Whitby History, The Fascinating History Of Whitby, Yorkshire

Whitby Storyteller Award winning Walks and Tours

Whitby Storyteller Award winning Ghost Walks and Tours

April 13, 2017 Thomas Paylor 0

Rose Rylands is a locally born storyteller who shares an intimate knowledge of the coast and surroundings, along with local folklore, history, mysteries and legends. She runs a variety of guided walks, including Guided Walking Tours of Whitby and Ghost walks in Robin Hood’s Bay and Whitby. […]

Whitby Museums and Art Galleries

April 12, 2017 Thomas Paylor 0

There are quite a few different museums and art galleries to explore in Whitby and the surrounding area. […]

9 Mind Blowing Facts About Whitby

March 24, 2017 Thomas Paylor 0

What is Whitby most famous for and why do hundreds of thousands of visitors flock to Whitby each year? Here are 9 mind-blowing facts about Whitby which you may not have known! […]

Smuggling tales from around Whitby

February 13, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

Throughout history, men have made a living from smuggling goods and living under the nose of the taxman. Whitby and the surrounding villages were a hotbed for smuggling for generations, with tales of hidden tunnels and secret societies a plenty. Here are a few Whitby smuggling tales for you to enjoy. […]

Five Unsettled Spirits That Still Reside In Whitby

February 9, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

Not only does Whitby have various haunted buildings but we also have our own set of ghosts who just can’t get to the other side, either that or they enjoy spooking tourists and residents. […]

The mysterious sinking of the Admiral Von Tromp at Saltwick Bay

February 3, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

On the sands of Saltwick Bay stand boats that have been through the worst nightmare of any captain, a shipwreck. […]

Five Whitby Folklore Tales

February 1, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

For centuries sailors and fishermen have swapped stories to either scare or entertain their listeners whilst they drank up all the liquor Whitby had to offer. Here at The Whitby Guide, we have compiled a list of five Whitby folklore tales. Enjoy… […]

Step back in time at the Captain Cook Memorial Museum in Whitby

January 27, 2017 Thomas Paylor 0

Discover a world of exploration at the Captain Cook Memorial Museum. The Museum is based in the house on Grape Lane where Captain Cook stayed during his apprenticeship. […]

A Tour Around Whitby With Simon Calder By Visit England (Video)

January 23, 2017 Thomas Paylor 0

Follow Simon Calder around Whitby in this video from Visit England. Simon talks through some of the main tourist destinations in Whitby. […]

Who Was St Hilda?

January 21, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

St Hilda is one of those names that, much like Caedmon, is seen all over Whitby and the surrounding areas. Anyone who lives in Whitby will know who St Hilda is, but for those who don’t know the famous saint, read on… […]

Witches of Whitby, who are believed to live in and around the town

January 19, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

The witches of Whitby that use the town as their hunting ground are usually females and are best to be avoided, although most of the witches on this list are long dead there may still be a witch lurking in the midst and hiding among the normal people, so be aware! […]

Spooky Tales…Five legendary beasts lurking around Whitby

January 18, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

The North Yorkshire Moors are so vast and remote, it’s little wonder that beasts of the devil make it their home. Here is a list of five legendary beasts you may find on your travels around Whitby. […]

The Oyster Man of Whitby

January 14, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

Years ago, Oysters weren’t a delicacy of the rich, in fact they were thought of as more a poor man’s food and a lot of the working class on the coast depended on oysters for a meal. And that was no different in Whitby. […]

Five haunted places in Whitby

January 13, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 3

Paranormal experts from far and wide make sure they visit Whitby on their ghost hunting tours. You will understand why once you’ve read our list of five haunted places in Whitby. […]

Video Post – The Yards of Whitby

January 12, 2017 Thomas Paylor 0

A clip from the BBC TV program ‘Secret Britain’ which featured the famous “Yards of Whitby”. […]

The Submerged Bells, The Legend Of The Whitby Abbey Bells

January 12, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

It is now a well-known fact that during his reign Henry VIII sent out groups to destroy abbeys and churches that belonged to the Catholic faith as he built up the Church Of England, one of those abbeys was the famous Whitby Abbey. […]

The legend of the Saltersgate Inn – Part 2

January 11, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 1

Although the exact date is unknown, around the year 1800 is where our next story regarding the legendary Saltersgate Inn takes place. […]

The legend of the Saltersgate Inn – Part 1

January 11, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

Along the Hole of Horcum,on a road referred to as the Devil’s Elbow stands the remains of a once thriving pub. Famous for its rich history in smuggling, the Inn was also the basis of many different horror stories, namely to do with the origins of the fire that burnt for 200 years. […]

Whitby’s 199 Steps

January 9, 2017 Sam Hawxwell 0

One of the most famous landmarks in Whitby are the 199 steps that lead up to St Mary’s church, also know as the ‘Church Steps’. The reasons for walking up the steps have differed over the years, but now they are used to capture one of the most beautiful views of Whitby you can achieve. […]

The Whitby Ghost Book

January 7, 2017 Thomas Paylor 0

First published in 1987, The Whitby Ghost Book by Paul McDermott (now called Paul Fitz-George since his marriage), has been revised and refreshed with a new makeover that includes story updates and new exclusive photographs, showing the various ghostly venues its tales depict. […]

Accommodation	Discount	View
Penny Hedge	-35%	View
Broomfield House	-20%	View
The White House Inn	-22%	View
The Stables At Crossbutts	-39%	View
Raithwaite Estate	-27%	View
Ruswarp Hall	-28%	View