2021 Visit Whitby Guidebook

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Gateway to the North York Moors National Park & Heritage Coast Ravenscar • Robin Hood’s Bay • Runswick Bay • Staithes Esk Valley • Captain Cook Country • Heartbeat Country

Whitby & District Tourism Association www.visitwhitby.com A warm welcome to Whitby This is probably the most difficult message I have had to write for the many annual Whitby Guidebooks that the Escape Rooms with WDTA have published. The ongoing uncertainty regarding coronavirus and travel this 2021 season leaves all of us, a Whitby Twist guests and hosts, in a most unusual situation. Our many small, independent businesses depend on you, our visitors, LY ON but at the same time, we must all follow government 21 0 2 guidelines to keep all of us safe and healthy. Two immersive R

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E from N sufficient control so that you can visit our lovely historic port and area, and we would ask you to respect the safety of our residents, whose home Whitby is. In the meantime, many of our shops offer online buying facilities for the unique items that can be bought in the Whitby area. Please Choose Follow your team the clues Escape! support these wherever possible. 2-6 We hope to see you safely in 2021. 60 Solve the Work minutes puzzles together John Freeman

Chairman of WDTA (an independent self-financing body) You can now hire our bespoke 60 minute 1-4 At the time of uploading this guidebook, WDTA would like to acknowledge mystery experience players the valued support of the following in the production of this guidebook: to play at home Whitby Town Council, Scarborough Borough Council, all editorial and pictorial contributions, and our advertisers’ vital contributions.

Photographic Credits: North York Moors National Park Authority (NYMNPA), Chris J Parker, Tony Bartholomew, Mike Kipling, Richard Fox, Ebor Images, North Check out our website where you can ﬁ nd out about Yorkshire Moors Railway, Whitby Museum, Esk Valley Railway, John Freeman, online escape games. Alan Wastell, Visit Britain (Sam Barker), Dan Prince, Emma Stothard, Visit Britain, Welcome to Yorkshire, Craig McGarvey and Michael Hill. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this St Hilda’s Business Centre, The Ropery, Whitby YO22 4ET publication. WDTA cannot accept liability for any loss caused by errors in the information. Designed and produced by Bow House Digital Ltd, 07480 117323 01947 821333 3 Chapel Court, Chapel Street, Easingwold, York YO61 3AE Tel: 01347 821928 [email protected] [email protected] www.bowhouse.co.uk visitwhitby.com | 2 www.eskapewhitby.co.uk Get your 'Lucky Duck' at WHITBY GLASS STUDIOS 63 years of amazing success 9 Sandgate, Whitby Tel: 01947 603 553 Beswick, Disney, Steiff Teddy Bears, Porcelain Miniature Animals, Marbles and Village Candles Choose your Lucky Duck by the colour of your gemstone: “From beach to bench” Jan: Garnet Feb: Amethyst Mar: Aqua-Marine Apr: Crystal May: Emerald Jun: Agate Jul: Ruby Aug: Peridot Ethically sourced, Sept: Sapphire Oct: Opal Nov: Topaz Dec: Turquoise www.whitbyluckyducks.com certiﬁ ed Whitby Jet email: [email protected] All our jewellery is handmade in our C17th premises in Whitby’s Historic Eastside from the nest quality, locally collected Whitby Jet. As Whitby’s only accredited gemmologist and Moon & Balloon post-graduate researcher based at Durham University, Sarah’s research is challenging not only our perceptions of Whitby Jet as a gemstone, but also as a material of signi cant cultural importance to the community that works it as a way of life, an occupation with a 5500 year British legacy. SHOP NOW VISIT US

Like us on Daily jet working demonstrations at Facebook The Ebor Jetworks

Whitby cured kippers obtainable here only 22 Henrietta Street Whitby 01947 601659 Fortunes have been producing kippers on the same premises on Henrietta Street for over 140 years. Five generations of the family have Monday - Saturday 138 CHURCH STREET, WHITBY YO22 4DE cured kippers and can still be seen 9.00 am - 3.00 pm TEL: 01947 603113 today using unchanged methods Sunday [email protected] to produce their traditional smoked 10.00 am - 2.00 pm kippers, smoked salmon, haddock (shop will close early on days WWW.EBORJETWORKS.CO.UK and kipper paté. when we sell out of kippers)

3 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 4 Explore Whitby Town CLARKES of WHITBY and Harbour The harbour and the town combine to create one of those memorable locations. The harbour, facing due north, is the place where the River Esk joins the North Sea.

