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Summer in full swing!
And so August arrives, bringing warm days, busy streets and the unmistakable feeling that summer has reached its height.
This is the month when Whitby is at its liveliest. Visitors flock to our beautiful coastline, the beaches are filled with families having fun and the harbour is alive with pleasure boats and fishing charters. There’s a special atmosphere about Whitby in August that’s hard to beat.
August is most certainly a month for events and traditions. Two of the defining ones are the everpopular Whitby Regatta and Whitby Folk Week. The Regatta continues a tradition that has entertained generations with a wonderful mix of sporting events, family attractions and spectacular fireworks on the final evening, while Folk Week fills the town with traditional music and dance. Whether you’re a lifelong folk enthusiast or simply enjoy soaking up the atmosphere, Folk Week brings Whitby’s streets, pubs and venues to life with warmth, laughter and an unmistakable sense of community.
Many villages around the town celebrate their annual shows in August, including Hinderwell and Egton. These much-loved traditional events remain an important part of our rural heritage, bringing communities together and celebrating everything from local crafts and produce to horticulture, farming and a little friendly competition. Of course, August isn’t only about organised events. It’s also the perfect time to enjoy life’s simpler pleasures. A stroll along the pier, fish &
Photograph by Peter Cooper
chips overlooking the harbour, an ice cream on the promenade, or simply sat somewhere watching the world go by. Little wonder so many people return to Whitby year after year.
September is not too far away so now is the perfect time to plan ahead. If you would like to advertise your business or event in our September issue, please do get in touch—we would love to hear from you.
And now, that’s quite enough from me — here’s hoping August brings plenty of sunshine, sea air and memories to last long after summer has gone.
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Cheesy gravy chips Monthly Recipe
Inspired by the Canadian dish poutine from Quebec, this easy version is topped with mozzarella and gravy and is the ultimate comfort food.
Ingredients
• 3-4 large floury potatoes, preferably Maris piper
• 4 tbsp vegetable oil
• 300ml/10fl oz chicken stock
• 300ml/10fl oz beef stock
• 3 tbsp cornflour
• 2 tbsp salted butter, diced into small cubes
• 200g/7oz mozzarella (or cheese curds)
• salt
Method
Step One. Preheat the oven to 200C Fan/Gas 7. Slice your potatoes into chips (about the thickness of your index finger) and place them in a bowl of cold water to soak for 2-3 minutes.
Step Two. Rinse the potatoes to remove any excess starch, then place them in a large saucepan and cover with cold, heavily salted water. Bring the water to the boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for a further 7-10 minutes until tender but not falling apart.
Step Three. Carefully drain the potatoes in a colander, then place them in a single layer on a wire rack. Suspend this over the saucepan youʼve just used and cover with a tea towel. Leave to steam-dry for 10 minutes.
Step Four. Meanwhile, add the oil to a large baking tray and place in the oven to heat for 5-10 minutes or until hot.
Step Five. When the oil is hot, carefully remove the tray from the oven and tip the chips into it, giving them one little mix so they get coated in the hot oil ‒ the oil should sizzle when the dry potatoes are added. Return the tray to the oven for 45 minutes or until golden and crispy all over. Halfway through cooking, turn the chips so that all the sides have the opportunity to crisp up.
Step Six. While the chips are cooking, make your gravy. Add both stocks to a saucepan and bring to the boil, then reduce the liquid by half. This should take around 5 minutes.
Step Seven. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornflour with 2 tablespoons of water. Turn down the heat on the reduced stock, then whisk in the cornflour and the diced butter. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step Eight. To serve, stack your chips high, tear up your mozzarella (if using cheese curds leave them as they are) and pile on top. Pour over your hot, thick gravy and dig in.
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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.
Advertiser Living
What is your pet really thinking?
For many owners, pets have always felt like individuals with their own personalities, quirks and habits. Some dogs are endlessly sociable, others anxious or stubborn. Some cats crave attention, while others seem happiest ruling the house from a distance.
Now, a growing industry is attempting to explain why. Across the UK, more owners are turning to DNA testing, behavioural analysis and personalised health assessments to better understand the animals they live with.
What was once largely guesswork is becoming increasingly data-driven, offering insights into breed history, inherited traits, health risks and even behavioural tendencies.
Beyond the breed guess
One of the biggest drivers behind the trend is canine DNA testing. Originally popular among rescue owners curious about their dog’s background, these kits have expanded rapidly in recent years.
A simple saliva sample can now reveal detailed breed breakdowns, inherited characteristics and, in some cases, genetic markers linked to health conditions. For mixed-breed dogs especially, the results can be surprisingly complex.
Owners often discover that a pet’s behaviour suddenly makes far more sense. A dog that constantly digs, guards toys or demands endless exercise may be displaying instincts tied to breeds hidden deep within its DNA.
Far from being a novelty, many owners find the information genuinely useful when it comes to training, exercise and daily care.
Understanding behaviour
Alongside genetics, behavioural profiling has become increasingly common. Trainers and pet specialists now look more closely at factors such as energy levels, confidence, sensitivity and social behaviour to build tailored routines for animals.
Rather than applying one-size-fits-all training
methods, owners are encouraged to work with a pet’s natural tendencies.
Mental stimulation is also receiving greater attention. Puzzle feeders, scent games and structured enrichment activities are increasingly recommended for intelligent or high-energy breeds that may otherwise become bored or destructive. The aim is not to ‘fix’ pets, but to understand them better.
A personal approach
This growing interest reflects a wider shift in pet ownership. Animals are increasingly viewed not simply as household companions, but as individuals with specific emotional and physical needs.
That has led to more personalised approaches to nutrition, exercise and healthcare. Some owners now choose food plans based on breed type or activity level, while others use wearable trackers to monitor movement and sleep patterns.
Technology is helping to support that shift. Smart collars, health-monitoring apps and online veterinary services are making it easier than ever for owners to build a clearer picture of a pet’s wellbeing.
In short, pet profiling is not about turning animals into data. It is about recognising that every pet is different... and learning how to care for them accordingly.
The rise of cosmetic surgery Advertiser Living
Cosmetic surgery gained particular popularity at the turn of the millennium when popular culture was becoming increasingly more and more focused on appearance.
Popular surgeries included breast augmentation, liposuction, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), rhinoplasty (nose job) and botox. With the increase of surgeries, the media began to notice the popularity and took full advantage of it. Reality TV show The Swan was a good example of this. A cult classic, first airing in 2004, the programme followed a group of women who believed their appearance could be improved by undergoing major cosmetic surgeries, with the premise of the show focused on turning ugly ducklings into “swans”. The contestants were eliminated week by week, with one lucky woman taking home the title of The Swan, who, by the end of the show, was barely recognisable.
From here, the cosmetic surgery phenomenon gathered further momentum. Following the launch of Instagram in 2011 and the subsequent rise of the selfie, front-facing camera photographs became increasingly common, bringing with them a growing emphasis on achieving the ʻperfect faceʼ. Instagramʼs filters enabled users to present enhanced versions of themselves, and appearance became an ever-greater focus throughout the 2010s. The emergence of the Instagram influencer̶particularly members of the Kardashian-Jenner family̶further intensified
societyʼs pursuit of idealised beauty. Kylie Jenner, who has amassed 226 million Instagram followers, was widely credited with fuelling demand for cosmetic procedures among young women, particularly lip and cheek fillers. There was even a ʻKylie Jenner Lip Challengeʼ, in which participants placed a glass over their lips and inhaled to create a swollen, fuller appearance.
