- Whitby Abbey can claim to be the place where our English Easter was born, as it was here in 664AD that the Synod of Whitby agreed to follow the system that we use to this day to decide when Easter falls. But there’s more to this evocative ruin than eggs, bunnies and theological small print.
- Whitby has inspired creative spirits from the 7th century poet-monk Caedmon to the 19th century novelists Elizabeth Gaskell and Bram Stoker, as well as contemporary chiller-writer G.P. Taylor. Read more about Whitby Abbey’s role as an inspiration for authors and poets in Whitby Abbey: Pure Inspiration. Available from Whitby Abbey’s gift shop and from online retailers it is the perfect companion for a visit to this ancient Gothic place of worship.
- In May, visitors will get the chance to visit the Abbey at twilight (in conjunction with The Museums at Night) for a unique evening perspective (Fri 13 – Sat 14 May).
- The knights of the realm prepare to battle in Courtly Combat at the end of May n a Tournament of Foote (Sat 28 – Mon 30 May).
- Are you brave enough to hear tales of torture, and face your punishment in the stocks this summer with Time Travellers GO… Gruesome and Gruesome Weekends (Sat 23 Jul – Mon 29 Aug weekends only) throughout the summer at Whitby Abbey?
- Spectacular creatures of the night, gather round Whitby Abbey in October half term (Thu 22 – Sun 30 Oct) for frightening fun with Time Travellers Go…Ghosts and Ghouls. Enjoy costumed storytelling, creepy crafts, and spooky activities. If you are brave, fearless and daring, join us after dark on a Gothic Ghost tour of the Abbey (Fri 28 – Sat 29 Oct).
Why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages.
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