It divides the town East and West, the East side historically was Clarkes of Whitby is one of the oldest the ‘poor’ side with fishermen’s cottages, jet workers and the like. shops in the Georgian Skinner Street. Offering a great range of ﬁ ne wines, The West side had the grander homes of ship owners and sea liqueurs, excellent local beers, tobacco, groceries, provisions and captains. much more. Come and visit us. The harbour piers with their lighthouses of differing sizes, rather 30-32 Skinner St. Open 7 days a week Town Centre echo the rich and poor sides of the town! Whitby YO21 3AJ 01947 605028

The church stairs (originally wooden) are now known as the 199 steps and lead up to the fascinating parish church of St Mary and the magnificent ruins of Whitby Abbey. Beware, the donkey path below the steps still features on your sat nav - don’t try it! The West Cliff has an oasis of calm (apart from the children’s playground) in Pannett Park Museum and Art Gallery. See p15-16.

Fact...

The Swing Bridge was built by the same firm that built Blackpool Tower.

Please do not be tempted to feed the seagulls. They can and will snatch from your hand! Their 3” beaks are dangerous!

5 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 6 Great range of activities to enjoy… 25m 4-lane Swimming Pool + adjoining learner pool (great for family swim) 45 station Gym with state-of-the-art Techno-Gym equipment + much more

Whitby Leisure Centre, West Cli, Whitby, YO21 3HT 01947 604640 [email protected]

COASTAL FISHER Part of the “Yellow Boats” • 2-3 hour ﬁ shing trips Rods and tackle provided on board

Find us at the Brewery Steps, Whitby YO21 3PW Email: [email protected] Tel: 07981 712419 www.whitbycoastalﬁ shing.co.uk

• Enjoy magni cent seascapes and experience the narrow winding streets • A fantastic birds-eye view of the beautiful seaside town of Whitby from an open top double decker bus • Tickets valid for 24 hours; get on and o as many times as you wish • Fully guided tour

1 • /2 hourly service, 7 days a week • Easy access, simply pay the driver when you board or purchase your For more information see our ticket at the Tourist Information timetable Centre on Langbourne Road or the reception at The Royal Hotel Tel 01947 602922 www.coastalandcountry.co.uk

7 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 8 The Black Pearl Authentic Whitby Jet Jewellery

A family-run business with over 30 years’ experience in hand-crafting Whitby Jet jewellery. Our Jet Jewellery Shop is located in the heart of Whitby’s old town, on the famous cobbled Church Street which runs from the 199 steps leading down from the Abbey and St. Mary’s Church. Visitors are greeted with a warm welcome and on most days you can watch us create our unusual, stylish pieces. We’re proud to say we only use the fi nest quality locally sourced Whitby Jet to create our beautiful and often unique pieces of jewellery, all set in Sterling Silver. Whitby Jet - a little piece of Yorkshire.

See our friendly dog, Freddie watching the world go by!

154 Church Street, Whitby YO22 4BH Tel: 01947 821789 www.blackpearlwhitby.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

9 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 10 Genuine Whitby Jet Hand cra ed jewellery and gurines made from the best quality local Whitby jet

We have a family history of creating Whitby jet jewellery since the Victorian era

105 Church Street Whitby North Yorkshire YO22 4DE T: 01947 825573 E: [email protected]

11 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 12 SINK YOUR TEETH INTO A GREAT DAY OUT Uncover centuries of stories and explore the gothic ruins that inspired ‘Dracula’.

Whitby, North Yorkshire YO22 4JT

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The English Heritage Trust is a charity, no. 1140351, and a company, no. 07447221, registered in England.

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Pannett Park Whitby Museum

The award winning Pannett Park is on the edge of Whitby town Whitby Museum is in beautiful Pannett Park, right in the heart of centre. With stunning views, woodland and wild flower areas as Whitby. It was founded in 1823 and offers a fascinating glimpse well as formal planting, the Park also has one of the very few of Whitby’s heritage. The Museum has a diverse and intriguing floral clocks in the country. For families there is a unique range of displays that tell the story of Whitby and the surrounding Jurassic Garden, a state of the art children’s play area, maths area, from the huge fossil Ichthyosaurus to tiny jet carvings. and turtle trails to follow, as well as picnic areas. There are many other objects, which reflect Whitby’s vibrant and scientific maritime history, including the exploits of Captain For more info visit www.pannettpark.co.uk or call 01723 232588. James Cook. The Museum has retained its original Edwardian atmosphere and its eclectic and fascinating collection of Pannett Art Gallery artefacts and curios are a delight for all ages. During your visit pop into the vintage tea room for homemade tasty treats. Discover the elegant Pannett Art Gallery and explore its wonderful A programme of changing exhibitions, talks and events take art collections and temporary place throughout the year. Visit the website for more details exhibitions. Low Tide On The Beck www.whitbymuseum.org.uk. by Harrington Mann Come and enjoy: Wheelchair friendly, level access to the museum is available at the rear of the building from the Disabled Car Parking area. • Exquisitely detailed paintings by George Weatherill and family 1810–1923. • The only comprehensive public display of work by the Staithes Group of Artists. • Two beautiful tapestries designed by Pre-Raphaelite artist Edward Coley Burne-Jones. • Family friendly activities.

