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Glaisdale, Whitby , UK

Glaisdale

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Glaisdale

Nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, Glaisdale enchants with rolling hills, lush greenery, and charming stone cottages! Wander along the stunning moor paths, breathe in that fresh countryside air, and soak in the views that seem to stretch to infinity. Don’t miss the delightful tea rooms—perfect for a slice of homemade cake after a brisk hike!

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Magpie Café

Dive into the charm of Magpie Café in Whitby, renowned for its fresh, locally-sourced seafood and stunning views of the harbor, making it a must-visit culinary gem on the Yorkshire coast.

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The Fisherman's Wife Whitby

Nestled in the charming Whitby, The Fisherman’s Wife is a delightful gem overlooking the bustling harbor. This cozy eatery serves up mouthwatering fresh seafood and comforting classic dishes. With a friendly vibe and whimsical decor, it's the perfect pitstop for hungry adventurers. Grab a sea-view seat and dive into their famous fish and chips—happiness awaits!

Eat$$$4.6/5

Royal Fisheries

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Trenchers

Renowned for its stunning coastal views and fresh seafood, Trenchers in Whitby offers a quintessential seaside dining experience that beautifully captures the charm and culinary delights of this historic fishing town.

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The Bridge Inn

Stays

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Green End Farm Cottages

Nestled in the picturesque countryside, Green End Farm Cottages offer a charming retreat near Whitby, combining rustic elegance with stunning views, making it the perfect getaway for relaxation and exploration of the Yorkshire coast.

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Bank House Farm Hostel

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The Green in Glaisdale

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Things To Do
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5/5

Luxury Private Day Back Roads Whitby Moor & Coast

Our Tours are the only way to see Yorkshire and its beauty in a single day with complete privacy, security and comfort onboard the magnificent Mercedes Benz V Class accompanied by Andrew the guide. Andrew always places your enjoyment of the day before everything else. No other Tour in the glorious north of England focuses so much on the overall quality of each and every guests experience. We believe that your vacation is the most valuable part of your year. We respect every minute of your vacation time, our philosophy is to make every moment of your time on vacation worthwhile. Before founding our company Andrew led a tour in another part of the UK that was ranked by TripAdvisor Travellers choice as the best tour in England and tenth best tour in the world. Lastly and most importantly every tour guarantees the sighting of at least a couple of very woolly Sheep!

$1,303.93
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5/5
8 h 30 mins

North York Moors Private Tour day trip incl Steam Train & Whitby

Discover Yorkshire with Greg – Your Personal Guide to the Heart of the Moors. Step aboard a truly personal, private tour of North Yorkshire with Greg, your guide for the day. Follow the itinerary or change it to your own. For between 1-7 guests, Greg offers a relaxed, friendly experience that you won’t find with larger tour operators, Greg brings the region's history and culture to life with fascinating stories and insider knowledge. The highlight of the day is a scenic heritage steam train ride from the village of Goathland—best known as Hogsmeade Station from the Harry Potter films. (included). Your day will be filled with stunning landscapes, charming villages and, of course, the breathtaking Whitby where you will enjoy some free time. Whether you're snapping photos of the rolling moors, or simply chatting with Greg about local life, you'll find this tour is as much about the journey as it is about the destination – a relaxed and engaging experience for your private group.

$617.69
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5/5
4 h

Afternoon Tour North York Moors National Park

Enjoy a scenic drive through the North York Moors National Park, a landscape of rolling heather-clad hills, quiet woodland, farms, and winding streams. Keep an eye out for the abundant wildlife, from grouse and pheasants to grazing sheep. These dramatic moorlands have inspired poets and authors for centuries — today, you can see for yourself why the scenery is so captivating.

