Whitby is a beautiful seaport located on the north east coast of England and surrounded by the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Famed for its connection to Bram Stokers Dracula and the explorer Captain James Cook, Whitby has a long and rich history and has attracted holidaymakers for hundreds of years.

There are two halves to the town divided by the River Esk, which runs from the moors through Whitby to the North Sea. The old fishing port is positioned on the east side of the harbour at the mouth of the river and beneath the cliffs. Wander through a maze of narrow streets and climb the famous 199 steps leading to the historic Whitby Abbey.

Opposite on the West Cliff is the later seaside resort developed in Victorian times. A statue of Captain James Cook can be found on the West Cliff as well as a huge whalebone arch, which commemorates the town's whaling industry. Below the West Cliff is a sandy beach stretching 2.5km to the village of Sandsend.

With museums, an array of gift shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants Whitby has much to offer, as does the surrounding area.

Explore the Heritage Coast, to discover quaint fishing villages such as Staithes and Robin Hoods Bay to the north and south of Whitby. The resorts of Scarborough and Filey are a short car journey away.

Inland the villages of Danby, Goathland, Castleton, Lealholm and Egton Bridge provide the finest scenery. The North Yorkshire Moors offers excellent walking and cycling.

To find out about local attractions and events click on the following links: 

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Whitby Festivals

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