Lip fillers are now a very common surgery among men and women alike across the world, along with breast augmentation and dermal fillers on the face, bottom and hips. The cosmetic surgery industry in the UK sits at an estimated value of £3.6 billion. For those who canʼt afford the surgeries, not to worry: app developers have created many programmes to alter the face to create the perfect selfie, with the app FaceTune being one of the most popular downloads to create the perfect face for the perfect selfie.
Cosmetic surgery is now highly normalised, from small procedures like teeth whitening and jaw fillers (an injection of a filler to contour the jaw) to nose jobs and breast implants. These days, it almost seems unusual if a young person does not have some sort of cosmetic surgery history, especially with those who are popular on social media. Many influencers deny their surgeries, but admitting it or not, it is clear that appearance is still very much a focus of todayʼs society.
Advertiser Living
Staying active through the years
Exercise looks different at every stage of life. The good news? Staying active is not about pushing harder as we age - it is about adapting smarter. Ageing changes the body, but it does not have to mean slowing down completely. In fact, health experts consistently point to regular movement as one of the biggest factors in maintaining quality of life long-term.
According to NHS guidance, adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week, yet millions of Britons still fall short of that target.
The challenge is not necessarily motivation. Often, it is knowing what kind of exercise works best at different stages of life. So let’s have a look: Twenties: Experiment and explore
For many people, their twenties are the decade of physical freedom. Energy levels tend to be higher, recovery is faster, and there is often more opportunity to explore different sports and routines.
It is an ideal time to build healthy habits and discover forms of exercise that are genuinely enjoyable rather than purely functional. Team sports, running clubs, climbing, swimming, cycling and gym-based training all offer both physical and social benefits.
Thirties: Building strength and balance
By the thirties, the body gradually begins to change. Studies suggest adults can start losing muscle mass from around their thirties onward if strength training is neglected. Metabolism may also slow slightly, making movement and recovery increasingly important.
This is why many experts recommend incorporating resistance training into weekly routines, even in small amounts. Strength work supports muscle retention, posture and long-term mobility.
Forties: Investing in future health
The forties are often viewed as a key decade
for preventative health. Cardiovascular fitness becomes increasingly important, particularly as risks linked to heart health, weight gain and blood pressure can begin to rise with age. Activities such as brisk walking, jogging, cycling and hiking help support heart health while remaining manageable long-term.
Bone density also becomes a greater consideration, especially for women. Weight-bearing exercise and moderate strength training can help maintain both balance and overall strength later in life.
Fifties: Staying mobile and engaged
By 50, many people begin rethinking fitness less as competition and more as lifestyle. Activities such as tennis, dancing, golf, hiking and swimming can provide both movement and enjoyment, helping exercise remain sustainable and social. Flexibility and mobility also become increasingly important, with Pilates, stretching and yoga helping maintain joint movement and posture.
Sixties and beyond: Movement matters more than ever
Exercise remains hugely important later in life. Research increasingly links regular activity with improved mobility, better mental wellbeing and reduced risk of conditions associated with ageing. Even moderate exercise can make a difference. Walking, gardening, swimming and light resistance training all help support balance, coordination and strength.
Summer news from Nature’s Laboratory
and The Dispensary
Summer has been a busy and exciting time for both Nature’s Laboratory and The Dispensary, with each continuing to support the local community in different ways.
In June, Nature’s Laboratory celebrated the launch of BeeVital Tattoo Balm at the Leeds International Tattoo Expo. Developed with carefully selected natural ingredients to soothe and nourish tattooed skin, the balm is already receiving great feedback.
• Annabel from Nature’s Laboratory represented the company with Declan at the tattoo expo, where she had this beautiful bee tattooed and enjoyed caring for it with BeeVital Tattoo Balm!
Earlier in July, Nature’s Laboratory was delighted to take part in this year’s Made in Whitby Festival, celebrating the town’s thriving community of local businesses and producers. It was a pleasure to meet so many residents and visitors while showcasing its range of Whitby Teas, BeeVital Bee Medicines, Herbal Apothecary herbal remedies and Sweet Cecily’s natural skincare products, all proudly manufactured in Whitby.
Nature’s Laboratory Open Day
The next major event for Nature’s Laboratory is its Open Day on Saturday 5th September, from 10.00 am until 4.00 pm. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the manufacturing facilities, discover how herbal medicines and tinctures are made, meet the experienced team, take part in a herb quiz and enjoy complimentary herbal teas, coffee and cake. Free workshops in Herbal Tea Tasting and Tea Making and Make Your Own Lip Balm will run throughout the day. Visitors should book a General Admission ticket and then book tickets for each workshop they would like to attend via Eventbrite. Workshop spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please see the advert opposite for the booking link and QR code. Supporting community wellbeing
Supporting the health of the community has always been at the heart of Nature’s Laboratory’s ethos. Alongside developing and manufacturing natural health products, the company is proud to support The Dispensary – a health shop and community wellbeing hub offering activities, events and opportunities for people to come together, learn and connect.
Regular activities at The Dispensary
Regular activities at The Dispensary include Seated Yoga with Anne, a friendly Book Club with Bernadette and Dylan’s Herbal Medicine Club, offering opportunities to learn, connect and explore natural health. For more info email info@thedispensary.org.uk
Upcoming events
Throughout August, The Dispensary is supporting Whitby Gathers 2026, a free three-week community arts programme taking place across Whitby and the surrounding villages. It is also planning a Rock Pool Rangers event at Robin Hood’s Bay in partnership with Crustacean Compassion, along with a screening of the inspiring film Seantience. In addition, The Dispensary will soon host a Ban Live Exports event to raise awareness of the global welfare issues surrounding the live export of animals for slaughter or fattening. Championing compassion towards animals and each other, while fostering connections and supporting health, remains central to The Dispensary’s ethos. Further details of all upcoming events will be shared on its social media channels, or why not visit The Dispensary website, sign up as a member & receive regular email updates?
Get involved
Whether exploring the world of herbal medicine at Nature’s Laboratory or taking part in one of The Dispensary’s community events, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved, learn something new and celebrate wellbeing in Whitby this summer. www.natureslaboratory.co.uk
Crab painting by Alan Ritson
Community Roundup
CAPTAIN COOK MEMORIAL MUSEUM, GRAPE LANE
Opening daily 10.00am – 5.00pm. Special exhibition for 2026 is ‘Imagined Geographies and First Encounters’ which examines how Enlightenment-era exploration transformed European understanding of the world and its peoples and focuses on Cook’s encounters across the Pacific—from the Northwest Coast of North America to Aotearoa / New Zealand. Also, Tuesday Tours for adults 11am & 12 noon; Wednesday story time & workshops for children during school holidays and a monthly Thursday lecture (April to October). Admission Prices: Adult £11.00; Accompanied Children free – up to age 16. Residents of YO21/YO22 free with proof of address.
