Attractions and community resources in Whitby
Friday 28th October
As well as a whole host of organised events in Whitby (see our What’s On page), the town can also boast some fantastic all year round attractions that both visitors and locals can enjoy.:
Captain Cook Memorial Museum
Open daily 30 March to 3 November 2024 from 9:45 am to 5:00pm. On Wednesdays and Saturdays in August, Art & Craft Summer Holiday Children’s Workshops take place with Trish Phillips in the Endeavour Room from 12.00 pm – 4.00 pm. Children to be accompanied by an adult. Price: free with entry into the museum, or £3.00 bookable sessions at 12.00 pm 1.00 pm 2.00 pm & 3.00 pm. For more information, please visit our website https://www.cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk
Whitby Museum & Pannett Art Gallery, Pannett Park
Exhibitions include ‘Our Lasses: Inspirational Women of Whitby’, a look at some of the famous, infamous and unjustly overlooked women of Whitby; ‘Adventures in Time: the Development of Steampunk’ featuring steampunk outfits alongside original Victorian clothing from our collection; ‘A Whitby Stoker’s War’, a special exhibition for the 80th anniversary of D-Day which details the life of local lad Malcom Howard, recipient of France’s highest order of merit – the Legion d’Honneur for his role in D-Day; and ‘Frank Meadow Sutcliffe’ mini exhibition and slideshow in the Normanby Room. The museum is open from 10am until 4:30pm Tuesday to Sunday with last admission 4pm. Entry fee is £8 for an annual pass for adults, children up to 18 are free and residents of Whitby Parish are free upon proof of address. For further information please visit www.whitbymuseum.org.uk.
The museum tearoom is open from 10am until 3:30pm serving cakes, drinks and light bites.
Pannett Art Gallery at the front of the Museum has an eclectic mix of 19th and 20th Century paintings on permanent display.
Whitby Art Society
Whitby Art Society’s Annual exhibition at the Pannett Gallery, Pannett Park, Whitby runs until Sunday July 7. Tuesday – Sunday 10.30am- 4.30pm. Entry free. The Society meets on the second Wednesday of every month (except December) at The Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ from 7.00pm – 9.00pm. Please see www.whitbyartsociety.org for news and membership details.
Whitby Coliseum
Victoria Place, Whitby. YO21 1EZ. Tel: 01947 825000. Cinema, theatre, events. Internet Café. Community Offices, theatre and meeting rooms available for hire. Network Shop for affordable, nearly new furniture and household items (in Station Square). Walled Garden Community Volunteer Project. For more information, check out the Coliseum’s Facebook page or website: www.whitbycoliseum.co.uk or email info@whitbycoliseum.com.
Whitby Pavilion/Pavilion Theatre
West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3EN. Cinema, theatre, shows, events. Café. For information of shows, events and cinema screenings, and for tickets visit Whitby Pavilion in person, call 01947 824770 or check out their website www.whitbypavilion.co.uk (booking fees apply).
Whitby Library
Windsor Terrace, Whitby. YO21 1EY. Tel: 01609 534350. More than just books – check out the library’s Facebook page and website for other services provided and activities. https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/leisure-tourism-and-culture/libraries/local-libraries/whitby-library.
Opening times: Mon 9.30am – 5pm; Tues – 9.30am – 7pm; Wed – closed; Thurs/Fri 9.30am – 5pm; Sat 10am – 1pm; Sunday – closed.
Caring Together – Whitby & district
Situated at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place. Our services include Carers Break Service, Befriending Service and Support Groups. You can contact us by calling the Coliseum Reception on 01947 82500 or by email caringwhitby@gmail.com. For more information, please visit www.caringtogetherwhitbyanddistrict.org
Lythe Community Shop & Tea Garden
High Street, Lythe, Whitby YO21 3RT. Tel: 01947 893983.
A welcoming community shop located in the village of Lythe, just a few miles from Whitby on the B1266 coastal road. Includes a general store for everyday essentials, home baking and locally sourced produce, a Post Office counter and a lovely tea garden to the rear serving delicious homemade cakes and sandwiches.
Manned by volunteers, current opening times are Mon-Sat 8.00am-4.00pm, and Sun 9.00am-12 noon (Post Office counter: Mon-Sat 8.00am-12.30pm only).
Hinderwell Community Hub
Situated on the coastal bus route from Whitby, our Tearoom offers a welcoming warm place to enjoy delicious coffee, homemade scones, cakes, soups and lots more.
We also have activities in the adjoining Schoolroom:
Monday am Yoga;
Tuesday pm Bingo, Dominoes, Games and Quizzes each week on a rolling programme;
Wednesday am Toddlers’ Group;
Thursday am Men’s Walking Group;
Thursday pm Ladies’ Crafts.
We are open 9.30-3pm daily (closed Saturday) Please call 01947 841303 for further details.
Whitby Whalers u3a
Day time activities throughout the week for those no longer in full time work: arts, languages, lectures, exercise, history, social groups and much more. Variety of venues. www.u3asites.org.uk/whitby
The Treasure Trove, Grosmont
A fundraising pop-up shop to support Grosmont Co-operative Store. Opens Wednesday to Sunday 10.30 – 3pm in the old bookshop within the Co-op building. Run entirely by volunteers. Donations welcome, especially bric-a-brac, household items, collectables & books.
Whitby Naturalists’ Club
The Club seeks to study, promote interest in and conserve natural history, local history and archaeology, particularly in the Whitby area.
The Mustard Seed Cafe at West Cliff Church
Skinner Street, Whitby. YO21 3AH (next to Youngs Jewellers).
Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 10.30am-2.30pm. A friendly not-for-profit cafe, staffed by volunteers.
Whitby Tennis Club
5.30pm – 8pm at Caedmon College (behind Whitby & Esk Valley Astro Turf facility).
Current members and new members welcome. Club nights on Mondays & Thursdays, also Sunday mornings 10am – 12 noon. Please get in touch via our Facebook page if you would like to join with us. Age 18 and over (we don’t have a junior section). Full season cost is £35.00.
The Mustard Seed Cafe at West Cliff Church
Skinner Street, Whitby. YO21 3AH (next to Youngs Jewellers). Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 10.30am-2.30pm. A friendly not-for-profit cafe, staffed by volunteers.