To find out about special exhibitions and events, or to learn more about some of the wonderful paintings in the gallery collection check the website for details: www.pannettartgallery.org

Pannett Art Gallery is located in the magnificent Pannett Park and shares a building with the wonderful Whitby Museum. Please check the website for opening times.

Level entry available at the rear of the building. Admission to Pannett Art Gallery is free. There is a charge for Museum entry.

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Captain Cook & Whitby CAPTAIN COOK James Cook came to Whitby at the age of MEMORIAL MUSEUM 18. Captain John Walker, master mariner WHITBY 2021 and ship owner, took him on as apprentice. Cook served 9 years on Walker’s collier barks, latterly as master’s mate. Walker was about to make him captain of one of his ships but Cook had Open from 17 May other ideas. That did however not end the connection. Cook remained friends with his old master for the rest of his life, writing to him and visiting in 1771 after the First Voyage. Walker lodged Cook in the Book Online house he and his brother owned in Grape Lane, now the Captain For priority access Cook Museum. The attic where he slept is used for special exhibitions. This year’s is about Joseph Banks, the botanist ‘The celebrated Mr. Banks: reputation and legacy’ and tells how Banks built a career from his adventures on Endeavour.

The Studio of JohnFreeman 9 Market Place, Whitby Tel: 01947 602799

Over 200 images of the area Original Works Prints Cards Melamine Jigsaws 2022 Calendar and many other items Grape Lane www.johnfreemanstudio.co.uk Whitby YO22 4BA Daily 10.00 - 17.00 17 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 18 www.cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk 19 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.comvisitwhitby.com | | 20 20 Artists, Galleries & Museums

Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum Only a 30 mile car ride from Whitby awaits a day full of interactive and educational fun for all the family – including the dog! Located Holiday Parks on the northern edge of the historic town of Malton, Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum is housed in an original POW camp first constructed in 1942 to house Italian and German Prisoners of War. The Museum houses vast amounts of memorabilia, information and history from the Front Line, and the Northcliffe & Seaview Holiday Parks are 5 star award winning Home Front. With WinStan’s Bunker Café for a delicious hot meal, holiday parks situated on the heritage coast in a peaceful a new play area for the little ones, and free onsite parking all day location with outstanding views of the sea & countryside. The parks are nestled in 40 acres of the beautiful North York Moors long, it is the perfect family day out! National Park between the historic ﬁ shing town of Whitby & the picturesque village of Robin Hood’s Bay.

PARK HIGHLIGHTS HIRE OR OWN

• Multi Award Winning 5 Star We have a range of luxurious Parks accommodation to hire from • Caravans for Sale 1st March to 30th November. • Luxurious Holiday Hire Accommodation Or if you are looking to invest in your own holiday caravan • Fully Serviced Seasonal by the sea, then our friendly Touring Pitches team are always happy to • Playparks, Football Pitches & help. Whatever your needs, our Outdoor Gym caravan holiday park offers a • Table Tennis, Pool Table, Air haven of peace & tranquility, Hockey combining freedom with • Access to Cleveland Way & The great scenery, sights & seaside, Cinder Path fantastic country & city life, • On-site Cafe Bar (Coast Cafe great houses & history & Bar) brilliant fun for all the family. • Peaceful Location & Coastal Together our coastal holiday Views parks of distinction & North • Free Wi-Fi Yorkshire can offer you your • NEW in 2021 - 10 Hole Crazy kind of holiday. Golf Course • NEW in 2021 - Electric Vehicle Charging • No Dogs (except registered assistance dogs) Whitby Tourist Information Langbourne Road, Whitby YO21 1DN Find your holiday heaven on the North Yorkshire Coast