WHITBY MUSEUM & PANNETT ART GALLERY
Open 10am until 4.30pm Tuesday to Sunday. Last admission 4pm. Closed Mondays. Entry fee £9 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: ‘Curiouser & Curiouser’ an exhibition of the creepy, captivating, magical and mysterious at Whitby Museum; ‘Alice in Whitby’ a re-imagining of characters in Lewis Carroll’s ‘Alice in Wonderland’ through the Whitby Museum costume collection; ‘Cherished Teapots’ about the connections between people and their teapots in this mini exhibition; and ‘Gunner Robert Watmore’ telling the story of the only serving member of the military killed in action in Whitby during World War 2. Also, check out ’Fantastic Archives and Where to Find
Them’ - an engaging exhibition with activities for all ages looking into some of the wonderful archives we hold in the museum and some of the ways we look after our collection (runs until December 2026 –may be closed for events on certain days, please call ahead if visiting specially for this exhibition to avoid disappointment).
Licensed ‘Flock Kitchen & Coffee’ serving food, coffee & cakes.
Pannett Art Gallery has an eclectic mix of 19th & 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. 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, visit the Hub’s Facebook page or email eastsidecommunitycentre@gmail.com.
Advertise your event by sending an email to info@whitbyadvertiser.co.uk or call 01947 605500
WHITBY LIBRARY
Windsor Terrace, Whitby. YO21 1EY. Tel: 01609 534350. More than just books! Regular weekly events include Buzzy Bees Baby Rhyme Time followed by Story Tots (term time only) Mondays from 9.45am; IT Buddy Sessions (by appointment only) Mondays & Tuesdays; CAB Drop in Thursdays 10-1pm; Age UK Drop-in Thursdays 10-12pm; Living Well Smoke Free Fridays 10am-1.30pm; Lego Clubs Tuesday 4.30pm6.30pm Saturdays 10.30am-12.30pm; Family history research – by appointment only - Tuesday 2-5pm. We have lots of summer activities taking place, including Lego Fun Clubs, storytelling, craft events and reading to music in our Reading Rhythm Room. Our Summer Reading Challenge is in full swing too! Further information about all our activities can be found at www.northyorks.gov.uk/leisure-tourismand-culture/libraries/local-libraries/whitby-library or on our Facebook page @UKwhitbylibrary which also includes special weekly events. Library opening times: Mon 9.30am-5pm; 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).
COLISEUM TEA ROOMS
Whitby’s local community café now open Tuesdays & Wednesdays at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby from 9.00am to 2.30pm. Tea, coffee, cold drinks, homemade cakes, savouries, sweet treats & a lunchtime specials board. The Friends of the Coliseum Lunch Club on Wednesdays 11.30am to 1.30pm - a two-course hot meal for Whitby residents for just £6.50. Enquiries & bookings 01947 825000.
WHITBY MISSION CAFÉ
Whitby Mission & Seafarers Centre, Haggersgate, Whitby. Open 10am-2pm Mon-Thurs, 10am – 3pm Sat & Sun (closed Fridays). Hot & cold drinks, main
meals, snacks, desserts and homemade cakes. Table top sales at weekends. Room hire available. Tel: 07799 610877.
THE MUSTARD SEED CAFE AT WEST CLIFF CHURCH
Skinner Street, Whitby. (next to Youngs Jewellers). Friendly not-for-profit cafe, staffed by volunteers. Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 10.30am-2.00pm.
HINDERWELL COMMUNITY HUB
Coffee, homemade scones, cakes, soups & lots more! Activities include Yoga, Bingo & Dominoes, Games and Quizzes, Toddlers’ Group, Men’s Walking Group, Ladies’ Crafts. Open 9.30-3pm Sunday, Monday Tuesday & Wednesday (closed Thursday-Saturday) Call 01947 841303 for further details.
WHITBY BEEKEEPERS
Whitby Beekeepers meet monthly, indoors during the winter, and outside at an apiary in the summer. Do contact us if you are interested in keeping bees or if you’re already a beekeeper. For further details, please visit www.whitbybeekeepers.co.uk
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 April include visiting speakers, competitions and members’ presentations of their own photographic works. For more information, please visit https:// whitbyphotographicsociety.org.uk
WHITBY CHESS CLUB
Whitby Chess Club meets at the Conservative Club (behind Harrison’s garage on Upgang Lane) every Wednesday from 6pm. Just turn when you can if you can’t make 6pm! Admission free – boards and pieces provided. A friendly group – all levels catered for. Come and join us!
WHITBY TENNIS CLUB
We welcome both existing members and NEW experienced and improving players. Club nights are Tuesday and Thursday 5.30 - 8pm, and we have Sunday morning meets 10am-12 noon. Age 18 and above. Get fit and enjoy a full season of tennis for ONLY £35, which covers all Club nights. Minimum age 18. We are a small but friendly club - contact us via our Facebook page and come and join us!
LYTHE & SANDSEND TENNIS CLUB
The club would like to welcome new experienced and improving players (18 years +) to join our friendly club mornings on Monday, Wednesday
Community Roundup
and Friday 10am - 12. Contact us on our Facebook page or email us at lythetennis@gmail.com for more details.
SLEIGHTS CRICKET CLUB
Junior courses (Allstars and Dynamos) run every Friday night, 6 till 7.30 from 8th May for 8 weeks. For further information and updates see the Sleights Cricket Club Facebook page.
WHITBY RUNNING CLUB
Twice weekly runs offering different levels. Fun and inclusive. Regular social events. Contact whitbyrunningclub@gmail.com for joining details.
NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS & COAST WALKING GROUP
Friendly local walking group. Short evening walks and longer day-walks throughout the year. nymcwg@gmail.com or 07779 793029 for more information.
ESKMOUTH WHITBY SCOUTS – SQUIRRELS & BEAVERS
Squirrel section for 4- and 5-year-olds on Wednesdays, 5.15 - 6.15pm and a Beaver section for 6- to 8-year-olds on Thursdays, 6.00 - 7.15pm at Whitby Scout Hut, Spring Hill, Whitby YO21 1EB (behind Lobster Hall Hotel), both offering fun, playbased activities in a safe & inclusive environment. These groups help young children build confidence, learn new skills, and make new friends. More adults are needed to be part of the team - email Laura at Laura.grady@hotmail.com for more information.
YORKSHIRE COUNTRYWOMENS ASSOCIATION - SLEIGHTS
We do not meet formally in July and August, instead we arrange outings for members to local places of interest. However, everyone is welcome to our next meeting on September 14th at 2pm which will be an informal Soup and Pudding afternoon! We are also pleased to say that we will be back in the Village Hall at Sleights for our regular meetings. Do come along - we will be very pleased to see you.
REVIVAL CONNECT PROJECT
Could you be one of our volunteer Digital Champions for our Revival Connect project, aimed at improving the digital confidence of older people living in the Esk Valley moors and coastal villages? Training and mileage allowance provided. For more information, please call Debbie 07970 955407 or email debbie@ revivalnorthyorkshire.com
ANDY MAN’S CLUB
Andy’s Man Club are a men’s suicide prevention charity with a group meeting here in Whitby on Mondays (except Bank Holidays) at Whitby Football Club - doors open 18.45 and sessions run 19.00 –21.00. We are non-judgemental and confidential - so what’s said in the room stays there. No need to book in advance, be referred or pay to join – it’s completely free of charge. Andy’s Man Club is there for that one man, that one bloke who may be going through turmoil, a rough patch or a storm. Visit https://andysmanclub.co.uk/groups/ for further details. #ITSOKAYTOTALK
ST NINIAN’S CHURCH
A lovely church on Baxtergate, Whitby dating back to 1778. Open Wednesdays & Saturdays 11am – 2pm. Come and have a look around, listen to Nicholas play the organ (most days) and browse our bric-a brac and book stall. Everyone welcome.