$54.90
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5/5
4 h 30 mins

Private Half-Day North York Moors National Park Tour from York or Harrogate

This Private Tour provides the opportunity for you to get out into the countryside to enjoy the fresh air and scenic beauty of the North York Moors National Park. We will pick you up from your hotel (or other location of your choice) at 10.00am and head out of the city for a circular tour of the National Park, with stops at Byland Abbey, Helmsley and the beautiful moorland village of Rosedale Abbey. There will also be photo stops along the way. You will be able to buy food and drinks en route, but feel free to bring your own food along and we will stop somewhere suitable for you to have a picnic away from any crowds. The itinerary for this tour is flexible, talk to your Driver when you set off and we can make adjustments to suit your personal preferences. Departs 10.00am and drops off 2.30pm.

$446.08
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5/5
8 h 15 mins

Private Tour - Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 16 passengers, this Private Day Trip from York, just for your party, provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy two hours in the seaside town of Whitby and take a Steam Train ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (optional extra payable in cash on the day and no need to book ahead). You will also experience the traditional English moorland villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location). In Whitby, you will be able to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours!

$816.67
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5/5

Whitby's Historic East Side: An audio tour uncovering the east side's tales

Whitby’s historic East Side has a close affinity with the sea and this self guided audio tour provides an ideal introduction to local pastimes like fishing and rowing as well as the shipwrecks along our shore. You'll never look at the East Side in quite the same way again. You'll hear about: • Whitby’s handcrafted Lucky Ducks • Whitby's fishing heritage • The legend of the Penny Hedge • How Whitby might have inspired one of Charles Dickens' most well-known characters • The German bombardment of the town in 1914 • J. M. W. Turner's roughest sketch • The Whitby Wyrm • How to spot vampire blood I’ll point out some of the quirkiest places to have a drink along the way as well as the viewpoints most people miss. Be sure to pack your camera if you’re into photography!

$8.99
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5/5
8 h 15 mins

Private Tour - Moors, Whitby & Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from Harrogate

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 15 passengers, this Private Day Trip from Harrogate, just for your party, provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy two hours in the seaside town of Whitby and take a Steam Train ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (optional extra payable in cash on the day with no need to book ahead). You will also experience the traditional English moorland villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location). In Whitby, you will be able to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours!

$816.67
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5/5
8 h 15 mins

Private Tour - Whitby and The North York Moors Day Trip from Harrogate

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 16 passengers, this Private Day Trip from Harrogate, just for your party, provides the opportunity to spend three hours enjoying Whitby, as well as exploring the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park. You will have a full three hours of free time in the fishing port of Whitby on this trip, to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours! As well as photo stops on the moors, you will also stop at the famous Kilburn White Horse, the market town of Helmsley (with its quaint cafes, shops and medieval castle) and the beautiful, traditional English villages of Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and Lealholm (with its stepping stones across the River Esk).

$816.67
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5/5
8 h

Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.

Discover Yorkshire with Greg – Your Personal Guide to the Heart of the Moors. A truly personal, small-group tour of Nth Yorkshire with Greg, your guide for the day. With no more than 7 guests, Greg offers a relaxed, friendly experience that you won’t find with larger tour operators. Greg brings the region's history and culture to life with great stories and insider knowledge. The highlight of the day is a scenic heritage steam train ride (included) from Goathland village—famous as Aidensfield in TV's Heartbeat and Hogsmeade Station in Harry Potter. Your day will be filled with stunning landscapes, charming villages like Helmsley and Hutton-Le-Hole and, of course, the breathtaking Whitby where you will enjoy some free time. Whether you're snapping photos of the rolling moors, or simply chatting with Greg about local life, you'll feel like part of the Yorkshire family.A tour that’s as much about the journey as it is about the destination – a relaxed and engaging experience for everyone.

