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Whitby’s whale bone arch removed ahead of bronze replica replacement

The famous jaw bone has marked the North Yorkshire town’s whaling heritage for nearly 25 years.

Evening Standard · Sep 1

Giant 746lb bluefin tuna caught off Yorkshire coast after nearly 90 years as scientists reveal why species is returning to UK waters near Whitby, where 851lb British record was set in 1933

A giant 746lb (338kg) Atlantic bluefin tuna has been caught off the Yorkshire coast, around 10 miles from Whitby, after nearly 90 years. Scientists say warming seas, recovering fish stocks and tighter fishing controls may be behind the species’ return. The catch comes near Whitby, where an 851lb British record…

The Times of India · Aug 19

This seaside town is home to some of Britain’s strangest attractions

In search of the country’s weirdest corners, Christopher Dorrell finds ghostly apparitions and vengeful fairies in Whitby

The Independent UK · Jan 13

TV presenter Stacey Dooley reveals a nun convinced her to have her baby

The 38-year old journalist spoke candidly about her journey into motherhood saying it was inspired by a visit to a convent in Whitby.

Evening Standard · Mar 21, 2025

The unexpected UK seaside town having a winter tourist boom

Which towns have seen a boost in bookings thanks to winter holidaymakers?

The Independent UK · Jan 10, 2025

It took me years to capture my dramatic photo of sunrise over Whitby Harbor

Photo of the Day: Multiple early-morning visits to Whitby's West Pier over the years eventually paid dividends, thanks to this striking sunrise

Digital Camera World · Nov 14, 2024

The 16 most haunted places in the UK to visit this Halloween, from Whitby Abbey to Pluckley Village

These UK castles, stately homes and small villages all have a dark side, with unexplained chills, scary ghouls and things that go bump in the night

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2024

The Whitby Rebels review – true-life tale of madcap mission to the Arctic

Stephen Joseph theatre, ScarboroughAn unlikely crew, including a vicar and two pensioners, sail a dodgy ship on a voyage to honour an explorer. But the sitcom setup fails to deliver much comedy or sense of quest

The Guardian - UK · Oct 23, 2024

Shuck and awe: The best places to eat oysters across the UK

Forget the myth that oysters should only be eaten by the sea. As native oyster season begins, Hannah Twiggs rounds up the finest restaurants from Cornwall to Scotland where you can indulge in the freshest, most delicious oysters – whether raw, baked or tempura-battered

The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2024

Does this float your boat? Replica of Captain Cook's Endeavour for sale for £2 million

The boat is one of two existing replicas of The Endeavour in the world, and is currently run as a tourist attraction in Whitby

Evening Standard · Sep 5, 2024