Regular Weekly Events
While every effort has been made to ensure the information in these listings is accurate at the time of going to print, event details may change or be cancelled due to the holiday season. We recommend checking with the event organiser or venue before making a special journey.
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 thereafter. Contact John 07434 833540.
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.
EVERY TUESDAY
KNIT AND NATTER CRAFT SESSIONS every Tuesday from 2pm in the Station Tavern, Grosmont.
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
Community Roundup
7–11-year-olds 4.20pm – 5.20pm; Boys 12–18-yearolds 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.
SINGING FOR THE BRAIN 1.30pm - 3.00pm at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. Alzheimer’s Society initiative for people living with dementia and their carers. £2 per person including refreshments. For more information and to register your interest Tel: 01947 825000 Email: info@ whitbycoliseum.com
EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
LEARN MEDITERRANEAN BELLY DANCING at Hinderwell Village Community Hub. Ladies Only. Beginners welcome. Weekly Sessions Monday 9.3010.30 am; Wednesday 6 pm - 7 pm. For further details, contact silverpenguin@rocketmail.com
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
DEMENTIA FORWARD WELCOME WEDNESDAY 1.00pm - 3.00pm at Kirkham Close Community Centre, Kirkham Close, Whitby YO21 1JR. A social afternoon for people with Dementia and those who support them. Come and join us to meet new friends, join in the activities and enjoy delicious cakes and hot drinks. Suggested donation £3.00. Contact: 0330 578 592. Email: info@dementiaforward.org.uk
CITIZENS ADVICE every Wednesday afternoon at Yorkshire Building Society, Flowergate, Whitby. Call 01947 458838 to book a free & confidential appointment.
QUIZ NIGHT at the Endeavour pub, Church Street Whitby. Every Wednesday at 8pm. Everybody welcome. In aid of Whitby Lifeboats
WHITBY BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU CLUB Gi class Wednesdays only 6.15-8pm at Whitby’s Eastside Centre, YO22 4EA. All levels & abilities welcome. For further details, contact Rob 07795 057267.
TARGET ARCHERY Whitby Archers meet outdoors on Eskdale Field 6pm to 9pm every Wednesday, April to September. For information visit whitbyarchers. co.uk 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 welcome - first night is free. Contact Paul on 07702 756669.
EVERY THURSDAY
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.
VI’S 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.
THE HOT SPOT A new support group for women providing perimenopause and menopause peer support. Meets Thursdays 6 pm to 7:30 pm (term time) at Church House, Whitby. Support, friendship and helpful discussion in a relaxed, safe space. Refreshments provided. For further information, find us on Facebook @thehotspotwhitby or email thehotspotwhitby@hotmail.com
COMMONDALE WOOL WORKSHOP now meets at Danby Methodist Chapel every Thursday 9.30am3.00pm. Spinning, Felting and Dyeing., Wool Crafts and Weaving. New members welcome – call 01287 660943.
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 email 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 www.parkrun.org.uk/thecindertrack/
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August
SATURDAY 1 AUGUST
ROBIN HOOD’S BAY FARMERS MARKET takes place the 1st Saturday of each month 9.30am-2pm at Fylingdales Village Hall, Robin Hood’s Bay YO22 4RA. Lots of great local businesses selling food, drink and more! All welcome.
WHITBY FOSSIL DAY
A day celebrating Whitby Fossils at Whitby Museum, suitable for all ages from 11am-3pm.Get hands on with our fossil handling collection. Bring your fossils for identification by our geology curators. Join a tour of the museum geology collection - get a sneak peek behind the scenes at our stores! Amazing dinosaur footprints will be joining us. Get creative with James McKay – dinosaur drawing specialist. The Geologists Association will be here – find out who they are & what they do. Normal museum admission applies, Children must be accompanied by an adult.
‘IN SEARCH OF SEA DRAGONS’. A talk at Whitby Museum commencing 1pm. Matthew Myerscough is a fossil hunter, author and civil engineer, who
will recount tales from the beaches of South Wales, Somerset & North Yorkshire. The talk lasts around 30 minutes, Afterwards, Matthew will be signing copies of his book ‘In Search of Sea Dragons’. Cost: £5 standard ticket, £15 with book. Members: Free or £12.99 with book. Advance booking highly recommended at https://whitbymuseum.org.uk or museum reception
‘THE MYSTERY OF THE WHITBY GARLIC STONES’.
A talk at Whitby Museum commencing 3pm. Palaeontologist Dr Liam Herringshaw will talk to us about garlic stones - where they came from, how they were made and how they might just give us new insights into the effects of rapid climate change on seafloor life. The talk lasts around 45 minutes, with an opportunity for discussion & garlic stoneinspection at the end. Cost: Pay as you feel, donations by ticket sale or on the day. Advance booking highly recommended.
SATURDAY 1 AUGUST & SUNDAY 2 AUGUST
DIPPY CRAFT FAIRS are back at Whitby Pavilion for the 11th year with another fabulous Quality Craft Fair
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Community Roundup
in the Northern Lights Suite. There will be around 60 amazing stalls of handcrafted and artisan gifts. Support local businesses and find some unique gifts. Dogs are welcome and entry is free. Open 9.30-4.30 both days.
SUNDAY 2 AUGUST
GRAND PRIZE DRAW at St. Matthew’s Church, Grosmont 11:00am to 3:00pm. Raffle draw at 3pm. Bric-a-brac and craft stalls.Refreshments available. Tel 01947 895309 or email whin74@yahoo.co.uk if you are interested in a table.
THORPE SPORTS Fylingdales Cricket & Football Field, Middlewood Lane, Fylingthorpe. Gates open 12:45pm. £1 entry for adults. 1.15pm prompt start. The day starts off with the children’s fancy dress competitions - the cross-country runners set off shortly after. Children’s races. Bike Races. Dog Races. Tug-of-war. Tombola. Cake stall & Teas. N.B Thorpe Sports would love to have more entrants for the cross-country run of approximately 3 miles – just turn up on the day!
TUESDAY 4 AUGUST
BIDI’S INTERACTIVE FAMILY STORIES at Whitby Museum. Pull up a cushion and join Bidi for these family friendly story sessions. Bidi will show interesting and curious objects to the children and weave stories from the ideas children come up with. Sessions start at 10:30am & midday. Normal admission applies – children under 18 fee. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
TUESDAY 4 AUGUST- THURSDAY 6 AUGUST
ARTS & CRAFT FAIR at Lythe Church to mark St Oswald’s Day 10.30am - 4pm each day. Local craftspeople and artists have been invited to display and sell what they make. Cream teas and refreshments will be available all three days and a cake stall on Tuesday.
WEDNESDAY 5 AUGUST
‘CLAY WORKSHOP‘. A summer holiday Wednesday workshop with Nic Stead at the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Grape Lane. Hourly sessions at 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm and 3.00pm (please arrive 15 minutes early. A chance for children to make a clay piece and take home. Capacity: 6 places per session (children must be accompanied by an adult). Book in advance online at https://www.cookmuseumwhitby. co.uk or at reception.
THURSDAY 6 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.
‘IMAGINED GEOGRAPHIES AND FIRST ENCOUNTERS‘at the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Grape Lane Starts 2pm A talk about the museum’s 2026 Exhibition by Exhibitions Officer Chris Needham at the. (please arrive 10 mins early). Book in advance online at https://www.cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk or at reception. Cost: free with museum entry.
