A warm welcome to you all...
August is a busy month with many events, celebrations and festivals such as the Whitby Regatta (9-11 August) and Whitby Folk Week (1623 August) adding to the town’s vibrant tapestry of coastal charm and rich history. Many thousands of visitors are drawn to our stunning landscapes, sandy beaches, and the iconic Whitby Abbey perched dramatically on the East Cliff. They explore the picturesque harbour and the bustling streets lined with quaint shops, cafes, and traditional pubs, and of course, a visit to Whitby is not complete without a portion of Whitby fish and chips and the obligatory ice cream from the charming Neil Trillo, who plys his trade from an iconic 1968 Land Rover ice cream van (as seen on BBC’s award-winning sitcom 'Smoggie Queens'), providing a much-needed refreshing treat. For those interested in history, a visit to Whitby Abbey is essential. The ruins of this 7th-century monastery, famously associated with Bram Stoker's ‘Dracula,’ offer breathtaking views of the coastline and a glimpse into the town's past. The Captain Cook Memorial Museum further enriches the experience, celebrating the life of the famed explorer who began his maritime career in Whitby. And, as the sun sets, golden hues cast a magical glow over the town, making it the perfect backdrop for an evening stroll along pier. I am assured that there are no presentday vampires to worry about, but you never know!
In summary, Whitby in August is not just a destination; it’s an experience that encapsulates the essence of summer by the sea, blending natural beauty with cultural richness and a welcoming community spirit.
Sadly, August will pass by all too quickly, and September will be here ... We are already planning our September edition, so if you want to advertise your business or promote a local event do get in touch – our contact details are below.
Whitby artist works with residents to create stunning canvases for The Mayfield Care Home
The walls of The Mayfield care home have been transformed into a celebration of Whitby’s heritage, thanks to a collaborative art project led by local artist Hilary Thorpe.
Inspired by a workshop with residents living at The Mayfield, many of whom have spent their entire lives in Whitby, Hilary developed the idea of a large-scale art project honouring local scenery. Hilary said, ‘During one of my art workshops with the residents, we all painted patterns and colours on paper and made it into a torn paper collage. That evolved into the concept of three large collages that would reflect iconic Whitby views.’
Residents took part in regular art sessions to paint different parts of the scenes, like flowers, beach huts, and seagulls, and every contribution was incorporated into the final works, which now sit proudly on a foyer wall at The Mayfield.
About The Mayfield:
Whitby artist Hilary Thorpe
The finished panels depict:
• A view through the famous Whale Bones to the East Cliff and Abbey
• The flowers and museum at Pannett Park
• A vibrant seaside scene featuring beach huts, the pier, and a sky full of seagulls
89-year-old resident Maureen Trafford said, ‘Everyone really enjoyed participating in the art project and forming new friendships whilst doing it. The final product is the outcome of how much we all loved making it, and I think the results are amazing.’
Natalie Gill, the General Manager at The Mayfield, added, ‘This has been such a rewarding experience for our residents. Hilary’s vision allowed our residents to connect with their memories of Whitby and their creativity. The finished pieces are a beautiful addition to The Mayfield.’
You can see the residents’ Whitby-themed artwork and find out more about The Mayfield during the home’s Coffee Morning on the first Wednesday of every month. From 10:00AM, all are welcome to join the residents and staff for delicious homemade refreshments and friendly conversation.
For more information, call 01947 280888, email info@themayfield.co.uk or visit https:// themayfield.co.uk/.
The Mayfield care home in Whitby, North Yorkshire, offers 24-hour residential, dementia and respite care for up to 66 people. With ensuite bedrooms, beautiful social spaces, and landscaped gardens, The Mayfield offers an all-inclusive fee to give peace of mind to its residents and families. The Mayfield is rated 9.9 out of 10 on care home review site, careh ome.co.uk.
Monthly Recipe Summertime Salmon Florentine
A light yet luxurious summer supper — ovenroasted salmon fillets topped with a creamy spinach and mushroom sauce, delicately seasoned with garlic, white wine, and a hint of chilli. Perfect with a crisp green salad and a glass of something chilled.
Timings & Servings
Preparation: 5 mins
Cooking time: 20 mins
Serves 2
Ingredients
For the rough puff pastry:
• 2 large salmon fillets with the skin on
• 1 small onion, finely diced.
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 large garlic cloves crushed or finely chopped.
• 120g fresh spinach
• 150g mushrooms (any type but wild are great) sliced.
• 60ml cup white wine
• 170ml double cream
• Salt
• ½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)
Method
Preheat the oven to 220°C / 200°C fan / Gas mark 7, and line a small, rimmed baking sheet with greaseproof paper.
Rub the salmon fillets with a little oil and place them skin side down on the paper. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Roast the salmon in the oven for 18–25 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets — they should be just cooked through and flake easily with a fork.
While the salmon is cooking, heat the olive oil
in a large frying pan over medium heat. Gently fry the onion until soft and translucent, about 5–7 minutes. Add the garlic and mushrooms, stir well, and cook for another minute until fragrant. Add the spinach, cover the pan with a lid, and let it wilt down — this should only take a few minutes. Stir occasionally to help it along. Once the spinach has softened, pour off any excess liquid to avoid watering down the sauce. Return the pan to the heat and add the white wine. Let it bubble and reduce slightly for about a minute. Remove the pan from the heat briefly, stir in the cream, and season to taste with salt and a pinch of chilli flakes for gentle warmth. Return to a low heat and allow the sauce to heat through, stirring gently until creamy and combined.
