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See full prices and opening timesEscape the traffic and travel to Whitby Abbey by train, bus or bicycle and be rewarded with 20% off your walk-up ticket. Show your bus or train ticket, or bike helmet, at the point of purchase to receive your discount. English Heritage are working with Good Journey to encourage sustainable travel to Whitby Abbey, click here to find out more and for help planning your route.
On Thursday 26 May 2022, we marked the 125th anniversary of Bram Stoker's iconic novel, Dracula, by breaking the record for the Largest Gathering of People Dressed as Vampires with 1,369 vampires!
We were delighted that so many people embraced the idea and came together at Whitby Abbey, a major inspiration for Dracula, to celebrate the anniversary.
If you'd like to visit the abbey and learn more about the origins of Dracula, follow the link below.
Book your ticketIn 2019 we invested almost £1.6 million to transform Whitby Abbey and celebrate the history of this iconic landmark.
Explore 3,000 years of history in the new permanent exhibition with dramatic displays of unique objects and an interactive guide.
You will also be able to enjoy new improved facilities, making sure you get the most out of your visit.
Learn moreThe project kicked off by replacing the storm-ravaged roof from 2018 and 2021. We upgraded to ultra-sustainable steel from France, made entirely from recycled materials and 100% recyclable after a century.
We installed 28 cutting-edge PV solar panels, reducing our power bills by half and paying for themselves within five years. To prepare for a 30% increase in rainfall, we fitted larger downpipes.
To protect against intensifying storms, we added lightning protection for our valuable collection. We also carried out crucial conservation work using the rare scaffold.
In just six months and at a cost of £550k, we've future-proofed our building with sustainable innovation and eco-friendly upgrades.