Guidebook for North Yorkshire

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Guidebook for North Yorkshire

Food Scene

Awesome views of pier and sea- ask for seaview window seats. Run by a fisherman's wife who guarantees fresh fish- locally caught lobster and shellfish, famous Whitby scampi, cod, haddock, salmon etc. Even 21 day sirloin steaks! Daytime or evening meals- go before 7.30.p.m.
19 locals recommend
The Fisherman's Wife Whitby
Khyber Pass
19 locals recommend
Awesome views of pier and sea- ask for seaview window seats. Run by a fisherman's wife who guarantees fresh fish- locally caught lobster and shellfish, famous Whitby scampi, cod, haddock, salmon etc. Even 21 day sirloin steaks! Daytime or evening meals- go before 7.30.p.m.
Award-winning family-run craft bakery-original recipes since 1865. Recommend Plum Bread, sticky Ginger Brack, fresh bread, savoury lunches, desserts. Daytime only- go by 4 p.m.
29 locals recommend
E. Botham & Sons
35/39 Skinner St
29 locals recommend
Award-winning family-run craft bakery-original recipes since 1865. Recommend Plum Bread, sticky Ginger Brack, fresh bread, savoury lunches, desserts. Daytime only- go by 4 p.m.
Just around corner from B & B. Book sea view window seat or outside in June & July for sunsets over the sea. Fresh home-made food. Early Bird menu (cheaper). Weekday eat by 7-7.30 p.m., Sunday by 6 p.m. Evening pub quizzes- meet the locals in the bar. #4
10 locals recommend
The White House Inn - Whitby
Upgang Lane
10 locals recommend
Just around corner from B & B. Book sea view window seat or outside in June & July for sunsets over the sea. Fresh home-made food. Early Bird menu (cheaper). Weekday eat by 7-7.30 p.m., Sunday by 6 p.m. Evening pub quizzes- meet the locals in the bar. #4
"Where town meets country" near B & B. Parking. Esk Valley views. Light bar meals, Sunday Traditional Carvery 12-6 p.m., evening meals. Unique features in dining areas- log burners, working range, open beams.
14 locals recommend
The Stables at Cross Butts
Guisborough Road
14 locals recommend
"Where town meets country" near B & B. Parking. Esk Valley views. Light bar meals, Sunday Traditional Carvery 12-6 p.m., evening meals. Unique features in dining areas- log burners, working range, open beams.
Great range of wood fired pizzas, pastas, seafood selections.
17 locals recommend
Moutreys
9 Grape Ln
17 locals recommend
Great range of wood fired pizzas, pastas, seafood selections.
Takeaway option. Award winning. Large variety of fresh traditional and sustainable fish with great chips, peas, salads. Chosen & recommended by Jeremy Clarkson & James May.
12 locals recommend
Mister Chips
68-69 Church St
12 locals recommend
Takeaway option. Award winning. Large variety of fresh traditional and sustainable fish with great chips, peas, salads. Chosen & recommended by Jeremy Clarkson & James May.
1940's fully war-time themed cafe with war time songs playing. Unique 16th century shop. Open fire. Timber-framed. Variety of traditional British secret recipe short crust pies with mashed potato, peas & gravy. Takeaway option.
10 locals recommend
Humble Pie & Mash
163 Church St
10 locals recommend
1940's fully war-time themed cafe with war time songs playing. Unique 16th century shop. Open fire. Timber-framed. Variety of traditional British secret recipe short crust pies with mashed potato, peas & gravy. Takeaway option.
Family- run since early 1950's. Multi Award Winning. National Fish & Chip Shop of the Year 2014. Air-Conditioned. Family Friendly. Gluten/wheat free fish.
8 locals recommend
Quayside
7 Pier Rd
8 locals recommend
Family- run since early 1950's. Multi Award Winning. National Fish & Chip Shop of the Year 2014. Air-Conditioned. Family Friendly. Gluten/wheat free fish.
Famous Signature Menu- e.g. Steak on the Stone. Order food as portions. Starter =1 portion, 4 or 5 portions for sharing.
21 locals recommend
Harry's Lounge Bar & Brasserie
10-11 Pier Rd
21 locals recommend
Famous Signature Menu- e.g. Steak on the Stone. Order food as portions. Starter =1 portion, 4 or 5 portions for sharing.
"Traditional & contemporary Indian cuisine." Also takeaway- order from B & B, eat in style- our crockery, cutlery, serviettes & complimentary hot or cold drink. Recommend peshwari naan and House Specials.
Indian Moments Whitby
63-65 Church St
"Traditional & contemporary Indian cuisine." Also takeaway- order from B & B, eat in style- our crockery, cutlery, serviettes & complimentary hot or cold drink. Recommend peshwari naan and House Specials.
Large variety high quality Chinese food. Eat in or cheaper to takeaway- order from menu at B & B & we collect meal for you to eat at our B & B dining table using our crockery, cutlery or chopsticks, soy sauce, serviettes & complimentary hot or cold drink.
Long King Chinese Restaurant
Argyle Road
Large variety high quality Chinese food. Eat in or cheaper to takeaway- order from menu at B & B & we collect meal for you to eat at our B & B dining table using our crockery, cutlery or chopsticks, soy sauce, serviettes & complimentary hot or cold drink.
Highly recommended by our guests for views, excellent steak, seafood and great fish and chips- the "large" is very large! Relax and enjoy the balcony view- like being ON the River Esk, watching fishing boats, pleasure craft and yachts passing by and entering and leaving the harbour mouth.
32 locals recommend
Abbey Wharf
Market Place
32 locals recommend
Highly recommended by our guests for views, excellent steak, seafood and great fish and chips- the "large" is very large! Relax and enjoy the balcony view- like being ON the River Esk, watching fishing boats, pleasure craft and yachts passing by and entering and leaving the harbour mouth.