When the salmon is done, lift it carefully onto warm plates. Spoon over the creamy spinach and mushroom mixture, allowing it to cascade down the sides of the fish. Serve immediately with a crisp green salad, new potatoes or crusty bread to mop up the sauce.
Serve with a chilled Sauvignon Blanc or a crisp Pinot Grigio – both offer bright acidity that balances the richness of the creamy spinach and mushroom sauce. If you prefer a non-alcoholic option, a sparkling elderflower and mint cooler with a splash of lemon is light, floral, and refreshing. It pairs beautifully with the summery flavours of the salmon and works well alongside a fresh green salad or light seasonal sides.
Nature’s Laboratory
A Summer of Connection, Community and Celebration
It’s been a vibrant and inspiring summer for us at Nature’s Laboratory , filled with events that brought the natural health community together across the UK. From national festivals to local gatherings, we’ve been proud to share our work, support our community, and strengthen connections. Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to.
Nature’s Laboratory at the NIMH Power of Plants Festival 2025
We were proud to be Programme Partners for the National Institute of Medical Herbalists’ Power of Plants Festival 2025 - a standout event in the herbal calendar.
Our CEO, James Fearnley joined the Opening Panel Discussion on the future of herbal medicine. It was a wide-ranging and inspiring conversation exploring research, education, funding, collective support, and how we can welcome more people into the world of herbalism—especially those traditionally on the outside.
The energy, both on stage and in the audience, was a fantastic start to a weekend full of learning, sharing and celebration. We sponsored the Research Award given at the festival and were honoured to support such a powerful event that truly reflects the passion and purpose behind herbal medicine.
Pictured: Part of the Nature’s Laboratory Team at the Power of Plants Festival
Earlier this summer, we hosted the Northern Herbalist Meet , bringing together practitioners from across the region for a brilliant day of knowledgesharing and connection.
Highlights included:
• Talks on Propolis, laboratory testing, and three-dimensional health
• Factory tours
• Herbal product tastings
• Discussions, networking and a shared lunch
Northern Herbalist Meet 2025 –Hosted at Nature’s Laboratory
We loved welcoming everyone to our home base and are already looking forward to the next one on October 9th! If you’re interested, get in touch with us.
Pictured: Some of our team with a great group of Northern Herbalists at the recent meet.
Made in Whitby Festival
Celebrating Local Makers
We also had a fantastic time at the summer Made in Whitby Festival, held at Whitby Brewery.
We connected with friends and customers, supported local stallholders, and shared our Whitby Teas, BeeVital health products, Herbal Apothecary supplements, and Sweet Cecily’s skincare. A brilliant day all round—we’re already looking forward to the Christmas festival!
Nature’s Laboratory Discovery Day –
Coming Soon
Looking ahead, we’re excited to welcome visitors to our Discovery Day on Saturday 6th September 2025 10am – 4p.m . at our research and production unit, 3B Enterprise Way, Whitby. It’s a great opportunity to join us for tours, find out how our products are made, hear about our research, meet our team, and hear talks on three-dimensional health and herbal medicine.
Everyone welcome - whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or simply curious about natural health! There’ll be free herbal tea, coffee and cake, plus free product samples to take home.
From local roots to national stages, this summer has been a celebration and a great reminder of why we do what we do. Here’s to the seasons ahead!
Join us from 10am on Saturday 6th September at Unit 3B Enterprise Way for our Discovery Day!
Discovery Day
10am - 4pm, Saturday 6th September Unit 3B, Enterprise Way, Whitby
Nature's Laboratory is lifting the lid on Natural Medicine.
I have been working to reveal the health secrets of natural products for nearly 40 years. Come & see how our global work is redefining medicine itself.
James Fearnley Founder & CEO, Nature's Laboratory
Join us for:
• Talks from 11-11:30am & 2-2:30pm on Three–Dimensional Health by CEO James Fearnley and on Herbal Medicine by our Director of Medical Herbalism Dylan Parry
• Guided Tours Throughout the Day
• Free Product Samples To Take Home
• Conversations About What Health Really Is
Please note that any freebies are offered on a first come, first served basis, we cannot guarantee enough for everybody. Times subject to change.
Research
Hear about our global research portfolio including our latest research into propolis and natural medicine. Manufacturing See how we make natural medicines, from sourcing ingredients to the finished products.
HERBALFREETEA, COFFEE & CAKE
Laboratory
Go behind the scenes in our laboratory, complete with cuttingedge analytical & research equipment.
Community Discover how we support the health of our local community, through The Dispensary and the BeeArc.
Ouch! How to deal with insect stings and bites
Summer is peak bug time, and whether we’re enjoying a walk in the countryside or a BBQ in the garden, insect bites and stings can be an unfortunate seasonal nuisance. So, let’s demystify bites and stings.
We’ll start with why bites and stings cause pain or itching? Well, when an insect bites or stings you, it introduces substances into your skin. Biting insects like mosquitoes inject saliva, which contains proteins that stop your blood from clotting while they feed. Your immune system sees these proteins as foreign invaders and releases histamine, a chemical that triggers inflammation, itching, and redness.
Stinging insects like bees and wasps inject venom. This venom can cause pain, swelling, and irritation. In some cases, it also triggers a more intense immune response, leading to more significant swelling or even allergic reactions.
