Whitby Folk Week 22nd – 28th August is a traditional folk event that sees the town come alive with singing, dancing and fun. One of the key events in the calendar for Whitby, the whole town is immersed in music, dance and song, with impromptu performances popping up throughout the seven days of the festival.
With its many attractions, rich cultural heritage and compelling and interseting history, Whitby has something for everyone. From the 199 steps up to the ruins of the famous Whitby Abbey to the deep and dark Dracula experience, Captain Cook’s Cottage to the enchanting Whitby Walks there is always something to amuse and surprise. Boasting some of the country’s finest fish and chips, contemporary restaurants serving modern European cuisine, Whitby has a fantastic selection of restaurants to choose from – just take your pick!
A family friendly event the Whitby Folk Week is a great time to visit one of the country’s most vibrant and exciting seaside towns. Playing host to some of the most outstanding entertainment from some of the finest artists in the British Isles, Whitby Folk Week will be an experience you will never forget.
A festival of real music, real ale, real food and real people, a traditional celebration of the important things in life – Whitby Folk Week, a tradition at the heart of Whitby.
Why not make Whitby Folk Week a tradition of your own?
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