The Museum is in Walker’s House which belonged to Captain John Walker to whom the great explorer, Captain Cook was apprenticed in 1746, and to which Cook returned in the winter of 1771–72 after his First Voyage.
Much is known about the furnishings of the house from an inventory of contents taken in 1754, this means the two ground floor rooms are furnished according to this inventory and decorated in the original colour.
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In this 'you may also like' section we attempt to answer what else can I do? Here you have a list by order of being the closest some more beaches, things to see and do, places to eat and upcoming events.
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Musicport is an annual music festival held in the Whitby Pavilion, Whitby, North Yorkshire. As well as the concerts you also have open mics and music sessions for under 5s, masterclasses and workshops for young musicians.
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Whitby Sands beach is a sandy beach with some rocks situated to the west of the town and the beach is also known as West Cliff Beach. The River Esk splits through Whitby and a unique swing bridge connects the West and East sides of the town. On the east, you have a small sandy beach below the Abbey and
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Upgang is a small beach on the north side of Whitby. It is sandwiched in between Sandsend Beach and Whitby Sands. Located just next to Whitby golf coarse the beach is well known for the surf and is very popular and productive beach for fishing, especially during summer. Access to the beach is via the steps and walkways which have
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Sandsend beach is a sand and shingle beach situated on Yorkshire’s heritage coastline. The beach is at the North end of a stretch of beach that runs into Whitby sands. A popular haunt with fossil collectors and fishing enthusiasts and an ideal location for the family. You have car parking on the road behind the beach, cafe and toilets. Share:
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Wits End Cafe has a beautiful walled garden and views of Sandsend Bay with the Whitby Abbey as a backdrop. Seasonal opening hours. Share:
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Whitby lifeboat station was established in 1802 and now has two lifeboats; an inshore and all weather. Whitby lifeboat station is open weekdays and Sunday with the shop open in the summer. Share:
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Whitby Abbey was founded in 657 and is located high on a cliff above the Yorkshire seaside town of Whitby. The Abbey were the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s gothic tale of ‘Dracula’. Share:
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Whitby Lighthouse protected the busy Whitby harbour. The harbour at Whitby is still the base for the town’s fishing fleet and it was from here that Captain Cook set out in the ENDEAVOUR on his voyage of discovery to Australia in 1768. With high cliffs and fine beaches extend to Ravenscar around Robin Hood’s Bay from Whitby and the area
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Wheeldale Roman Road is a mile-long stretch of ancient road – probably Roman but possibly later or earlier – amid wild and beautiful moorland, still with its hard core and drainage ditches. Share:
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Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, The Dolphin Hotel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Whitby, 300 metres from Whitby Abbey. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Share:
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Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, The Black Horse offers accommodation in Whitby, 300 metres from Whitby Abbey. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Rooms have a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Share:
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Situated 10 minutes’ walk from the main beach, The Angel Hotel offers accommodation in historic Whitby on the Yorkshire coast. The hotel has a terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Share:
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