Some people react more strongly than others. Local swelling is common and usually harmless, but for those with allergies, a sting can cause a condition called anaphylaxis. This is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms may include difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, a rapid heartbeat, dizziness, or a drop in blood pressure. If you or someone else experiences these symptoms, do not delay, seek emergency medical attention immediately - call 999.
However, for most bites and stings, simple home care is effective:
• Clean the area with soap and water to reduce the risk of infection.
• Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling and numb the pain.
• Avoid scratching because this can break the skin and lead to infection.
You can also use over-the-counter (OTC) treatments available from a pharmacist. If you are unsure your pharmacist can offer you advice on which products are best for you, but generally:
• Antihistamine creams (like chlorphenamine or diphenhydramine) can ease itching and reduce inflammation.
• Hydrocortisone cream (1%) can help soothe inflammation, especially in allergic-type skin reactions.
• Oral antihistamines can also be effective if the reaction is more widespread or you’re getting multiple bites.
Insect repellents and wearing long sleeves can help prevent bites in the first place, particularly in high-risk areas like woodlands or near stagnant water.
When should we seek medical help?
• If the swelling or pain is severe and spreading.
• If signs of infection are visible (e.g. pus, increasing redness, or the skin feels hot).
• If there are signs of an allergic reaction. (see the symptoms previously mentioned in this article).
• If the sting or bite is inside the mouth or near the eyes or throat.
The majority of Insect bites and stings though annoying, are usually harmless, and knowing how to treat them can keep a summer outing from being spoiled by a sting.
Foodbank4Whitby
We need your help!
With recent rises in the cost of living we are finding more people need our help. Food supplies are running low so any donation of this kind will be greatly appreciated. We would be grateful for donations of:
Tinned items:
Tomatoes • Potatoes • Ravioli
Spaghetti • Macaroni Cheese
Fray Bentos pies • Baked Beans
Fish • Meat (hot or cold)
Fruit • Custard • Rice Pudding
Packets:
Mash • Rice • Cereal • Pasta
Porridge • Instant Noodles
Sauces • Sugar • Biscuits
Products In Jars:
Pasta Sauce • Jams & Spreads
Collection points
Co-op (Whitby & Staithes), , B&M Bargains, Whitby Library, The Dispensary, Spar (Sleights), Coliseum Centre, Egton and Castleton schools and many local churches.
Contact us
Drinks:
Soft Drinks • Squash • Coffee
Milk (UHT or dried)
Hygiene & Cleaning Items:
Shower Gel • Deodorant
Shampoo • Soap
Toothpaste • Toilet Rolls
Washing Up Liquid
Multi-Surface Spray
Washing Powder
Other: Dog / Cat Food
Volunteers
We are frequently in need of people to help in a variety of roles, please contact us if you would like to help.
For further info please telephone: 07789 765696 or 07810 205014
Community Roundup
CAPTAIN COOK MEMORIAL MUSEUM, GRAPE LANE
Open daily: 9.45 am - 5.00 pm. For more information, please visit https://www. cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk or call 01947 601900.
WHITBY
MUSEUM & PANNETT ART GALLERY
Open 10am until 4:30pm Tuesday to Sunday. Last admission 4pm. Entry fee £8.50 adults (annual pass), children under 18 free, Whitby Parish residents free upon proof of address. For further information please visit www.whitbymuseum.org.uk.
Exhibitions include ‘Home, Hearth and Sunday Best’ in the Costume Gallery clothes and artefacts from 1900 to the 1950s (until 14 December), and ‘Nguru: Revisions and Reflections on Aboriginal Art’ across Whitby Museum and Pannett Art Gallery (11 Jul – 5 Oct). Licensed ‘Flock Kitchen & Coffee’ serving food coffee & cakes.
Pannett Art Gallery has an eclectic mix of 19th and 20th Century paintings, including works on loan from The Soper Collection.
WHITBY COLISEUM
Victoria Place, Whitby. YO21 1EZ. Tel: 01947 825000. Cinema, theatre, events. Internet Café. Coliseum Tea Rooms community café open Tues/ Weds 9.00am-2.30pm. Community offices, theatre & meeting rooms available for hire. Network Shop: affordable, nearly new furniture & household items (in Station Square). Walled Garden Community Volunteer Project. For more information, visit www. whitbycoliseum.co.uk, the Coliseum’s Facebook page or email info@whitbycoliseum.com.
EASTSIDE COMMUNITY HUB
Abbots Road, Whitby YO22 4EA. Tel: 01947 820999. Ample parking, facilities for group use, a kiddies play area and Calla Café. Regular activities include a range of U3A activities; ‘root to rise’ yoga; Jui-Jitsu; mesh ballet; crochet chitter chatter; languages for fun & Slimming World. For more information, check out the Hub’s Facebook page or email Hannah at eastsidecommunitycentre@gmail.com.
WHITBY LIBRARY
Windsor Terrace, Whitby. YO21 1EY. Tel: 01609 534350. More than just books – regular events include Lego & Games Clubs; Under 5s Little Bumbles Rhymetime; Under 5s Busy Bees Story Tots; Little Notes (Under 5s music sessions); IT Buddies; Citizens Advice Drop-in Thurs mornings; Age UK drop-in Fri mornings; Free legal advice Drop-In Fri afternoons; Family History research; Whitby Library Writers Group; Crafters Group; Living Well Smokefree and PANDAs (PND Awareness & Support). Our summer reading challenge has started & we have various fantastic FREE children’s events over the summer. Days & times of regular events and further information about the library can be found at https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/leisuretourism-and-culture/libraries/local-libraries/ whitby-library. Also, check out their Facebook page @UKwhitbylibrary for special weekly events and activities. Library opening times: Mon 9.30am5pm; Tues 9.30am-7pm; Thurs/Fri 9.30am-5pm; Sat 10am-1pm. Closed Wed & Sun.