Sightseeing

Stunning views of Whitby. Site of Saxon Abbey- founded 657 A.D. Date of Easter chosen here at famous Synod of Whitby 664 A.D., hosted by Abbess Hild. Medieval Abbey remains & Visitor Centre-"talking heads" and large display of Anglo-Saxon archaeological finds. Well worth hiring a headset commentary.
112 locals recommend
Whitby Abbey
Abbey Lane
112 locals recommend
Stunning views of Whitby. Site of Saxon Abbey- founded 657 A.D. Date of Easter chosen here at famous Synod of Whitby 664 A.D., hosted by Abbess Hild. Medieval Abbey remains & Visitor Centre-"talking heads" and large display of Anglo-Saxon archaeological finds. Well worth hiring a headset commentary.
Over 100 years old. Spans the River Esk. Connects the more modern West side of Whitby with the original, historic East Whitby. At high tide gates at each end are closed and the bridge swings open to allow the dredger, fishing boats, yachts etc. to move in or out of the Upper Harbour.
Swing Bridge
Bridge Street
Over 100 years old. Spans the River Esk. Connects the more modern West side of Whitby with the original, historic East Whitby. At high tide gates at each end are closed and the bridge swings open to allow the dredger, fishing boats, yachts etc. to move in or out of the Upper Harbour.
St. Mary's Church, the Parish Church of Whitby, is next to Whitby Abbey. Access it by climbing the famous 199 steps, officially called Church Stairs. It was built in 1110 AD. and it has been prayed in for over 1000 years. Bell ringing.Unusual 3 decker pulpit, ear trumpets, William Scoresby chair and other exhibits.
12 locals recommend
Church of Saint Mary
Abbey Plain
12 locals recommend
St. Mary's Church, the Parish Church of Whitby, is next to Whitby Abbey. Access it by climbing the famous 199 steps, officially called Church Stairs. It was built in 1110 AD. and it has been prayed in for over 1000 years. Bell ringing.Unusual 3 decker pulpit, ear trumpets, William Scoresby chair and other exhibits.

Entertainment & Activities

Theatre, cinema,live music bands, shows, January pantomime. Stunning panoramic sea views. Limited parking.
15 locals recommend
Whitby Pavilion
15 locals recommend
Theatre, cinema,live music bands, shows, January pantomime. Stunning panoramic sea views. Limited parking.
Huge monster-themed multi-tiered play area in two sections- toddlers and school age upwards, including parents/carers. Variety of slides including death slide. Climbing wall. Café. Outdoor play area with sandpit.
10 locals recommend
Mini Monsterz
10 locals recommend
Huge monster-themed multi-tiered play area in two sections- toddlers and school age upwards, including parents/carers. Variety of slides including death slide. Climbing wall. Café. Outdoor play area with sandpit.
Rowing boat and canoe hire on the River Esk. Picturesque scenery,variety of mature trees, trees, wildlife, ducks, water voles etc.
Ruswarp station
Rowing boat and canoe hire on the River Esk. Picturesque scenery,variety of mature trees, trees, wildlife, ducks, water voles etc.

Shopping

Fresh bakery goods. Picnic food. Large variety of food, drink, non-food items.
Co-op station
Fresh bakery goods. Picnic food. Large variety of food, drink, non-food items.
Historic beamed shop in historic street. Huge variety of traditional English sweets and chocolate. Gift box options.
Sandgate Sweet Shop
5 Sandgate
Historic beamed shop in historic street. Huge variety of traditional English sweets and chocolate. Gift box options.