A picturesque seaside town situated on the East Coast of Yorkshire, Whitby is dominated by the dramatic façade of Whitby Abbey. The Abbey dates back to the 13th century and was the home of the first recorded English poet, Caedmon, which is only the beginning
of Whitby's long and storied literary history. Perhaps the most notable literary association is Whitby's notoriety as the inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula. The atmospheric church ruins on Whitby's East Cliff provided this inspiration, and now visitors staying Whitby holiday rentals can walk the narrow streets and alleyways leading down to the seaside that feature in the book.
This fishing port is fascinating to visit for anyone interested in maritime history, as it was one of the centres of the whaling industry and the home of Captain Cook. History buffs can visit the Captain Cook Memorial Museum and visit the site where Cook lodged during his stay in Whitby. Nature lovers may choose to stay in local Whitby holiday rentals to explore the hiking and fishing opportunities in the region, or use this as a home base for further exploration of the nearby North York Moors National Park. The North Yorkshire Moors Railway provides an authentic steam railway experience, while allowing you to drink in the stunning Yorkshire scenery. The moors contain one of the largest stretches of heather moorland in the United Kingdom, and provide excellent opportunity to explore the area on foot. The area also features pristine sandy beaches for a day out enjoying the brisk seaside breeze.
While the Whitby Abbey dominates the skyline, further landmarks include the swing bridge over the River Esk, the whalebone arch, and statues of William Scoresby and Captain James Cook. When staying in quaint Whitby holiday rentals or cottages, you can also enjoy the cultural life of the village. The Pannett Park Art Gallery features a diverse range of artworks, and the town really comes alive during events such as the Folk Festival. Whitby Wizard, a newly-built science museum is a great attraction of the town, which falls within a walking distance of the various
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From your
Whitby accommodation, you can also reach the various local restaurants and shopping centres during your leisure hours. Scarborough is a nice place for a weekend short stay from Whitby, where you have some of the finest
Scarborough holiday rentals for tourist accommodation.
The region of North Yorkshire is served with a wide array of
North Yorkshire holiday rentals, which offer easy access to all the major tourist sites.
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