WHITBY PAVILION/PAVILION THEATRE
West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3EN. Cinema, theatre, shows, events & café. For information of shows, events & cinema screenings, and tickets, call in at Whitby Pavilion, phone 01947 824770 or visit www. whitbypavilion.co.uk
LYTHE COMMUNITY SHOP & TEA GARDEN
High Street, Lythe, Whitby YO21 3RT. Tel: 01947 893983. A welcoming community shop located in the village of Lythe. General store for everyday essentials, home baking & locally sourced produce, Post Office counter and tea garden to the rear. Manned by volunteers, opening times are Mon-Sat 8.00am-4.00pm, Sun 9.00am-12 noon (Post Office counter: Mon-Sat 8.00am-12.30pm).
THE MUSTARD SEED CAFE AT WEST CLIFF CHURCH
Skinner Street, Whitby. (next to Youngs Jewellers). Friendly not-for-profit cafe, staffed by volunteers. Open Tues & Thurs 10.30am-2.00pm.
HINDERWELL COMMUNITY HUB
Delicious coffee, homemade scones, cakes, soups & lots more! Activities include Yoga; Bingo & Dominoes, Games and Quizzes; Toddlers’ Group; Men’s Walking Group; Ladies’ Crafts. Open 9.303pm daily (closed Saturday) Call 01947 841303 for further details.
WHITBY TENNIS
CLUB
Club nights Mon & Thurs 5.30pm - 8pm at Caedmon College, behind Whitby & Esk Valley Astro Turf facility. Also Sun 10am-12 noon. Current & new members welcome. Contact us via our Facebook page and come and join us! Age 18 & over only.
WHITBY PHOTOGRAPHIC
SOCIETY
New members always welcome: beginners as well as photographers of all standards wishing to improve their photographic skills & share their knowledge with others. Meetings October to May include visiting speakers, competitions and members’ presentations of their own photographic works; check the Society’s Facebook page for the summer programme.
YORKSHIRE
COUNTRYWOMENS ASSOCIATION
Meet on the second Monday each month in Church House Sleights except July & August when we enjoy a summer break with day trips to interesting venues. Next meeting Monday September 8th.
ESKMOUTH WHITBY SCOUTS – SQUIRRELS
A new section for ages 4 and 5 years old offering fun, play-based activities in a safe & inclusive environment, designed to help young children build confidence, learn new skills, and make new friends. Following on from the two taster sessions in July, a full section launch planned for September at Whitby Scout Hut, Spring Hill, Whitby. Parents and carers wishing to find out more can email Liz at Elizabeth. Till@scouts.org.uk. Eskmouth Whitby Scouts plans to expand across all Scouting age groups in the coming months. The successful open day is just the beginning of a bright future for Scouting in Whitby.
Regular Weekly Events
EVERY DAY
WHITBY WHALERS U3A. Activities throughout the week for those no longer in full-time work. Arts, languages, lectures, exercise, history, social groups and much more. Visit https://whitby.u3asite.uk
EVERY MONDAY
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS Hawsker & Stainsacre Parish Hall 7pm. First lesson free; £4 pounds thereafter. Contact John 07434 833540.
Community Roundup
WHITBY YOUTH CLUB. Games, music, arts & crafts, food, chat & chill. 50p per session – first session free! For School Year 7+. Mondays 6.30-8.30pm (term time only) at Flowergate Hall, Whitby YO21 3BA.
WHITBY BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU CLUB. Mondays 6.158pm at the Eastside Centre, YO22 4EA. All levels & abilities welcome. First session is free; £5 thereafter. Club Gi’s available to use. Contact Rob 07795 057267.
EVERY TUESDAY
COFFEE, CAKE & COMPANY Tuesday 10.30-12 at St Hilda’s Church, West Cliff. A warm welcome awaits friends old and new.
COLISEUM TEA ROOMS now open Tuesdays at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby from 9.00am to 2.30pm.
BADMINTON, SHORT TENNIS & ...PICKLEBALL! A friendly over 50s group meets Tuesdays 1.00pm – 3.00pm at Whitby Leisure Centre. New players welcome – just £4 per person.
WHITBY JETS BASKETBALL TRAINING Term time only at Whitby Leisure Centre. New players welcome. Mixed 7–11-year-olds 4:20pm - 5:20pm; Boys 12-18 year-olds 5:20pm - 6:45pm. See Whitby Jets Facebook page for details or email whitbyjetsbasketball@gmail.com
PILATES AT THE COLISEUM CENTRE, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. Tel: 01947 825000 for further details. NB No class Tues 19 Aug due to Folk Week events at the Coliseum.
‘SINGING FOR THE BRAIN’ – an Alzheimer’s Society initiative for people living with dementia and their carers held at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ 1.30pm-3.00pm. Admission: £2 per person inc. refreshments. For more information call 01947 825000 or email info@whitbycoliseum. com. NB No class Tues 19 Aug due to Folk Week events at the Coliseum.
EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY
WEEKLY ART SESSIONS at Unit 2, Station Road (past the Village Hall) Tuesdays 2-4pm; Thursdays 6.308.30pm. Art materials supplied and advice given in an informal, friendly and inclusive session. Robin Hood’s Bay Studio & Gallery. Contact rhbarty@gmail.com.
EVERY WEDNESDAY
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN at the Captain Cook Museum, Grape Lane, Whitby every Wednesday throughout August. Storytime for ages 0-5 with Clair Stones from 11:30 to 12 noon, followed by workshops for children aged 5+ at 12 noon, 1.00pm, 2.00pm and
3.00pm. For more details and to book, visit www. cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk or call 01947 601900.
SPANISH COURSES (various levels) at the Eastside Centre Wednesday evenings. Free “tasters” available. Call Alison on 07986 534709.
WELCOME WEDNESDAY for people living with dementia & those that support them at the Coliseum, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm. Suggested donation: £3 per person. Activities, cakes & hot drinks. Call Dementia Forward 03300 578592 or email: info@dementiaforward.org. uk for more details. NB No class Weds 20 Aug due to Folk Week events at the Coliseum.
COLISEUM TEA ROOMS at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby from 9am to 2.30pm. Great food, affordable prices. Includes The Friends of the Coliseum Lunch Club 11.30am-1.30pm, a twocourse hot meal for Whitby residents. Enquiries & bookings 01947 825000. NB Not Weds 20 Aug due to Folk Week events at the Coliseum.
CITIZENS ADVICE every Wednesday afternoon at Yorkshire Building Society, Flowergate, Whitby. Call 01947 458838 to book a free & confidential appointment.
WHITBY BRAZILIA N JIU-JITSU CLUB New NoGi class 6.15-8pm at Whitby’s Eastside Centre, YO22 4EA. For further details, contact Rob 07795 057267.
TARGET ARCHERY. Whitby Archers meet outdoors on Eskdale Field 6.30-9:00pm every Wednesday April - September. For information visit https:// whitbyarchers.co.uk/Home.html or email info@ whitbyarchers.co.uk to join us!
EVERY WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & SUNDAY
MARSKE & LOFTUS BADMINTON CLUB at Loftus Cricket & Athletic Club, 7pm till late. New members welcomefirst night is free. Contact Paul on 07702 756669.
EVERY THURSDAY
ITALIAN COURSES (various levels) at The Penny Hedge Pub, Stainsacre Lane 2-4.30pm. Free “tasters” available. Call Alison on 07986 534709.
NORTH YORKSHIRE CITIZENS ADVICE & LAW CENTRE’S WHITBY DROP-IN SERVICE at Whitby Library from 10am – 1pm. For more information and advice, visit https://www.cany.org.uk/ or call 0808 278 7900. COMMUNITY CAFÉ every Thursday at St. Matthew’s Church, Grosmont 10.30 – 2.30pm. Sandwiches, toasties, soup & homemade cakes. Parent and Toddler Play Space 1.30 - 2.30pm during the Community Café.
WHITBY BADMINTON CLUB at Fyling Hall School, Robin Hood’s Bay, Thurs 7.30-9.30pm. Four courts, new players welcome. Free “taster” night. Full details from Walter 01947 602938 or Carole 01947 600746. Runs until end April 2025.
EVERY FRIDAY
WARM WELCOME FRIDAYS 11am - 1pm (Term time only) Green Lane Centre. Join us for a friendly cuppa, chat, free drinks and snacks. All welcome. Free parking. Accessible. Contact whitbyglcc@ gmail.com or Green Lane Community Connections Facebook page for more info.
EVERY SATURDAY
WHITBY WALKING GROUP. Start various locations. Approx. 10 miles. Visitors welcome. For further details, please e-ail: rogercrowther@talktalk.net or call 07792 569441.
THE CINDER TRACK PARKRUN. A free, weekly, timed 5k walk/jog/run at 9:00am every Saturday starting Whitby Sixth Form site. Open to all ages & abilities. Register for FREE at https://www.parkrun.org.uk/ thecindertrack/ August
FRIDAY 1 AUGUST
LUNCHTIME CONCERT 11:45am at St John the Evangelist, Brunswick St Whitby. Jonathan Parkin: ‘Echoes of España’. Solos for Classical Guitar by Salvador, Camahori, Rodrigo, Albèniz and Tárrega. Entry free; retiring collection.
ZAK PARLBY QUARTET FEATURING SAM HUGHES at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Starts 19:30. Tickets £5.
WHITBY LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB YORKSHIRE DAY CELEBRATIONS at the Saxonville Hotel. 12 for 12:30pm. A three-course meal followed by a talk from Whitby Street Angels. Cost £25. Call Clair 01947 604451 to book. Visitors welcome.
CELEBRATING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF ST MATTHEW’S CHURCH, Grosmont. Parish Tea 5pm and talk ‘Grosmont on Old Pictures’. starts 7pm. Food by RSVP advance only - contact Community Café, Grosmont Co-op or email whin74@yahoo. co.uk. Talk is admission free.
SATURDAY 2 AUGUST
FOREVER YOUNG LIVE MUSIC celebrating the music of Bob Dylan at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB from 13:00. Free entry.
WHITBY FOSSILS DAY 10am-4pm at Whitby Museum and Whitby Bookshop. Bring your fossil for identification, Dinosaur drawing and book signing
Community Roundup
with artist & author James McKay, Fossil handling, sneaky peeks in the fossil store and more. Normal museum admission applies.