$122.16
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5/5
8 h 15 mins

Full-Day Whitby and The North York Moors Private Tour from York

For group sizes of up to 4, 8 or 16 passengers, this Private Day Trip from York, just for your party, provides the opportunity to spend three hours enjoying Whitby, as well as exploring the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park. You will have a full three hours of free time in the fishing port of Whitby on this trip, to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours! As well as photo stops on the moors, you will also stop at the famous Kilburn White Horse, the market town of Helmsley (with its quaint cafes, shops and medieval castle) and the beautiful, traditional English villages of Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and Lealholm (with its stepping stones across the River Esk).

$816.67
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4.9/5
9 h

Steam Trains, Whitby, and the North York Moors Full-Day Tour from York

Hotel pick up and drop off is included on this truly personal touring experience, where you'll find the smallest group size available in York: just 7 per group. The intimate group size lets you get to know your local guide, a Yorkshire native born and bred in the area, and your fellow travellers. Explore the stunning North York Moors by road and steam train, following the back roads and farm lanes through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside, enjoying photo stops and chance to jump out and enjoy the peaceful setting of the Moors. You'll visit the fabulous seaside town of Whitby, famous for its association with Captain James Cook and featured in Bram Stoker's Dracula, before boarding a steam train for a journey across the majestic North York Moors. You'll see the best of the Moors, spend time by the seaside and visit the charming railway station made famous as 'Hogsmeade Station' in the Harry Potter films.

$135.88
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4.9/5
8 h

North York Moors and Whitby Day Tour from York

Explore some of the many famous historical sites and adventure across the spectacular landscape. Here you’ll take a trip to the seaside town of Whitby once you arrive in the town you will have free time to explore historic town and enjoy the famous Fish and Chips. The first stop is Byland Abbey to visit the historic ruins, then onto the picture perfect village of Helmsley.

$76.86
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4.8/5

York City Pass Access more than 30 Attractions

Ideal for travelers looking for the flexibility to determine their own itinerary, the Visit York Pass provides access to over 30 attractions, including York Minster, York Dungeons, York's Chocolate Story and more. Don’t worry about buying individual admission tickets; instead, use the convenient and hassle-free Visit York Pass to save time on the day. The Visit York Pass also gives you discounts on hotel stays, restaurants, tours, ghost walks and more! Don’t feel limited by set itineraries and visit the attractions which appeal to you Choose from a one-day or multi-day Visit York Pass to fit your schedule Save on travel time with the included 24-hour City Sightseeing bus ticket and river cruise.

$97.58
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4.8/5
8 h 15 mins

Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York

This small-group Guided Day Trip from York provides the opportunity to explore the scenic and picturesque North York Moors National Park, enjoy more than two hours in the seaside town of Whitby and take a Steam Train ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (optional extra paid locally on the day)! You will also experience the traditional English moorland villages of Hutton-le-Hole and Goathland (Heartbeat and Harry Potter filming location) and travel back to York through the Howardian Hills, passing by Castle Howard. In Whitby, you will be able to see Whitby Abbey (inspiration for the Dracula books), visit the Captain Cook Attractions, shop for some Whitby Jet or Gothic Fashion, sample Fish & Chips from the famous Magpie Café or just enjoy the bustling port and waterfront – the choice is yours! Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group mini-coach​ tour, limited to 16 people.

$107.06
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4.8/5

Essential Whitby: Discover the town’s legends on a self-guided audio tour

It’s not easy journeying to Whitby, so it’s important to make the most of your time here. On this self-guided GPS audio tour, I'll introduce you to major local characters, engrossing legends and hidden treasures in this historic town, over a millennium in the making. Whether this is your first visit or your thirtieth, this tour is certain to make you look at Whitby in a new light. It also provides an ideal introduction to sites like the Whitby Abbey, the Captain Cook Memorial Museum and the Endeavour Experience, which you can return to at the end of the tour. On this tour, you'll hear about: • Some of the greatest voyages of exploration of all time • Why people once thought the town was infested with serpents • How Whitby jet, a gemstone, inspired the novel Dracula • An illiterate poet • Why there’s a polar bear in the town centre • Why the houses with the best views were some of the cheapest • The Hand of Glory and where to find it