FRIDAY 7 AUGUST
HINDERWELL SHOW at the Show Ground, Hinderwell Lane, TS13 5HR 9am - 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 £8 adult, £3 child or £20 family ticket (2 adults/2 children). Under 5’s free. Free shuttle bus from Staithes, Runswick Bay & Hinderwell.
LUNCHTIME CONCERT at St John’s, Brunswick Street, Whitby. 11.45am. ‘Beauties of the Baroque,’ including Bach Handel, Purcell. Michael Ash, Organ & Jenny Hill, Soprano. Free entry with retiring collection.
FRIDAY 7 AUGUST - SUNDAY 9 AUGUST
ROALD DAHL’S GEORGE’S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE at Whitby Pavilion Theatre. Starts 7pm each evening. All tickets £10 from Whitby Pavilion in person, by calling 01947 824770 or online at www.whitbypavilion. co.uk. Booking fees apply
SATURDAY 8 – MONDAY 10 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. The Whitby Regatta is always delighted to welcome new volunteers to be part of the weekend – full details are on the Regatta website or call 07827 452753.
SATURDAY 8 – SUNDAY 9 AUGUST
VINTAGE & RETRO FAIR at Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby. Vintage stalls and live music. Doors open 10am. Free entry.
SUNDAY 9 AUGUST
REGATTA FAMILY FUN RUN. 4km & 2 km. Registration: Crescent Gardens from 8:30am. Starts 10am. Adults: £6, U16: £4. Cash only please. All finishers receive a
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medal. See Whitby Running Club’s Facebook page for more details.
40TH STAINTONDALE & RAVENSCAR SHOW. Starts 12pm. Fun for all the family. Grand raffle, tombola, kids’ entertainment, sports races, dog show, tug of war, trade stalls, vintage vehicles, classic cars, dance displays and more! Refreshments available. £2.00 Adults, Under 15 Free. Location Ravenscar YO13 0NA.
WEDNESDAY 12 AUGUST
TEA DANCE CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF WHITBY LIFEGUARDS at the Royal Hotel, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3HT 2.00-4.30pm. £3 entry includes tea/coffee & biscuits. Please come dressed in outfits with the colours yellow, red and blue if you can! Proceeds to Whitby Lifeboats.
‘MATCHBOX ART.‘ A summer holiday Wednesday workshop with Trish Phillips at the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Grape Lane. Hourly sessions at 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm and 3.00pm (please arrive 15 minutes early. A chance to create a delightful bobbing boat in a matchbox. Capacity: 6 places per session (children must be accompanied by an adult). Book in advance online at https://www. cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk or at reception.
WHITBY ART SOCIETY: ‘WIRE WORK POPPY’ with Emma Yeoman. 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 13 AUGUST
BIDI’S INTERACTIVE FAMILY STORIES at Whitby Museum. Pull up a cushion and join Bidi for these family friendly story sessions. Bidi will show interesting and curious objects to the children and weave stories from the ideas children come up inspired by the items and their imagination. Sessions start at 10:30am and midday. Normal admission applies – children under 18 fee. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
FORTNIGHTLY QUIZ at the Crossing Club, Front St, Grosmont YO22 5QE from 8.30pm
FRIDAY 14 AUGUST
LUNCHTIME CONCERT at St John’s, Brunswick Street, Whitby. 11.45am. ‘Sara Salloum, Lute, ‘A Woman’s Instrument: The Art of the Renaissance Lute Player.’ Free entry with retiring collection.
CONFESSION: WE’RE THROWING A PARTY IBIZA STYLE! Step into Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB for a night of Ibiza anthems with DJ Andy
Williams. Seamless, immersive soundtracks of deep house and Balearic grooves, melodic club rhythms and more in our signature chapel setting. Doors open 7pm; music 7.30pm – 11pm. Free entry – but please secure your space online at https://www. eighteen91.co.uk/to avoid disappointment. Bar open throughout.
SATURDAY 15 AUGUST
GOATHLAND FARMERS MARKET takes place the 3rd Saturday of each month 10am-2pm at the Goathland Community Hut, YO22 5LY. Lots of great local businesses selling food, drink and more! All welcome.
COFFEE MORNING at Christ Church, Ugthorpe 10 - 11 30am. Entry £2.00 to include refreshments. Stalls to include cakes, tombola, bric-a-brac and a raffle. We look forward to welcoming you to this event.
VJ DAY CHILDREN’S TEA PARTY at Whitby Museum. Help us celebrate VJ Day (Victory over Japan) & the end of World War II in 1945 by creating a makebelieve tea party! Cut, stick, glue, colour and make pretend cakes, sandwiches, celebration flags – help us party like it’s 1945! Our Medals and Militaria Curator, Julia, will be helping prepare the pretend feast. The event is a drop in between 11am and 1pm for children of all ages and will be held in our library at Whitby Museum. Normal admission applies and children must be accompanied by an adult. No booking is necessary.
SUNDAY 16 AUGUST
OPEN GARDENS AT MULGRAVE CASTLE by kind permission of Lord and Lady Normanby. Cream Teas, Cake Stall, Tombola. Admission £5.00 for adults, reductions for children. The gardens will open from noon, gates close at 4pm, Hosted by the Rainbow Centre, Scarborough.
WHITBY JETS BASKETBALL ADULT SCRIMMAGE
SESSION. Third Sunday of every month 2:30pm4pm at Whitby Leisure Centre. For age 15 (with waiver) and above. New players welcome. Cost: £5. See Whitby Jets Facebook page for details or email whitbyjetsbasketball@gmail.com
TUESDAY 18 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
Community Roundup
WEDNESDAY 19 AUGUST
‘KAYAK PROJECT‘. A summer holiday Wednesday workshop with Trish Phillips at the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Grape Lane. Hourly sessions at 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm and 3.00pm (please arrive 15 minutes early. A chance to help construct a lifesized kayak! Capacity: 6 places per session (children must be accompanied by an adult). Book in advance online at https://www.cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk or at reception.
THURSDAY 20 AUGUST
CURIOUS KIDS CHESS TOURNAMENT at Whitby Museum for kids aged 18 & under. Children must know how to play chess to take part. Children will play against an opponent for a maximum of 15 minutes, if the game remains unfinished after 15 minutes, a winner is decided using a points system. This is a fun event with all abilities welcome to come along and play. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, normal admission applies (payable on the day). It’s a prompt 11am start - players arriving after may not be admitted to the competition.
FRIDAY 21 AUGUST
LUNCHTIME CONCERT at St John’s, Brunswick Street, Whitby. 11.45am. Poetry from her new collection: ‘Jenny Hill, Poems, 2015-2025,’ with Flute improvisations by Bob Butterfield. Free entry with retiring collection.
SATURDAY 22 AUGUST - FRIDAY 28 AUGUST
WHITBY FOLK WEEK 2026 The week-long celebration features hundreds of events, including concerts, dance displays, workshops, sessions at various venues across the town, centred around Whitby Pavilion, where our annual Music and Craft Fair is open daily throughout the week with a wide variety of musical instruments, crafts, and, of course, festival merchandise. For the most up-to-date lineup, event schedule, and ticket bookings, visit https://www. whitbyfolk.co.uk/
SUNDAY 23 AUGUST
THE DODGY JAMMERS LIVE MUSIC at Royal Hotel, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3HT at 3pm. A wide variety of music from soulful blues to jazzy melodies and anything in between! Free entry.