SATURDAY 2 – SUNDAY 3 AUGUST
DIPPY CRAFT FAIRS return to Whitby Pavilion from 9:30am to 4:30pm for another fabulous Quality Craft Fair. Around 60 amazing stalls are expected. Sea view Café. Free entry. Dogs welcome.
SUNDAY 3 AUGUST
SUMMER FAIR at St Matthew’s Church, Grosmont 11am-3pm. Grand draw, tombola, models, bric-abrac, toys, jewellery, homemade jams. Refreshments served. Family history gravestone tour 1:00 pm. Prize draw 3:00 pm.
THURSDAY 7 AUGUST
DEMENTIA FRIENDLY COMMUNITY MEETING Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. Starts 2pm. A voluntary group to improve services. Further details from the Coliseum 01947 825000.
‘18TH CENTURY NAVIGATION TECHNIQUES’ LECTURE BY CHRIS NEEDHAm at the Captain Cook Museum, Grape Lane, Whitby. More details at https://www. cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk.
FORTNIGHTLY QUIZ at the Crossing Club, Front St, Grosmont YO22 5QE on Thursdays from 8.30pm.
FRIDAY 8 AUGUST
HINDERWELL SHOW at the Show Ground, Hinderwell Lane, TS13 5HR 11am - 6pm. A great family day out with lots to see and do. Bar, food stalls, children’s activities and much more! Ample parking available. Entry £6 adult, £3 child or £15 family ticket (2 adults/2 children). Under 5’s free.
LUNCHTIME CONCERT 11:45am at St John the Evangelist, Brunswick St, Whitby. Sarah King: ‘Dances & Romances’ for Violin & Piano. Svendsen, Bartok, Tchaikovsky, Monti, Perlman. Entry free; retiring collection.
FRIDAY 8 AUGUST-SUNDAY 10 AUGUST
THE 39 STEPS WHITBY AMATEUR DRAMATIC SOCIETY PRODUCTION at Whitby Pavilion Theatre. 7:30pm each evening. Tickets £12 (£5 U16) from Whitby Pavilion box office (in person or call 01947 824770) or www.whitbypavilion.co.uk
SATURDAY 9 AUGUST
FREE 3D CERAMIC WORKSHOP for Young Artists aged 11-17 years at Fyling Hall School 10am-12 noon. Transport provided if needed. Students don’t need to have done any ceramic work before. Just 20 places available. Email whitbyrotaryarts@gmail.com for further details and to book.
SATURDAY 9 – MONDAY 11 AUGUST
WHITBY REGATTA WEEKEND A full weekend of entertainment, yacht and rowing races, finishing with a spectacular firework display. For more information, please visit https://www. whitbyregatta.co.uk. Whitby Regatta is entirely funded by public donation All donations on the day and via the website gratefully received.
SUNDAY 10 AUGUST
REGATTA FAMILY FUN RUN. 4km & 2 km. Registration: Crescent Gardens from 8:30am. Starts 10am. Adults: £6, U16: £4. See Whitby Running Club’s Facebook page for more details.
WEDNESDAY 13 AUGUST
‘FASHION THROUGH THE AGES’ THEMED TEA DANCE at the Royal Hotel, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3HT 2.004.30pm. £3 entry includes tea/coffee & biscuits. Come dressed in your favourite fashion from yesteryear! (optional). Proceeds to Whitby Lifeboats.
COASTAL PAINTING IN GOUACHE - Whitby Art Society invite you to an evening with Bruce Mulcahy 7.00pm - 9.00pm at The Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place. All welcome - members free; £4 guests. For more details, please visit www.whitbyartsociety.org
THURSDAY 14 AUGUST
GHOST STORIES BY CHARLES DICKENS AND BRAM
STOKER read by Robert Lloyd Parry at St Ninian’s Church, Baxtergate at 7.30pm. Pay what you like at the end of the performance.
FRIDAY 15 AUGUST
VJ DAY SCREENING of VE and VJ day film from the Yorkshire Film Archive in the Whitby Museum Library & Archive 10am-4pm. Film screening on loop. Normal admission applies.
LUNCHTIME CONCERT 11:45am at St John the Evangelist, Brunswick St. Whitby. Jenny Hill, Soprano & Veronica Carolan, Piano. English Song: ‘A Day in the Life.’
DODGY JAMMERS. AN EVENING OF LIVE MUSICjazzy melodies to soulful blues from 7:30pm at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.
CURIOSITIES OF THE NORTH YORK MOORS by Jane Ellis at St Matthew’s Church, Grosmont. A talk including a selection of photographs illustrating the unique way of moors life which survives to this day. Starts 7pm. Tickets £3.
Community Roundup
SATURDAY 16 AUGUST
GOATHLAND FARMERS MARKET 10am-2pm at the Goathland Community Hut, YO22 5LY. Lots of great local businesses selling food, drink and more! All welcome.
DAVID GAMWELL LIVE MUSIC – celebrating the songs of the 50s & 60s at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB from 12:45pm. Free entry.
STRAWBERRY CREAM TEA Hinderwell Village Hall from 2 30 - 4.00pm, cost £5.00 per person. Cake stall, tombola and raffle. Proceeds to St Hilda’s Church.
