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Whitby Abbey

Whitby Abbey, one of Britain's best loved attractions is a magnificent reminder of the early church's power and dedication. A visit to this iconic gothic ruin in the famous seaside town, is a must when visiting the Yorkshire coast, where generations have been drawn to this dramatic headland as a site of settlement, religious devotion and literary inspiration.

 

Delve deep into the Abbey's 2,000 year history with archaeological discoveries on show in the museum and fly through time in the interactive visitor centre which brings the history of the Abbey to life. Discover the stories of the formiddable royal princess, Abbess Hild, through to Bram Stoker's Dracula. Enjoy magnificent views of the picturesque harbour town and why not picnic in the beautiful, serene surroundings. The trip up the 199 steps is worth the effort!

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This summer visitors are invited to submit stories that draw their inspiration from Whitby Abbey. For information about how to enter the competition please visit the Pure Inspiration Competition pages. Keep up to date with Whitby Abbey on Twitter
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