133. Whitby - UK

 Whitby is an old fishing village in the north east of England, where, supposedly, Dracula landed in England. Its main landmark is a ruin of an Abbey on the top of a hill originally built as a christian monastery before Henry VIII confiscated its possessions, and the building itself, in the 16th century.

We had a very comfortable Air B&B on a farm just out of the village which, after spending a few weeks in busy areas, was a blessing to have some peace and quiet.

The Abbey is now being looked after by 'English Heritage', which translates to "it now costs a lot to get close to it". Where I took this photo was 40 pounds cheaper than two steps closer!

A view from the Abbey looking down on Whitby and its port.







The graveyard with the headstones facing the sea.


After 3 days, we were off to our next sit up north in Corbridge, Northumberland.


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  1. AnonymousJuly 14, 2025 at 8:59 AM

    The photos look amazing, stay safe, happy and healthy while you keep doing what you both love 👍🥰🐕🧭🧳 Mario and Jane 🇦🇺

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  2. AnonymousJuly 15, 2025 at 1:08 AM

    Nice Abbey. Coat of paint...good as new...US

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  3. Mary Lawrence July 15, 2025 at 6:11 AM

    Wow! Look at all that incredible old architecture! Looks like an amazing village. Are you guys ever returning? 🤣

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