WEDNESDAY 26 AUGUST
‘BRITISH FOLK SONGS’ A lunchtime recital given by Ryland Angel (Tenor) and Stephen Maltby (Piano) at St Hilda’s Anglican Church, West Cliff, Whitby. Starts 12.30pm.
‘AUTOMATE‘. A summer holiday Wednesday workshop with Trish Phillips at the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Grape Lane. Hourly sessions at 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm and 3.00pm (please arrive 15 minutes early. A clever automata project: join us in this workshop to make a moving polar bear! Capacity: 6 places per session (children must be accompanied by an adult). Book in advance online at https://www.cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk or at reception.
THURSDAY 27 AUGUST
FORTNIGHTLY QUIZ at the Crossing Club, Front St, Grosmont YO22 5QE from 8.30pm
SATURDAY 29 AUGUST
THE CAPTAIN’S BEARD in association with Whitby Pirate Festival at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB from 7.00pm – 11pm. Proper piratical mayhem: roaring sea shanties, foot-stompin’ folk-rock, and riotous tales of Cockney mermaids, mad monarchs, and even fearsome rubbish wagons.! Tickets £15. Book online at https://www.eighteen91. co.uk/. Bar open throughout.
5 STAR BRASS at St Matthew’s Church, Grosmont YO22 5QE. A brass sextet performing a wide range of music. Duke Ellington to Faure and irving Berlin to modern music scores. Something for everyone, whatever your taste. Starts 7:30pm. Tickets £5.
SUNDAY 30 AUGUST
EAST TOWN PIRATES in association with Whitby Pirate Festival at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB from 7.00pm – 11pm. East Town Pirates are known for their high-energy sets, blending traditional sea shanties with a bold, modern pirate twist. Expect stomping rhythms, powerful vocals, and plenty of audience participation—perfect for rounding off a weekend of swashbuckling fun. Tickets £10. Book online at https://www.eighteen91. co.uk/. Bar open throughout.
Community News
A great day out for all the family
The Hinderwell Show is a much-loved agricultural event, bringing together the local community for a full day of family entertainment, friendly competition, and rural heritage. Held between Hinderwell and Runswick Bay, the show has grown from its early origins into a vibrant annual celebration that showcases the very best of local farming, craftsmanship, and village life. Visitors can expect a packed schedule of attractions, including horse classes, show jumping, pony breeding, gymkhana events, Cleveland Bay and Goathland & Glaisdale Hound parades and displays of vintage machinery. There are also competitions for smaller animals, alongside stalls featuring produce, crafts, photography and home baking, making it a true showcase of local talent and skill.
New for this year is an exciting addition for younger visitors and families: hobby horse jumping, running
from 10am to 2pm. Participants can bring their own hobby horse or borrow one on site and join in the fun—an imaginative and energetic twist that is sure to be a highlight of the day.
Events like the Hinderwell Show are hugely important to local communities. They help preserve rural traditions, support local producers and exhibitors, and provide a welcoming space where people of all ages can come together, connect, and celebrate their shared heritage.
Whether you are a regular visitor or attending for the first time, the Hinderwell Show promises a fantastic day out for all the family.
We prefer hello to goodbye
You’ve seen a few goodbyes recently. So let’s start with a hello.
More than 6,000 bank and building society branches have closed across the UK over the past 10 years. We’re doing things differently.
We’re Newcastle Building Society and we’ve just opened the doors of our new branch in Guisborough. Because we believe that investing in local branches and the communities where you live and work is good for us all.
■ Competitive high-street savings rates
■ Friendly, face-to-face support from people who take the time to listen
■ Access to financial advice for everyone, with no minimum investment. Available in branch, by video or by phone
■ We support local communities, through partnerships, volunteering and grant funding. Since 2016, we’ve given over £1.9m to grass-roots charity projects
Come in and say hello
Visit our new branch:
3 High Cliff View, Westgate, Guisborough, TS14 6BD (previously home to Yorkshire Building Society) Or book an appointment online at newcastle.co.uk/guisborough
Newcastle Building Society introduces to Newcastle Financial Advisers Limited for advice on investments, pensions, life and protection insurance, and inheritance tax planning. Aspects of inheritance tax planning are not regulated by the Prudential Regulation Authority nor the Financial Conduct Authority. Newcastle Financial Advisers is a trade name of Newcastle Financial Advisers Limited which is an appointed representative of The Openwork Partnership a trading style of Openwork Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Approved by The Openwork Partnership on 08/06/2026.
Newcastle Building Society Principal Office 1 Cobalt Park Way, Wallsend, NE28 9EJ. Newcastle Building Society is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Newcastle Building Society is entered in the Financial Services Register under number 156058. You can check this on the Financial Services Register or by contacting the Financial Conduct Authority on 0800 111 6768. Call 0345 734 4345 or visit us online at newcastle.co.uk NBS 02662 (July 2026)
The Treasure Seekers
By Cathy Faulkner.
November 1918.
Stanley is convinced that the precious stained-glass window from the church, that Marthaʼs grandfather hid during the war, will save his village. But Martha refuses to help him search, wanting to keep her beloved grandfatherʼs secrets safe. When Stanleyʼs mother gets ill too, Martha visits the village, and realises she must act to help. She begins her own treasure hunt, even as her father is also struggling with the aftermath of the Great War. As the people who are most important to
Rewritten
By Kendrick Briscoe.
There is a particular kind of nostalgia that goes beyond mere sentiment ̶ the kind that arrives with a physical weight, that makes the past feel not just remembered but inhabited. Kendrick Briscoe's Rewritten operates in precisely that territory, and does so with a sureness of touch that marks it as something genuinely distinctive in the crowded field of time-slip fiction.
Granville Morris is fifty-five years old, a Leeds journalist, deposited without explanation back in April 1992 by a heart attack and guided by a voice that identifies itself only as Jacob ̶ sparse, unhurried, offering encouragement rather than instruction. Whether Jacob is a celestial presence, an ancestral echo, or simply the sound of Granville's own survival instinct externalised is a question the novel wisely declines to answer. Briscoe writes 1992 Leeds with the authority of someone who was there and looked hard at it. The number four on a gatepost made in a school woodwork class. The particular weight of a fiftypence piece in the palm. Jumbo Records. The Florence Nightingale. These are not set dressing ̶ they are the emotional fabric of the novel, and they
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them suffer, Martha and Stanley are desperate to find their lost treasure and restore the villageʼs fortunes before itʼs too late.
The Treasure Seekers is Cathy Faulknerʼs second historical verse novel published by Firefly Press and is perfect for children aged between 8 and 12. It is set in a fictional village very close to Whitby and features the town and many local landmarks. Her debut novel, Digging for Victory (also published by Firefly Press), was longlisted for the Carnegie Medal for Writing, The Branford Boase Award, and The UKLA Book Awards. It was shortlisted for The Week Junior Book Awards and featured in The Sunday Times Best Books for Children 2024.
carry a freight that purely invented detail never quite can.
Granville himself is one of the more quietly compelling protagonists in recent self-published fiction. He is not a hero in any conventional sense ̶ he freezes in a pub raid, gives himself away repeatedly with knowledge he shouldn't have, and spends much of the novel feeling sidelined by events he set in motion. His contradictions are entirely human.
The romance at the novel's heart is handled with admirable restraint. The two main characters at the centre of it move towards each other in glances and small gestures, and the reader invests in it completely long before either of them says anything explicit. Our protagonist watching it unfold, knowing what he knows, gives the story its emotional depth.
