Who was Henry Freeman?
A new statue to commemorate him is planned for Whitby. But who was Henry Freeman? Henry Freeman was born on 29th April 1835 and passed away on 13th December 1904; … Read more
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The Cholmley Family of Whitby
Since the late 1500s, the Cholmley family has been a well-known presence in Whitby. In this article, we discuss the Cholmley family of Whitby. Sir Hugh Cholmley built their mansion … Read more
The Scoresby Family of Whitby
The father and son duo of Scoresby’s are remarkable men from the town of Whitby. Despite being almost entirely self-taught, they gained a reputation across Europe as incredible navigators and … Read more
The History of the Whitby and Pickering Railway
The Railway was built to provide a transportation link, an engineering marvel of its time. With steep gradients, tight curves, and impressive viaducts. Here’s further information about the History of … Read more
The skull and crossbones graves in St Mary’s Churchyard
The skull and crossbones graves in St Mary’s Churchyard capture visitors’ attention. They are the subject of stories and intrigue, and we look at these stories in this article. Have … Read more
Whitby’s West Cliff, All You Need To Know
The West Cliff of Whitby offers many hotels, holiday accommodations, and tourist attractions. Here is all you need to know about Whitby’s West Cliff. In the 1850s, George Hudson, known … Read more
14 Things To Do In Whitby With Kids
Holidaying with kids and finding things to keep them entertained can be challenging. Here are 14 things to do in Whitby with kids to help you out. Whitby is one … Read more
YHA Boggle Hole Hostel Review, What To Expect
We recently stayed at the YHA Boggle Hole hostel. Tucked away in an old smuggler’s cove, this lovely hostel is a perfect place for a break by the sea. Read … Read more
NYMR Light Spectacular Express 2023, Our Review
We gathered our family and boarded a steam train for the NYMR Light Spectacular Express! Here’s our full review. NYMR’s Light Spectacular Express is back for 2023, and we visited their … Read more
Horse Riding In And Around Whitby, The North York Moors & The Yorkshire Coast
Horse riding is an exciting way to explore the countryside, and there are few better places to do it than in and around Whitby, the North York Moors, and the … Read more