SATURDAY 16 AUGUST TO FRIDAY 22 AUGUST
WHITBY FOLK WEEK. The annual festival of song, dance and storytelling with daily workshops, concerts, ceilidhs, dances, sessions, talks, presentations and more across the town. For more information, visit https://www.whitbyfolk.co.uk or www.facebook.com/whitbyfolkweek
SUNDAY 17 AUGUST
WHITBY JETS BASKETBALL ADULT SCRIMMAGE SESSION. Third Sunday of every month 2pm3:30pm at Whitby Leisure Centre. For age 16 & above. New players welcome. Cost: £5. See Whitby Jets Facebook page for details or email whitbyjetsbasketball@gmail.com
TUESDAY 19 AUGUST
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT CAFÉ at Calla Café, Eastside Community Hub. Third Tuesday of every month 11am - 12.30pm. A group for people living with Parkinson’s and their partners/friends to meet and chat over a coffee. More information from Parkinson’s UK 020 796 33 666 or email Rebecca rcraft@parkinsons.org.uk.
THURSDAY 21 AUGUST
FORTNIGHTLY QUIZ at the Crossing Club, Front St, Grosmont YO22 5QE on Thursdays from 8.30pm.
SUNDAY 24 AUGUST
WHITBY BABIES & TOTS: SUNDAY STAY AND PLAY. A once-a-month session at The Green Lane Centre, Whitby 10:30-11:30am. For babies & children up to 5 years old. Check out our Facebook page for more details & future dates.
MONDAY 25 AUGUST
PIANO RECITAL Peter Lyth plays classical piano pieces, including Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Mendelssohn & Satie. at Honeybee Nest Hall (next to Castle House), Botton Village, near Danby. Starts 3pm. Refreshments afterwards. Proceeds to Esk Valley Camphill Trust.
FRIDAY 29 AUGUST
LUNCHTIME CONCERT 11:45am at St John the Evangelist, Brunswick St. Whitby. Simon Conning, Piano: The Complete Chopin Preludes. Entry free; retiring collection.
JAZZ & TUNES FRIDAY with Alastair Laurence & accompanying band. From12:30 at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.
PIANO CONCERT with Susan Collier at St Matthew’s Church, Grosmont. Starts 7pm. A. mix of music from film themes to contemporary classical pieces. Donations entry towards Yorkshire Air Ambulance.
FRIDAY 29 – SATURDAY 30 AUGUST
PIRATE FESTIVAL at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Tickets £5. See www. eighteen91.co.uk for more detals
SATURDAY 30 AUGUST
TRIVIA NIGHT: THE GROSMONT CHALLENGE. Quiz at St Matthews’s Church, Grosmont raising funds for Grosmont Co-op. 7pm-9pm. £10 per team (maximum 4), £2.50 individual. First & last prize. Raffle, pay bar & puddings.
SATURDAY 30 AUGUST – SUNDAY 31 AUGUST
HMS WEEKEND at the Captain Cook Museum, Grape Lane. Discover seafaring life with the Historical Maritime Society.
SATURDAY 30 AUGUST
TABLE TOP SALE at Church House, Flowergate, Whitby 10am-4pm. Dalewood Trust tombola, RNLI stall, and lots more. All welcome.
YORKSHIRE LOFT LADDERS, QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST!
These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.
The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Mark Hodson explains:
‘Our watchwords are Quality, Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford.
Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles. At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’
So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or small, call Mark on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!
Prize Crossword
Win all three books of Grandad’s Fables for Children.
To find out more about this fantastic prize please check out our Good Reads feature page by turning to page 40
Here's how you can join our crossword competition!
Simply complete the crossword then rearrange the marked letters to form the answer to the following clue: You should watch your step on Church Street (7)
How to enter...
Please email the mystery hidden word(s), with your full name, address and telephone number to: crosswords@whitbyadvertiser.co.uk
Alternatively you can post your entry to us at the following address: Whitby Advertiser PO Box 120 Whitby, YO21 3ED
Deadline for this month's crossword is 31st August.
Winners & grid solutions
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Across
1 Prejudiced (6)
4 Whiten, decolour (6)
7 Maritime, used on the ocean (8)
8 Spring blooming shrub which is part of the Rhododendron genus (6)
9 Particle (4)
10 Shortcrust, flaky or puff (6)
Down
1 Church official (6)
2 Warning devices (6)
3 Delicate, fragile (6)
4 Married to two people at the same time (6)
5 Mistake in print (6)
6 Shrub with waxy scented flowers (8)
9 Bowed structure (4)
11 Large South American snake (8)
12 Every twelve months (6)
14 Socially awkward (6)
17 Daredevil (6)
20 Silly, daft, foolish, or clumsy person (4)
21 Ceramic artist (6)
22 Items of jewellery (8)
23 Person who looks after others (6)
24 Abrupt (6)
13 Welsh name (4)
15 Oxen and cows (6)
16 A place or means of going out(6)
17 dancing, type of folk dancing. (6)
18 Stretched out the body or neck to see better (6)
19 Toxic substance (6)
BEDLINGTON
Good Reads
Grandad’s Fables for Children by David Bradley.
Whitby author and former Eskdale School headmaster, David Bradley, has recently selfpublished a collection of three children’s fables. The fables were inspired by David’s love of nature, and family walks in the Littlebeck valley. The family's wonderful border collie Pepsi would go on these walks and notice all the birds and animals – the fables feature some of these animals with their human characteristics, and all have a distinct moral.
