Discover Whitby

The Jewel in the Crown of North Yorkshire, Whitby is surrounded by the stunning scenery of the North Yorkshire moors and features a spectacular coastline. Whitby is a captivating place, renowned for its blue flag beaches, fish & chips, quaint streets, shops and links with literature. Bram Stoker’s famous novel, Dracula, features the town and inspired the world famous Goth festival.

Community

Steeped in character, Whitby is surrounded by fantastic countryside and coastal views, Whitby is an incredible place to call home. There are modern facilities amongst the traditional setting
with plenty of places to eat, drink, relax and explore whilst breathing in the fresh sea air and admiring the striking scenery.

Places to Visit

You will be spoilt for choice with the number of attractions in Whitby such as the Gothic ruins of Whitby Abbey, the Captain Cook museum, Pannett Park, Whitby Pavilion, the Esk Valley and North York Moors Railways. Further afield you can explore quaint villages along the Heritage coast or venture inland and capture the breathtaking moorland vistas and picturesque villages on the banks of the River Esk.

Schools

There are a wide range of Ofsted rated ‘good’ primary and secondary schools in Whitby and the surrounding area.

Transport Links

Bus: Regular service to York, Thirsk and Pickering.

Rail: There are a wide variety of rail links to the town. The North Yorkshire Moors and Esk Valley railways offer links to picturesque locations, terminating in Pickering or Middlesborough. There
is also a Northern Rail service to Middlesbrough.