Just a stone’s throw from Whitby

Friendly and helpful staff who can offer great local knowledge along with a wide range of products, discounted attraction tickets, visitor parking permits, maps and much more. A visit to the local Tourist Information Centre will help you to enjoy your stay.

www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com Call us today on 01947 880477 or visit www.northcliffe-seaview.com

21 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 22 The ‘Ruswarp Round’ Circular Walk

WHITBY – RUSWARP – WHITBY Riverside, railway and Monks’ Trod footpaths Distance: 2 miles Type: Moderate Time: approx. 1 hour

Start here

Start and Finish - Marina car park. From the Coates Marine end of the car park follow the river-side path upstream through to Ruswarp. Admire the old Railway Viaduct halfway along! At the end of the path, turn right onto the High Street and take a right turn after Jackson’s Butchers and on to the Monks’ Trod. Follow the Trod to a signposted junction at a metal kissing gate. There are now two alternatives:

1) Go straight on which is the last section of the Esk Valley Walk. Follow the ‘leaping salmon’ signs back to Whitby, via school playing fields, cross the A171 road down the indicated footpath and cross the railway line to the car park.

2) At the kissing gate, follow the Trod to the left up the hill. This path leads to the main road at the Prospect Hill traffic lights. At the lights, follow the signs down the hill to the left, to the town centre.

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Want to learn about Whitby’s fishing heritage? Join in and see for yourself these amazing life-size sculptures (created by the highly Gansey Knitter (outside Flowergate Church) talented local sculptor, Emma Stothard) which the whole family will The ‘gansey’, knitted by the fishermen’s wives, protected the fishermen from harsh weather enjoy. The trail features nine unique sculptures, representing people conditions out at sea. Each town/village had its own 5 connected with the fishing industry. These fabulous creations are distinctive (family) pattern. If a fisherman was lost at dotted around different places on the east side and in the West Cliff sea, his gansey would help identify where he was from. area of the town. See town map (inside back cover) for locations.

Frank Meadow Sutcliffe (top of Penny Hedge (Church Street) Skinner Street, opposite West Cliff Church) An ancient local custom (dating back to 1159) 6 Our famous local Victorian photographer captured 1 held on the eve of Ascension Day - the annual the very essence of everyday life, particularly of ceremony of the Horngarth or the Planting of the the local fishing fraternity. Penny Hedge.

Crow’s Nest (West Cliff, by the paddling Bridgender (east side of Swing Bridge) pool) Fisherman leaning against the harbour railings, sharing knowledge and “looking at the weather” 2 Invented in 1807 by William Scoresby Jnr., the 7 before determining to set sail out to sea. crow’s nest afforded some protection from the harsh weather conditions the ship’s Lookout endured at the very top of the main mast.

Fishwife (west side of Swing Bridge, next to railings) 3 Skipper Dora (West Cliff, by the Sunken Depicting the life of a fisherman’s wife who carried Garden) out a long day’s work. Dora Walker (1890-1980) was famous for being 8 noted as the very first female fishing boat skipper on the north east coast. She was also an author, writing her memoirs of nursing in WWI and about Netmender (bottom of Flowergate) the history of the fishing communities. Dora owned and skippered her own boat. The net menders repairing their nets after a long 4 day out at sea (in all weathers). No nets next day = no pay! Herring Girls (Bandstand) When the welcome sight of the fishing fleet arrived in the harbour, the herring lasses were ready and waiting to start gutting and packing the day’s catch. 9 Generally working in teams of three, two girls would gut and salt the herrings whilst the third packed the fish in to barrels.

More info at To find out What’s On in Whitby and A Love Exploring App is the local area, check out our EVENTS available, which provides more information on the characters section on www.visitwhitby.com depicted by the sculptures.

25 | visitwhitby.com All events running are subject to government guidelines, so please be sure visitwhitby.com | 26 to check further with the event organisers nearer the time of the event. Heritage Coastal Villages

Robin Hood’s Bay

Robin Hood’s Bay and Ravenscar Sandsend Fancy a walk ‘Bay’ is a magical place. It’s so easy to imagine the on the beach? A good beach walk from village’s history with smugglers, excise men and Be sure to check Whitby takes you to a village fishing families packed into the tiny ‘streets’. the tide times. that is both coastal and rural! Beaches and waves make it a As well as having this fascinating past it is also the perfect playground. Behind this gateway to wonderful walks on the beach (check tide obvious attraction are two times), clifftop or old railway line (the Cinder Track). becks with charming cottages Ravenscar, a former Roman signal and interesting buildings – the station, is an odd spot, the site of a old cement works for one. village planned but never built. It Did you know? offers breathtaking views and even Robin Hood’s Bay is at sightings of seals on the rocks the end of the 182 miles below – best viewed by boat! / 293km long Coast to Coast walk. Runswick Bay

A tiny huddle of cottages and a fine stretch of beach make it a worthwhile spot to visit, but parking is limited.