The question the novel holds open throughout ̶ is this time travel, or is a dying man dreaming the life he should have lived? ̶ is its greatest strength. Briscoe never answers it, and is wise not to.
Rewritten is warm, funny in the right places, and genuinely moving in others. It announces Kendrick Briscoe as a writer with a distinctive voice and a story only he could have told.
Available online on Amazon.co.uk by searching for 'Rewritten, Kendrick Briscoe'.
By Nicola Cartwright
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!
Advertiser Living
What's the best surface for a new driveway?
By Rob Bullock
Choosing the right material for a new drive can be difficult because there is so much choice. Here are the pros and cons.
Many factors will determine what kind of drive you install, the cost, how much maintenance is required, and ,importantly, the look you are trying to achieve.
Block paving is a traditional option and can sometimes be laid by the homeowner. And with its individual blocks, if the surface becomes damaged small parts can be replaced, easily and cheaply. Resin-bound surfaces are harder to install, but they offer an attractive, seamless, permeable, and low-maintenance surface. Porcelain paving is a super-stylish choice and can give your drive a fantastic look. It is a sleek, durable, and low-maintenance surface.
Block paving
Block paving is a cost-effective way to resurface your drive, from around £80 to £120 per square metre. There is a wide variety of choices available, with some sought after block designs more expensive than others. The complexity of the lay can also impact the cost.
Because they are made up of many individual blocks, if some become damaged, they are easy to repair. Block paving also lasts for decades if maintained correctly. While it is a very traditional surface, there are some excellent design options available to give it a modern look. On the downside, block paving drives require regular weeding and re-sanding.
Resin-bound surfaces
This modern drive surface is a very stylish look and is low maintenance. Because resin-bound surfaces are permeable, they are highly effective at evacuating water during very wet weather. Laying a resin-bound surface is generally more complicated than laying a block paving surface and generally needs a specialised professional to do the work. However, the materials used can
incorporate recycled products, and so, resinbound surfaces can offer a very environmentally friendly option.
The average cost of a resin-bound driveway in the UK is between £60 and £120 per square metre but this depends on the type of resin and the conditions of the existing surface.
Porcelain paving
Although more expensive at £130 to £180 per square metre, on average, porcelain paving is a stylish, extremely long-lasting excellent choice for driveways in the UK. If installed correctly, porcelain paving can last up to half a century and can withstand very heavy use. Porcelain drives are very low maintenance and naturally stain resistant and easy to keep clean. Porcelain has a very low water absorption rate, making it resistant to stains, and its non-porous surface reduces the growth of moss, mould and lichen. It is also frost and UV resistant which helps it maintain the appearance for longer.
A truly stylish option, porcelain paving comes in a wide range of colours, textures, and patterns, making it fit with the homeowner’s own style preferences and giving a drive a fantastic modern look.
The type of drive you install is influenced by numerous factors, so seeking professional advice is the best place to start.
Advertiser Living
How solar power can help with energy bills
Solar power can significantly reduce energy bills allowing homeowners to rely less on the grid and save on their monthly expenses. With the high cost of energy many householders are turning to solar power to reduce monthly expenses, have energy stability and make a substantial environmental contribution to a greener planet.
How solar energy works
Solar energy generates free power from sunlight. It can generate electricity from PV or photovoltaic panels or hot water from the heat of the sun which can then be stored in insulated hot water tanks for domestic use. Both can help householders make substantial savings on their energy expenses, especially if the energy is stored in hot water cylinders or solar batteries.
Reducing monthly bills
Solar power can substantially lower monthly bills especially with storage systems and lifestyle changes. Here in the UK a typical four-bedroom family home could save around £324 every year, approximately £27 per month. But the savings can vary based on how many solar panels you have, whether you have storage and whether you change your usage to make the most of the times the sun is or is not shining. By using dishwashers and washing machines at the sunniest times could save a lot of money. And, if you have an electric or plug in hybrid car solar panels can effectively charge them offering additional savings of around £400 per year.
Make money by selling your excess power
Householders can also make money out of their solar panels by sell any electricity that you don’t need back to the grid. Many energy companies offer feed in tariffs for homes with solar panels through the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) scheme. The SEG tariff rate typically ranges from 2p to 15p per kWh and on average homeowners can earn between £50 and £150 per year from selling excess electricity.
Protection against rising energy prices
According to the Energy Saving Trust once installed, the cost of generating electricity from solar panels remains stable so by investing in solar panels, homeowners can effectively shield themselves from the unpredictability of energy prices by ensuring more stable and manageable energy costs in the long run. Solar panels also give homeowners more control over their energy and this helps insulate them from market volatility.
Environmental benefits with financial rewards
By having solar power at your home, you can help contribute to significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions and help combat climate change by using a clean, renewable energy source. Solar energy helps decrease the reliance on fossil fuels, which lowers air pollution and contributes to a healthier environment, locally, nationally and globally whilst helping reduce energy bills. Whilst installing solar power can have a significant initial outlay, there are government schemes that can help reduce the cost and there is no doubt that domestic solar energy plays a crucial role in promoting environmental sustainability in the UK, making them a valuable investment for homeowners looking to reduce their carbon footprint.
Keep your garden glowing this August Garden View
August might be a lazy month for many, but for gardeners it is a busy time, pruning, harvesting and watering.
The hot days of August can make gardening hard work, but by taking your time, keeping hydrated and well covered from the hot sun, gardeners, like plants, will enjoy this wonderful time of year. Watering is, again, a priority this month and the needs of your garden must be considered if you are away on holiday.
Deep watering
Hot dry weather means gardeners need to water consistently and deeply. This is especially necessary for more thirsty plants like hydrangeas, dahlias and tomatoes, who are at the height of their growing season. And don’t forget to water anything newly planted and especially containers, which you should move into more shaded spots in very hot weather. Pots should be fed regularly this month with liquid fertiliser.
Lawns
Hot, dry weather can lead to browning of lawns, but a good August downpour will help rectify this. Whilst it is important to mow your lawn regularly, this month you might consider mowing only every ten days or two weeks and keeping the mower blades high to prevent drying out the grass.
Fruit and vegetables
In August frequent harvesting is the key to better cropping for some, especially courgettes, runner beans and tomatoes which, if picked each day should be succulent and delicious. Plums and blackberries are ripe for picking this month.
As you continually harvest your potatoes be vigilant for potato blight – removing any affected plants. On a dry day, lift onions and shallots if their tops have died down, then leave to dry out in the sun.
As you pick your summer salad crop regularly sow hardy crops such as land cress, rocket and lamb's
lettuce for late season harvest. Looking forward, now is a good time to plant potato tubers in large tubs in a cool outbuilding or porch so you can have freshly harvested potatoes with your Christmas lunch.
Flowers
Hanging baskets and pots not only need regular watering and feeding this month but dead heading and cutting out dead flowers should be done almost daily to encourage new growth and the best display. In borders, deadhead dahlia, roses and bedding plants to ensure new growth and colour well into the next season. Likewise, hardy geraniums should be cut back a little as this will ensure new growth and flowers for longer. On a hot day there is nothing nicer than pottering in the flower garden and with a little effort and careful care of your flowers you can extend their blooming season considerably.
Once they have finished flowering August is the perfect time to prune climbing and rambling roses and collect and store in a cool, dry place the seeds of your hardy annuals and perennials like Nigella and Cerinthe which you can then sowing in the autumn.