$11.99
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4.6/5
120 h

5-Day York, Lake District & Hadrian's Wall Tour from Edinburgh

*Tour price includes admission to Bamburgh Castle, Cruise on Lake Windermere (45 minutes) and entrance to Vindolanda Roman Army Museum. Discover some of northern England’s most picturesque regions on this 5-day excursion from Edinburgh. With an expert driver-guide, enjoy a scenic journey along the magnificent East Lothian coastline to the historical city of York. From here, visit the breathtaking natural beauty of North York Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Dales, and then relocate to the charming market town of Keswick to explore the Lake District and Hadrian’s Wall. Numbers limited to 16 on this small-group tour, ensuring an intimate experience with personalized attention from the guide.

$1,235.30
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3.7/5

Whitby Abbey Entrance Ticket

The ruins of Whitby Abbey crown a clifftop over the historic fishing port of Whitby. The headland has hosted St Hild’s Anglo-Saxon monastery, the great medieval abbey and a Stuart mansion, and it’s long been the focus of myths and legends. You can find out more about the headland’s people and stories in the big Whitby Abbey museum, packed with objects and stories. Listening posts, peep-holes and animations tell the headland’s many tales: how St Hild turned snakes to stone, how Anglo-Saxon Caedmon became a poet, how the lost abbey bells are still heard beneath the waves, and how a real shipwreck helped inspire Dracula, which in turn has made Whitby the ‘Goth capital’ of England.

$16.28
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Writing Dracula: A Self-Guided Walk of Stoker's Whitby

Whitby‘s atmospheric cliffs and shadowy lanes provided the eerie inspiration for one of literature‘s most enduring monsters. On this atmospheric audio tour, you‘ll follow in the footsteps of Bram Stoker, exploring the very locations that sparked his imagination as he crafted Dracula during his 1890 visit to this coastal town. The self-guided tour begins at Number 6 Royal Crescent, where Stoker lodged during his fateful stay in Whitby. You‘ll stroll through the picturesque Royal Crescent gardens before making your way down to the seafront. As you walk alongside the crashing waves, across Whitby Bridge, and through narrow medieval passages, you‘ll discover how this seemingly serene fishing town with its melancholic air influenced Stoker‘s gothic masterpiece.

$8.99
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8 h

Castles Coasts and Gothic Legends

Travel beyond York on a private driven tour to the Yorkshire coast, taking in castle ruins, abbey views, gothic legends, historic towns and dramatic sea air. Starting beside York Minster, the route heads north through the countryside to Pickering Castle before continuing towards Whitby Abbey, one of Yorkshire’s most atmospheric landmarks. You’ll also have time to experience Whitby itself, with its harbour, old streets, coastal views and famous links to Dracula. From Whitby, the journey follows the coast towards Scarborough Castle before returning to York for a final stop at Clifford’s Tower. This tour is ideal for travellers who want to see more of Yorkshire without the stress of planning routes, hiring a car or joining a large coach group. It is private, flexible and story-led, with time for photographs, scenic stops and local history along the way.

$658.83
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5/5
8 h

Holy Island of Lindisfarne and Bamburgh Castle private tour

Explore the stunning Northumberland coastline on a guided tour that takes you to Bamburgh Castle and the historic Holy Island of Lindisfarne. Discover the rich Anglo-Saxon heritage at Bamburgh, once the stronghold of Northumbrian kings, and enjoy mead tastings at Lindisfarne Winery. This exclusive tour offers a private guide, allowing for personalized insights into the area’s history and culture. With free time to wander the enchanting village of Lindisfarne and the beautiful Bamburgh beach, immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Northumberland. - Duration: 8 hours with pick-up from your location - Private transportation in an SUV for comfort - Entry to Bamburgh Castle included (self-guided tour of the castle) - Guided tour of Lindisfarne village with mead tastings at Lindisfarne Winery

$259.41
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