27 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 28 Runswick Bay Sandsend Heritage Coastal Villages The Moors and Valleys

The moorland that once almost marooned Whitby (it used to be easier to access Whitby by sea), holds many clues to its industrial past. Valleys, which were once hives of industry, now present rolling vistas of heather cut through with green valleys.

Most of the villages around Whitby have been established in the Esk Valley with its source high up on Westerdale Moor.

Goathland: not ‘Goatland’ – once Heartbeat’s ‘Aidensfield’ – wanders in wide open form from the railway station up to the church and is probably the only village that does not rely upon the River Esk for its existence. An ideal base for exploring the Staithes moors and the remains of a Roman road.

Rosedale: as well as a nice little ‘pottering’ village with Abbey remains. Rosedale affords one of the North York Moors’ most Staithes fascinating walks around Rosedale Valley, where remains of the area’s industrial history abound. Locals call it ‘Steers!’

The high cliff of Cowbar protects this tiny fishing village. Fishing cobles still moor in the beck, their mooring ropes and tie posts make for fine artistic subjects. The famous Staithes group of artists worked from here in the 1890s. Staithes holds an arts festival in September each year, which attracts artists and many visitors. The festival showcases the arts of this pretty fishing village. Many of the villagers open their cottage doors to the public as temporary galleries over the weekend. The Arts Festival won’t be taking place in 2021, but the organisers are very much looking forward to welcoming everyone back for their arts festival in 2022. See www.staithesfestival.com for more information.

For even more accommodation, places to eat and great days out go to www.visitwhitby.com

29 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 30 Goathland Station The Esk Valley Villages

Beckhole is a tiny hamlet below Goathland and like so many villages Campsite Ice cream parlour Tearooms here was the site of ironstone mining; a few traces now remain of the Traditional Dairy Ice Cream made spoil heaps and blast furnaces. There are some lovely walks and a here on the farm in a huge variety of yummy flavours! popular pub amongst its main attractions. Free use of our outdoor play area and woodland nature trail! Castleton has a mixed history of Danish settlement and later a Homemade cakes, breakfasts, mining industry which gives way to its more recent agricultural snacks and much more... image. It was even a cheese selling centre, exporting locally “A Meander Down the Esk” produced cheeses far and wide – Queen Victoria even partook of it! Watercolorist John Freeman Close by is Danby, its name a more obvious link to its Viking past. A takes a meandering journey rather grand hunting lodge which now hosts the Moors Centre (see down the River Esk, portraying 01947 605212 Beacon Farm Ice Cream page 36), whilst Danby Castle was ‘host’ to Katherine Parr, the Queen [email protected] the beautiful river in all its www.beaconfarmicecream.co.uk who outlived Henry VIII. moods. The book will appeal Egton and Egton Bridge: one village or two? Egton Bridge is home to people who love the North to the world’s oldest Gooseberry Show, which holds the world York Moors National Park, the record for the heaviest Goosegog. At the 2019 show the heaviest Esk Valley and Whitby. gooseberry (grown by a local man) weighed in at 64.56g!

Catholic Priest, Father Postgate was born here. He was executed in York for defying the state by preaching in the area of Egton for many years whilst being hidden by the Catholic community.

Glaisdale, with its long beautiful valley (Dale in these parts) links High Moors to the River Esk. Rail, road and river meet below it, where legendary Beggar’s Bridge crosses the Esk.

Grosmont’s early history and original name ‘Grandismont’ originates Lealholm from a 13th century priory set up with help from Joanna Fossard following the religious order of Grandmont. Grosmont’s later history which is now largely hidden, is of heavy industry with blast furnaces Ruswarp (‘Rusup’), the upper tidal reach of the River Esk and the brickworks and a population of approx. 9,000. Today it is the hub of destination of a nice walk from Whitby. Boating is one of the the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (see p39-40) and is a must visit activities which can be enjoyed here as well as taking in the amazing location for steam buffs. The Murk Esk and the River Esk meet just scenery on the Ruswarp Round walk (see p23). above the village. Sleights and Briggswath: these two villages merge as they straddle Lealholm was home to a hutted encampment of navvies building the Esk. The main road from Pickering used to turn right as it the railway. Today it is a far cry from the lawless past and is now a crossed the bridge but a new road now eases the congestion on the delightful place to stay a while by the River Esk. The best link to the old winding route alongside the Esk to Ruswarp. Esk and quoits is to be found here at Lealholm, with the pitch set out on the green by the river. The game was once popular Westerdale village now seems remote but historically was a ‘main throughout rural England, but now the Esk Valley is one of the few route’ between religious establishments. It was also a major centre remaining venues. for the Knights Templar.

