Whitby, Yorkshire, UK.
Places to Visit in Yorkshire - Whitby
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Whitby can get very busy in the peak summer months, the narrow streets and shops do get very crowded, not a place to come for peace and quiet. But once you're away from the village centre towards the harbour entrance things do improve. |
The sandy West Cliff Beach is at least a couple of miles long, with good access provided by steepish zigzag paths from the car parks along the cliff top. Also on the west cliff is a statue of captain James Cook who sailed from Whitby. On the East cliff above the harbour are the ruins of Whitby Abbey, a Benedictine abbey originally built in 657. The abbey was abandoned in 867 after an attack by Vikings. A second monastery was built on the site in 1078, this lasted until 1540 when it was finally destroyed by King Henry Viii. Today visitors can tour the ruins for the princely sum of £1.70 - open from 10am to 6pm in high season. |
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Features. Large seaside town with River & Harbour. Parking at harbour. Boat trips. |
Great Fish & Chips. Harbour wall walks. Very long sandy beach. Cliff top paths with good views of bay. Steep Roads! |
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Links to Places to Visit on the Yorkshire Coast
WhitbyA large fishing village on the North Yorkshire Coast, set in the steep sided bay where the River Esk flows into the sea.Click here for more wallpapers, photos and information about Whitby Fishing Village in Yorkshire |
Robin Hoods BayRobin Hood's Bay is the name of the village and the name of the beautiful cliff lined bay. This has got to be one of the most picturesque places in England.Click here for more wallpapers, photos and information about Robin Hoods Bay in Yorkshire |
Staithes VillageStaithes is a small fishing village with large bay harbour on the North Yorkshire Coast. The word 'Staithes' literally means "landing place".Click here for more wallpapers, photos and information about Staithes Fishing Village and Beach in Yorkshire |
Runswick BayA lovely little village & bay on the North Yorkshire Coast about 8 miles north west of Whitby.Click here for more wallpapers, photos and information about Runswick Bay in Yorkshire |
FileyFiley is a quiet seaside town on the East Yorkshire coast about 5 miles south of Scarborough.Click here for more wallpapers, photos and information about Filey Beach on the Yorkshire Coast |