The fables are set in the 1950s, ‘a simpler time before mobile phones, artificial intelligence and electric cars; a time of red telephone boxes, steam trains and milk churns’ David explains at the beginning of his first fable, Grandad’s First Fable: The Owl and the Squirrel. This fable is set in Falling Foss, one of David’s favourite areas for its woodland trails, rustic glades and of course the
magnificent Falling Foss waterfall, and features Winston the Owl and Cyril the Squirrel.
Grandad’s Second Fable; A Heron and Two Frogs tells the story of Harry the Heron, and two frogs, Fred and Freda, who find themselves in trouble when Fred falls into a milk churn in Ugglebarnby. Winston the Owl features again, as he does in the third book Grandad’s Third Fable: Albie the Sparrow which sees a return to Falling Foss, where he joins another owl, Barney as well as Walter Woodpecker and Alfie, a white albino sparrow. The stories are beautifully illustrated by local artist Alison Hutchinson and are targeted the 4 to 9 years old age range, to be read by an adult. Each story takes 12- 14 minutes to read and have also been recorded using a narrative voice and a variety of character voices for each of the animals - simply scan the QR code in the books to access the recording.
All three fables are available at the Whitby Shop on Church Street, Holmans, The Little Fox bookshop and the Tourist Information Centre, price just £3.99 each.
The Adventures of Pandora Pettigrew Puss Wuss 4
by June McCleave.
Puss Wuss and Kaya the Bush Kangaroo is the fourth story about Puss Wuss, the very pampered Persian cat who lives in The Magical Moorland Manor in Groatland with her Mummy, Mrs. Pomeroy Pilkington Puce. Puss Wuss simply loves adventures, and in this latest story, Kaya the Bush Kangaroo, who has relatives at Kanga Park near Thirsk, sails into Whitby aboard The Endeavour. It’s another story full of action and adventures, including exciting chases to avoid capture by The Whitby Animal Welfare Team and a flight in a glider to Kanga Park!
June McCleave is a local retired schoolteacher, and every penny raised from the sales of her The Adventures of Pandora Pettigrew Puss Wuss books
go to Newcastle and Edinburgh universities for their ground-breaking research into a cure for blood cancer sufferers. June’s son, Peter, has been battling multiple myeloma for the last six years and has set up a charity called ’10,000 Donors’.
Children from around the age of 8 will love reading about Puss Wuss’s latest adventures in this beautifully illustrated book, available from local bookshops and online from Amazon - you can also win a copy by answering the following question: What famous historical figure discovered Sydney harbouronawalkfromBotanyBay?
Email your answer along with your name, address and contact number to competitions@ whitbyadvertiser.co.uk, or post to Whitby Advertiser, PO Box 120, Whitby YO21 3ED.
Closing date for entries is 31 August.
Puzzle Time
Word Search
anemone
barnacle
clam coral
crab
crustacean
gastropod
kelp
krill
langouste
laver
Can you find these ocean dwelling life forms?
limpet manatee
murex
orca
oyster
plankton
scallop
shark
squid
starfish
volute
Sudoku Challenge
True Or False?
Which one of these statements is a true fact and which one is completely made up?
The Jatear is a breed of Peruvian cat that has partially illuminus fur. Bees can recognise and differentiate between human faces.
Spot The Difference
walrus whelk
Can you spot the 10 differences?
Garden View Astrantias - The quiet star of a cottage garden
If you've ever wandered through a traditional English cottage garden in midsummer, chances are you've caught sight of astrantias - those charming, understated flowers that quietly hold their own among the showier blooms. Also known as masterworts or the rather quaint “Hattie’s pincushion,” these perennials are the perfect blend of beauty and practicality. With their starry, pincushion-style blooms in shades from soft white to dusky pink and deep ruby, they’re a treat for the eye - and for the bees and butterflies, too!
Astrantias bloom their hearts out from June right through to August, giving us gardeners a generous season of colour, not to mention plenty of nectar for our insect friends. They’re absolutely brilliant for shady spots, especially those damp, awkward corners where other plants might sulk. Moisture-retentive soil is their sweet spot, but don’t worry if your patch is on the drier side - they'll still do well with regular watering and a good mulch.
Speaking of soil, astrantias are fans of the rich stuff: well-rotted manure, home-made compost, or leaf mould worked into the ground before planting. Pop the plant into a prepared hole, firm
Astrantias are ideal for shady spots.
it in, and water generously. Keep up the watering through the first summer, especially if your soil’s particularly free-draining. Once settled, they’re pretty self-sufficient, and wonderfully resistant to slugs and snails, which is a real bonus in my own garden!
If you want to encourage a second flush of flowers (and who wouldn’t?), cut them back after their first round of blooming. Give them a proper haircut again in autumn or early spring to keep them looking tidy.
Astrantias can be divided in spring. Lift a clump, gently prise it apart with your hands or a fork and replant the sections right away. If you’ve got the patience, they can also be grown from seed - either collected from your own plants or from a packet under cover in spring.
Astrantias are mostly trouble-free, though occasionally powdery mildew can be an issue. Keep them healthy with plenty of water and mulch and bin any mildewy leaves in autumn. For varieties, try ‘Roma’ for soft pink blooms, ‘Venice’ for a dramatic ruby red, or ‘Hadspen Blood’ if you’re after something truly striking. For a lighter look, ‘Buckland’ and ‘Alba’ are gentle on the eye and lovely in a pastel scheme. In all, astrantias are reliable, romantic, and ridiculously easy to grow - a real cottage garden treasure.
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