Explore the Esk Valley by train. See p33-34 for Beckhole details.

31 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 32 The Esk Valley Line The Esk Valley Railway Serving Whitby, the Esk Valley and Middlesbrough The superbly scenic Esk Valley Railway takes you from urban Middlesbrough through picturesque villages, such as Lealholm, to the famous and historic fishing port of Whitby. Throughout the 35 mile journey, just relax and enjoy the constantly changing rural landscape. It is a unique and affordable way of discovering the North York Moors ‘Discover some of Yorkshire’s nest scenery by visiting the North York Moors National Park, without having to resort to the car, now with with an early by rail. The Esk Valley Railway takes you through picturesque villages and rural morning and later evening service Mondays to Saturdays. The line landscapes throughout its 35 mile journey. Visit our website for more details.’ connects at Grosmont with the heritage steam service to Pickering. Follow us Information from Whitby Station, alternatively on Twitter Visit: www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk Hikers and walkers can also explore the surrounding countryside @EVRDC Email: [email protected] before catching the train home. One of the best walks is the Esk Esk Valley Railcard - Save / on adult fares and up to 4 accompanying child fares Valley Walk between Castleton and Whitby, a 37 mile route which on Esk Valley & North Yorkshire Moors Railway - eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/fares.html follows the River Esk from its source at Esklets, Castleton, until it ends at Whitby where it flows into the sea.

MIDDLESBROUGH Esk Valley Walk

JAMES COOK HOSPITAL

GYPSY LANE MARTON WHITBY Whitby at high tide RUSWARP NUNTHORPE Danby Show SLEIGHTS COMMONDALE DANBY LEALHOLM GREAT AYTON KILDALE EGTON CASTLETON GROSMONT MOOR Fryup Dale, North York GLAISDALE Moors National Park BATTERSBY

Watch Whitby Regatta: Special Events 2021 21st to 23rd August. rd Aug - Whitby Regatta 21st to 23 Try the train! th Aug - Whitby Folk Week 21st to 27

Whitby is rightly renowned for its rich th nd Oct - MusicPort International Music Festival Warren Moor 22 to 24 heritage and unspoilt setting. The station st Oct - Halloween Whitby Goth Weekend Chimney, Kildale th is situated right in the centre of the town 29 Oct to 31 by the harbour. Enjoy Whitby’s famous The Forget-me-not Train for those with Dementia and their fish and chips, spend the day on the sandy carers will run as soon as restrictions allow. First Wednesday of beach, search for jet and fossils along the coastline or visit the the month, departs Whitby Station 11:58. Live Music on board. (Doesn’t run June, July or August). th th , Egton 25 Captain Cook Museum and Pannett Park Museum. rd Agricultural shows along the, EskDanby Valley: 11 th For full timetable see www.eskvalleyrailway.co.uk/timetable.html th , Castleton 11 Aug: Egton Bridge (Gooseberry)th , Lealholm 3 4 Follow us on Twitter @EVRDC Sept: Kildale 4

33 | visitwhitby.com Beggars Bridge, Glaisdale visitwhitby.com | 34 North York Moors National Park FREE ENTRY

The North York Moors is a very special place and perfect for getting closer to nature. This beautiful place is a haven for all sorts of wildlife, particularly ground-nesting birds such as curlew and lapwing and in late summer, one of England’s largest expanses of heather moorland flushes purple.

To truly enjoy and experience all the qualities of the North York Moors, and have a great time whether you’re on foot, bike or just hanging out with friends and family, here’s some useful information to ensure you keep it special.

Plan ahead and stay safe. If you arrive at a site and it’s busy, go elsewhere or visit another time. CHRIS J PARKER

Help respect and protect our local wildlife. Drive with care on moorland roads and keep dogs on a short lead. The Moors National Give nature a chance and take your litter and dog poo bags home with you, to ensure we retain the beauty of the National Park. Park Centre The North York Moors really does have it all, from timeless villages and coastal harbours to enchanted forests and a dramatic A fun family day out in the heart coastline. Take care and enjoy your visit! of the National Park

New exhibitions and play zone Holiday activities and events The Moors National Park Centre Outdoor activity trails For a great free family day out on the outskirts of Danby, enjoy Indoor soft play and climbing wall interactive exhibitions, a play zone, plus an outdoor adventure play Gardens, grounds area and indoor climbing wall, as well as children’s activities, gift and adventure playground shop and delicious treats in Park Life Cafe. Find out about the people, places and wildlife of the North York Moors. Café and gift shop Inspired by… gallery The beautiful Inspired by… gallery at The Moors National Park Centre hosts changing exhibitions of work by artists and makers who draw their inspiration from the landscape, life and colour of the North York Moors. There’s an exciting programme of northyorkmoors.org.uk The Moors National Park Centre, exhibitions and arts and craft courses for 2021 within a range of Danby YO21 2NB disciplines, from watercolours, lantern making and creative writing.

35 | visitwhitby.com visitwhitby.com | 36 North York Moors Cycling in the North York Moors. Why not try… The 21-mile Cinder Track, along the line of the former Whitby National Park to Scarborough railway (there’s bike hire at Trailways at Hawsker, along the route) Events and activities Dalby Forest Loop – a 14-mile ‘Explorer’ route, showing you The North York Moors National Park organises events throughout parts of the National Park you can’t reach by car (bike hire the year including children’s craft activities, guided walks, have-a- from Dalby Bike Barn, Dalby Forest) go archery, outdoor adventures, art workshops and more. Mountain bikers can ride the forest trails in Dalby Forest or Highlights for 2021 include: tackle a section of the 150-mile ‘Moor to Sea’ cycle network. • Wood Life 24 July - 30 August Download routes at • Reflections on Landscape exhibition, 9 October - 8 November www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/cycling • Dark Skies Fringe Festival 2021, 22 - 31 October

See www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/events for full details or pick up a free copy of the North York Moors’ annual ‘Out and About’ guide this summer from The Moors National Park Centre. Leave the car at home

The Esk Valley Railway wends a scenic journey from Whitby to Middlesbrough, stopping at the moorland villages along the way (see p33-34), or you can take the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, whose lovingly restored steam trains run from Whitby to Pickering through the heart of the National Park (see p39-40).

For more details see www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/travel

Walking in the North York Moors. Why not try…

a hike along the cliffs from Whitby to the smugglers’ haunt of Robin Hood’s Bay

the walk from Cloughton to the rocky beach and waterfall at Hayburn Wyke

the 1-mile stretch of the Cleveland Way National Trail with a spectacular vantage point overlooking Staithes

a riverside stroll in the Esk Valley, from Lealholm to Grosmont

Download routes at www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/walking

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Hop on board the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and enjoy a day filled with vintage charm and amazing scenery.

Begin in the seaside town of Whitby and enjoy its folklore tales, bustling harbour and fish and chip dinners. Continue you journey to Grosmont and you may just catch a glimpse behind the scenes; this is the operating hub of the railway where the locomotives are stored and maintained.

Be sure to visit our ‘celebrity station’ at Goathland – it served as the original Hogsmeade Station in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, as well as part of Aidensfield in 90s drama Heartbeat.

Ride to the end of line and into the 1930s – style Pickering station. From there you can explore the vibrant market town with its historic EXPERIENCE 24 MILES sights, rounding off your day perfectly. OF YORKSHIRE’S North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a not for profit organisation led by a dedicated network of volunteers. Every passenger that travels AMAZING SCENERY helps contribute towards the preservation of one of the UK’s most historic railway lines. The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is one To view our opening dates, book travel tickets or for more of the world’s greatest heritage experiences information visit nymr.co.uk/book-tickets with thrills and family fun at its heart. Climb on board a steam or heritage diesel train on one of the most historic lines in the UK.

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Whitby and the The Magpie Cafe surrounding area e critically acclaimed Magpie Cafe is to many Britain’s best exponent of good offers a superb quality Fish and Seafood, simply cooked. variety of Named ‘Best Seafood Establishment’ at e Food Awards England 2019. restaurants, cafes, Nestling by the harbour side, it has tearooms, pubs and become an essential destination for visitors from all over the world. inns to suit all tastes In e Good Food Guide and pockets. 1980-2017, 2019-2021 14 Pier Rd Tel: 01947 602058 Email: [email protected] Mademoiselle’s www.magpiecafe.co.uk Bistro & Luxury Holiday Plenty of choices for... Accommodation Breakfast The Magpi'esWhitby Catch Straight from the sea, onto the boat, into Brunch the market, and across the road to e Lunch Magpie’s Whitby Catch. We pride ourselves on our extensive range Great food in fabulous surroundings. Tea of fresh and smoked sh, shell sh and Cocktail bar, covered courtyard & Dinner seafood. Our produce is always of the intimate dining in our Gin Room. highest quality and freshness. Supper Booking highly recommend either via Pop in to see us at our website or 01947 602970 3-5pm 1 Pier Road, Whitby YO21 1PT 1 Skinner Street, Whitby YO21 3AH We’ve got it covered. Tel: 01947 601313 www.mademoiselles.co.uk Email: [email protected] or buy fresh sh and shell sh online at M www.thewhitbycatch.co.uk Up to 5 cask ales, gaining us CAMRA recognition and awards Craft beers, plus Belgian Magpie's Kitchen favourites Leﬀ e Blonde and Hoegaarden on tap Open Daily from 10am for all your Large selection of gin and tonics Kitchen and and wines of the world Tableware needs. Yorkshire Tapas - including a 2 Golden Lion Bank, cheese board, locally made pork Whitby pies and homemade crab or (Opposite the Swing kipper pate THE BLACK HORSE INN Bridge) Dogs welcome in the bars Little pub - Big choice! Tel: 01947 825122 91 Church Street, Whitby Please check availability and 01947 602906 make bookings via our website www.the-black-horse.com

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Staying for a week or two, or visiting for the day? Wondering what to eat and where? With the huge selection of places to eat in Whitby town and around the pretty coastal and moorland villages, one thing’s for sure, you’ll certainly not go hungry!

There’s plenty of choice to suit all ages and dietary requirements, with a great variety of excellent local restaurants, pubs, cafes and tea rooms all offering delicious, mouth-wateringly culinary delights to suit all palates.

An extensive range of delicious produce is available in the area, with providers using high quality, locally sourced ingredients such as fresh Whitby fish, Yorkshire home-reared meats, artisan breads, pastries and fabulous cheeses, delivered to local restaurants and pubs for hearty meal options, and locally sourced ice creams (freshly manufactured at local parlours).

Each food establishment (many family run) within this amazing part of North Yorkshire offers you the opportunity to experience such wonderful and tasty flavours.

Relax, the table’s yours for the evening

Open from 6pm daily East Row, Sandsend Tel: 01947 893424 Book online via 5 luxurious en suite rooms available

Walk in as customers, leave as friends

www.estbekhouse.co.uk

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Stylish Seafood Brasserie and Grill in a stunning Harbourside location serving all the best in Seasonal Seafood and Locally Reared Meats.

Ideal for Leisurely Lunches and Celebration Dinners. See our website or join our mailing list for current special Fabulous Fish & Chips offers and upcoming events, including Guest Chef Dinners. Whitby as a fishing port is known all over the globe for its fabulous, freshly cooked fish and chips, and other varieties of seafood.

Dotted around the town and harbour-side you’ll find many excellent seafood restaurants, cafes and pubs which will be only too happy to welcome you and prepare you a place at their table.

If it’s alfresco dining you’re after, there are plenty of traditional take-away fish & chips shops in and around the town and in the coastal and moorland villages. Many of the local food establishments cater for gluten free options too. The Star Inn The Harbour Langborne Rd Whitby Did you know? YO21 1YN Over the years Whitby has been host to many TV celebrity chefs, with visits from T: 01947 821900 James Martin, Rick Stein, Brian Turner CBE, Jean-Christophe Novelli, Gary Rhodes OBE, E: [email protected] the Hairy Bikers (Si King and Dave Myers), www.starinntheharbour.co.uk Two Fat Ladies (Clarissa Dickson Wright and StarInnTheHarbour HarbourStarInn Jennifer Paterson) and many others.

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S T D O A R RUSWARP R E S K E E N T E Ruswarp L Station G Robinson’s Whitby Jet Producers of finest quality Whitby Jet jewellery

We have been collecting and working with Whitby jet for over 30 years and pride ourselves on producing fine quality jet jewellery, all made here in Whitby. We use only the best quality hard Whitby jet which is completely flawless and will last a lifetime.

6 Sandgate, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO22 4DB Tel: 01947 606 100