Thinking about the wildlife, don't cut off the flowerheads of ornamental grasses. Ornamental grasses such as Indiangrass and Big Bluestem provide food and shelter that many species rely on when other food sources are scarce.
Prize Crossword
by Cathy Faulkner
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PAT TESTING & HANDYMAN SERVICES. £35 up to 20 tests, additional tests £1.45 each, including certificate and report. Call 07746 410025. www. pattestingwhitby.co.uk
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Wash, wax... and watch the cost!
Once considered a quick and inexpensive errand, washing the car has quietly become another rising motoring cost. But as prices increase, are drivers still valuing a clean vehicle, and when it comes to machine versus hand wash, which option actually makes the most sense ?
For many motorists, a car wash used to be almost automatic. A few pounds at the local petrol station, a quick rinse on the way home, and the job was done.
Today, however, the cost of keeping a car clean has noticeably increased, and drivers are becoming more selective about how, where and how often they do it.
Across the UK, a basic automatic machine wash now commonly costs between £8 and £12 depending on location and package, while premium washes including waxing, wheel treatments and interior cleaning can climb far higher.
Hand car washes, meanwhile, often begin around £15 for a basic exterior clean and rise significantly for larger vehicles or detailed valeting services.
Part of the increase simply reflects wider operating costs. Water, electricity, cleaning products, rent and staffing have all become more expensive in recent years. Added to that is the changing nature of the modern car wash itself. Many sites now offer more advanced cleaning systems, specialist coatings and upgraded finishing options aimed at drivers who increasingly see vehicle care as part of maintaining long-term value.
Yet despite rising costs, demand for professional cleaning remains strong. For many people, a clean car is about more than appearance. It creates a sense of pride, comfort and routine.
Regular washing can also help protect paintwork from dirt, salt and environmental damage, particularly during winter months.
There is also a practical consideration. As motorists keep vehicles for longer, maintenance and presentation matter more. A wellmaintained exterior can help preserve resale value and prevent small cosmetic issues from becoming larger problems over time.
Meanwhile, the debate between automatic and hand washing continues to divide motorists. Modern machine washes are faster, increasingly sophisticated and generally more effective than older systems that gained a reputation for damaging paintwork. For regular maintenance cleaning, they remain a practical and convenient option.
Hand washing, however, is still widely viewed as the gentler and more thorough approach. Professional hand wash teams can reach difficult areas, pay closer attention to detail and tailor the clean to the condition of the vehicle.
Ultimately, the modern car wash sits at the intersection of convenience, maintenance and lifestyle.
Yes, the days of the ultra-cheap wash may largely be behind us. But for many drivers, keeping a car clean still feels worthwhile - not simply for appearances, but for comfort, pride and protecting something that remains one of the household’s biggest everyday investments.
Useful numbers in Whitby Community News
Whether seeking medical assistance, reporting an issue, or accessing community services, it’s worth having a list of local resources and telephone numbers at hand should you ever need them. The following contacts can provide aid, guidance, or essential information.
HOSPITALS & DOCTORS SURGERIES
A & E, JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Middlesbrough - 01642 850850
SCARBOROUGH HOSPITAL - 01723 368111
WHITBY HOSPITAL - Spring Hill, 01947 899200
WHITBY GROUP PRACTICE
Spring Vale Medical Centre - 01947 820888
Robin Hood’s Bay, Station Rd - 01947 880230
CHURCHFIELD SURGERY
Iburndale Lane, Sleights - 01947 810466
SANDSEND SURGERY - Sandsend Road, 01947 810466
NHS DIRECT - 111
DENTISTS
RYEDALE DENTAL HEALTHCARE CLINIC
4-6 Burgate, Pickering - 01751 474460
COMMUNITY SPACES & CAFES
LYTHE COMMUNITY SHOP & TEA GARDEN High Street, Lythe, YO21 3RT. Tel: 01947 893983. Mon-Sat 8.00am-4.00pm, and Sun 8am -12 noon.
MUSTARD SEED CAFE AT WEST CLIFF CHURCH
Skinner Street, Whitby. YO21 3AH. Tel 07368 592764. Tuesdays & Thursdays 10.30am - 2pm. (Closed Jan/Feb).
HINDERWELL COMMUNITY HUB
Situated on the coastal bus route from Whitby. Tel 01947 841303. Open 9.30-3pm daily (closed Sat)
ADVICE & HELP
CITIZEN’S ADVICE- Wednesday afternoon at YBS on Flowergate, Whitby. Book by calling 01947 458838
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS - 08009177650
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS - 03009991212
NORTH YORKSHIRE CITIZENS ADVICE & LAW CENTRE’S DROP-IN SERVICE - at Whitby Library, Thursday from 10am – 1pm. For more information and advice, visit https://www.cany.org.uk/ or call 0808 278 7900..
AGEUK NORTH YORKSHIRE COAST AND MOORS
ENERGY AND ADVICE DROP-IN SESSION - Whitby Library Friday 10am - 12pm libby.faulkner@ageuknycm.org.uk
WHITBY FOODBANK- 07789 765696 & 07810 205014
VETERINARY SURGEONS
BECK VETERINARY PRACTICE
High Stakesby, Whitby - 01947 820333
CLEVEDALE VETERINARY PRACTICE
The Parade, Whitby - 01947 825042
GARAGES & CAR REPAIRS
WHITBY TYRE & EXHAUST CENTRE
Enterprise Way - 01947 821821
SUMMERFIELD GARAGE
Stainsacre Lane - 01947 820044
EASINGTON SERVICE STATION Whitby Road, Easington - 01287 644335
CYCLE REPAIR
DR CRANK’S BIKE SHACK - 07880 801957
MISCELLANEOUS
TRAVELINE - 0871 200 2233
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE - 01723 383636
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Puzzle Time
Can you find these vegetables?
CHIVE
RADISH GARLIC
BEETROOT
ONION
LENTIL
KALE
OKRA
YAM
NETTLE
CRESS
GHERKIN
SPROUTS
BEAN CELERY CHARD GOURD LEEK
CAPER PEA TURNIP PARSNIP LETTUCE CARROT
CABBAGE PULSE POTATO
SAGE
RED PEPPER SPINACH
TOMATO
MARROW
SWEDE
CORN FENNEL
Letter Scramble
Unscramble the tiles to find these random words:
Brain Buzzer
1. What is the national currency of Japan?
2. How many strings does a standard violin have?
3. What is the name of the worlds tallest waterfall?
4. Which country invented the printing press?
5. In what year did the first Moon landing take place?
6. What is the square root of 144?
7. Which author created the detective Hercule Poirot?
8. How many players are there in a rugby union team?
9. What is the capital city of Argentina?
10. Which planet has the most moons?
Pattern Puzzle
Find the next number in the sequence: 1682 — 1758 — 1835 — 1910 — ? — 2061
Answer Station
PATTERN PUZZLE: 1986 — These are the years Halley's Comet has been visible from Earth, appearing approximately every 75–76 years.
LETTER SCRAMBLE: Mysterious, Eloquent, Laborious, Ambivalent, Perennial
Twelve, 7. Agatha Christie, 8. Fifteen, 9. Buenos Aires, 10. Saturn
1. The Yen, 2. Four, 3. Angel Falls, 4. Germany, 5. 1969, 6.
BRAIN BUZZER:
