A warm welcome to you all...
In December, Whitby transforms into a quiet yet festive destination that appeals to both locals and visitors seeking a peaceful winter retreat. It offers a unique blend of atmospheric charm and seasonal tranquillity, making it a captivating time to visit.
Fewer people are around, particularly midweek, allowing for reflective walks along the shore, with grey skies creating a dramatic backdrop against the rugged coastline, or up the 199 steps to Whitby Abbey, where the ruins take on an almost mystical quality amidst the mist. I find the atmospheric setting of the abbey and the town’s gothic connections particularly evocative during the shorter, darker days of December. December is also a good time to explore the wonderful mix of shops and cafes along the town’s historic streets such as Sandgate and the cobbled Church Street, all decorated with festive lights that enhance the old-world charm.
Lots of Christmas celebrations take place in December: Christmas fairs, coffee mornings, carol singing and so on – a few of these events can be found on the Community Roundup pages of this issue. We mustn’t forget too the Weekend Victorian themed weekend over in Robin Hood’s Bay which is a wealth of fun-filled activities and festive entertainment past and present for all the family. Do take time out from the endless
Christmas shopping, end-of-term activities, Christmas parties at work and those all-important chores we need to do at home and for our jobs before Christmas arrives and go along and support these community events if you can. If you would like to advertise your business or event in our January edition, please do get in touch as space is limited. And finally, a very happy Christmas to all our advertisers, readers and everyone involved in the production, distribution and delivery of the Whitby Advertiser - have a good one!
Stephen Ault Editor
Recognising when a loved one may need extra support this festive season
The Mayfield Care Home’s
Natalie Gill shares signs your loved one may need more help - and how to discuss it sensitively this festive season.
As families spend more time with older relatives over winter, subtle signs such as forgetfulness or reduced mobility can become more noticeable. Recognising when extra support is neededand how to approach the topic kindly-can feel difficult.
To help, Natalie Gill, Home Manager at The Mayfield Care Home in Whitby, offers advice on what to look for and how to start the conversation.
Cognitive and mobility decline
“Two key indicators are noticeable changes in memory, thinking, or mobility,” says Natalie. “Look out for slower or unsteady movement, or difficulty with personal care. From a cognitive point of view, forgetting familiar names, plans, or becoming confused in conversation could suggest early cognitive decline, such as dementia. Professional care can help them stay safe and comfortable.”
Isolation and worsening health
“Loneliness is common in older adults, especially if mobility is limited or social contact is rare,” explains Natalie. “If they mention feeling lonely, it could indicate isolation throughout the year.
A more social environment-like a care home or local community group-may improve wellbeing. If you also notice a decline in their general health or chronic conditions, it could mean they need extra help with medication, meals, or appointments.”
Carers feeling overwhelmed
Caring for a loved one without support can be exhausting. “If you or another family member are feeling drained, it may be time to consider professional help,” says Natalie. “Carers can work alongside you so you remain involved while easing the strain. Look out for signs of burnoutsuch as withdrawal, worry, or exhaustionand seek support early. It can make a real difference for everyone.”
Talking About Care with Sensitivity
“Health and independence are deeply personal topics, especially for older generations,” says Natalie. “You might worry about upsetting your loved one or not knowing what to say-and that’s OK. These conversations aren’t easy, but they’re important.”
“Choose a calm moment, perhaps over tea and cake. Speak gently, listen closely, and explain the changes you’ve noticed. Offer options so they feel included in the decision-making. You don’t need to resolve everything in one chatthese talks can unfold gradually.”
“As a next step, request a Care Needs Assessment through your local authority, or speak with private care homes for guidance. This helps determine the right level of support, ensuring your loved one remains comfortable, safe, and cared for in the best possible environment.”
About The Mayfield:
The Mayfield Care Home in Whitby, North Yorkshire, offers 24-hour residential, dementia and respite care for up to 66 people with an inclusive fee to offer peace of mind to its residents and families. The Mayfield is rated 10 out of 10 on care home review site, carehome.co.uk.
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The Dispensary 25 Skinner Street, Whitby. www.thedispensary.org.uk 01947 603456
The Dispensary wishes you a compassionate Christmas & Festive season.
This festive season, why not give gifts that truly give back — to people, to the planet, and to the community?
At The Dispensary in Whitby, we’re proud to be a notfor-profit shop and community health hub dedicated to promoting wellbeing in its widest sense — for the environment, for animals, and for people’s physical, emotional and social health.
The Dispensary has over 2000 members and is free to join. Members receive 5% dividend on every purchase, redeemable on future shopping, plus first notice of our workshops, events and community gatherings. Alongside our range of ethical, sustainable health and wellbeing products, we stock locally made items perfect for Christmas gifting:
Sweet Cecily’s – Handmade natural skincare made with love right here in Whitby. Choose from the popular Make-Your-Own Lip Balm Kits, beautiful Christmas Gift Boxes, or 4-Pack Lip Balm Sets, plus much more. Sweet Cecily’s products are all natural, cruelty-free and full of festive charm.
BeeVital – Also based in Whitby, BeeVital brings the nurturing of the beehive to your skin. Their Propolis Lip Balms, Soaps and Skin Creams are soothing, nourishing and naturally protective — ideal winter companions. The BeeVital range also includes products to support your oral health and whole health, with immune -boosting products backed by research.
Whitby Tea Company – Warm the heart with their carefully crafted Festive Spice Tea Blend and other loose-leaf herbal infusions, perfect for cosy evenings and thoughtful gifts.
Herb of the Month
by Dylan Parry , BSc Hons Clinical Herbalist
Sweet Cecily’s, BeeVital and Whitby Tea Company products are all made at Nature’s Laboratory, based here in Whitby. www.natureslaboratory.co.uk
But The Dispensary is more than a shop — it’s a thriving hub for community connection. Throughout the year, we host a variety of events and groups both at our Whitby venue and the BeeArc Hives of Activity at the Reading Room in Goathland. Join our Hive Nights — free, themed social gatherings on the last Wednesday of every month, take part in our Book Group, and join Whitby Compassionate Food, our local volunteer group in aid of Compassion in World Farming, a charity that campaigns tirelessly against cruel factory farming.
Recent highlights include sound meditation, drumming circles, movement therapy workshops, an evening with Lama Lhakpa Yeshe, a Tibetan Buddhist monk and at the time of going to press, we are looking forward to a Cacao Tasting and Nutrition Talk, as part of Whitby Chocolate Festival and as part of Whitby Lit Fest Fringe events, a Honey Tasting evening paired with bee-themed poetry and prose.
At The Dispensary, health isn’t just about the body — it’s about community, creativity, and care for all living things.
We wish all our members, present and future, a compassionate and healthy festive season, and look out for our focus on Veganuary in the New Year!
Often thought about at Christmas, as this sacred resin was said to be gifted by the three kings to baby Jesus to honour his birth. Frankincense has numerous medicinal benefits, but its benefits for the skin shine through, as it helps to protect and soothe the skin, reducing aggravation and inflammation. It may also help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and blemishes, as it helps to tighten and tone the skin. Internally, it is powerfully anti-inflammatory helping to reducing inflammation in the joints and gastrointestinal system, as well as in the rest of the body. A beautiful herb to think about this December – it also features in our Sweet Cecily’s Sea Buckthorn and Frankincense Night Cream.
Photo copyright: Philip Lymbery, Compassion in World farming
Community Roundup
CAPTAIN COOK MEMORIAL MUSEUM, GRAPE LANE
Closed for the winter break December/ January. Reopens Saturday 7 February 2026. 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. NB Closes for Winter at the end of Sun 14 Dec. Re-opens Tues 3 February. 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) which ends on 10 December, and ‘Eskdale School Memories’: a collection of images, artefacts and memories from Eskdale School.
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. NB The Coliseum will close 23rd December at 5pm and re-open 9am Friday 2nd January. Last day for the Community Cafe will be Wednesday 17th December.
EASTSIDE COMMUNITY HUB
Abbots Road, Whitby YO22 4EA. Tel: 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! Weekly events include Buzzy Bees Baby Rhyme Time followed by Story Tots (term time) Mondays from 9.45am; Little Notes (term time) book via Eventbrite Fridays 10.30am; IT Buddy Sessions (by appointment only) Mondays & Tuesdays; CAB Drop in Thursdays 101pm; Age UK Drop-in Fridays 10-12pm; Living Well Smoke Free Fridays 10am-1.30pm; Lego Clubs
your event: email info@whitbyadvertiser.co.uk or call 01947 605500
Advertise your event: email info@whitbyadvertiser.co.uk or call 01947 605500
Tuesday 4.30pm-6.30pm Saturdays 10.30am12.30pm; Family history research – by appointment only - Tuesday 2-5pm. Further information about the library can be found at https://www. northyorks.gov.uk/leisure-tourism-and-culture/ libraries/local-libraries/whitby-library or follow us on Facebook page @UKwhitbylibrary for special weekly events and activities. Library opening times: Mon 9.30am-5pm; Tues 9.30am-7pm; Thurs/ Fri 9.30am-5pm; Sat 10am-1pm. Closed Wed & Sun. Closes for Christmas on Tuesday 23 Dec 7pm ; re-opens Friday 2 Jan 2026.
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. Last day before closing for Christmas is Wednesday 17th December
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 to 27 November. Closed for winter break December/ January.
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 daily (closed Saturday) Call 01947 841303 for further details.
WHITBY RUNNING CLUB
Twice weekly runs offering different levels. Fun and inclusive. Regular social events. Contact whitbyrunningclub@gmai.com for joining details.
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. For more information, please visit https:// whitbyphotographicsociety.org.uk
ESKMOUTH WHITBY SCOUTS – SQUIRRELS & BEAVERS
Squirrel section for 4- and 5-year-olds at Whitby Scout Hut, Spring Hill, Whitby YO21 1EB (behind Lobster Hall Hotel) offering fun, play-based activities in a safe & inclusive environment Wednesdays 5.15-6.15pm. It helps young children build confidence, learn new skills, and make new friends. Beaver taster sessions for 6- to 8-year-olds ran in September and a group will hopefully start soon - more adults needed to be part of the team. To find out more email Liz at Elizabeth.Till@scouts. org.uk.
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 to book in advance, be referred or pay to join – it’s completely free of charge. Andy’s Man
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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
Regular Weekly Events
As Christmas approaches, and over the Christmas & New Year holiday, some regular events may not run. We recommend checking with the event organisers 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.
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
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.
‘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.
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
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
CITIZENS ADVICE every Wednesday afternoon at Yorkshire Building Society, Flowergate, Whitby. Call 01947 458838 to book a free & confidential appointment.
WHITBY BRAZILIAN 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 indoors at Whitby Pavilion 6.30 - 9.00pm every Wednesday, September - April. 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 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.
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 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 https://www.parkrun.org.uk/ thecindertrack/
THROUGHOUT THE MONTH
ST MARY’S CHURCH CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL Preview follows the 3pm Advent Service on Sunday 30th November (closes 5pm), then open daily from Monday 1st December up to Sunday 4th January from 10.00am-3.00pm Monday to Friday, 11.15am - 3.00pm Saturday and 10.00am -3.00pm Sunday. Closed on Christmas Day when the Christmas Day Service is held at 11.15am. For more information, contact Whitby Parish Office on 01947 606578.
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December
MONDAY 1 DECEMBER
WHITBY DAIRY AND GRASSLAND DISCUSSION GROUP meet at 7.45pm Sneaton Castle, Whitby YO21 3QN. The meeting features the government ministry vet Chris Burns, who is an investigations officer based at Thirsk. He will be covering pathology, disease surveillance and topical farm animal issues. Open to members and anyone wishing to join, contact Paul on 07985 595333 for further details.
TUESDAY 2 DECEMBER
WHITBY MEMORIES PICTURE SHOW at St Ninian’s Church Baxtergate with Ian Wilson. Fantastic slides of old Whitby, raffle and large sale of Whitby history books. All proceeds to help support St Ninian’s. Starts 7pm. Free Entry – all welcome.
THURSDAY 4 DECEMBER
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.
WHITBY PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING: Critique Night’ with Kylie-ann Martin (via Zoom) 6.45 pm to 9.00 pm at Whitby Sixth Form, Airy Hill, Whitby YO21 1QA in the Old Drama Studio across the front car park of the former Caedmon School (near the New Bridge.
SATURDAY 6 DECEMBER
CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING AND GRAND DRAW in Lythe Village Hall 10- 11.30pm. Stalls, cakes, brica-brac and books. Grand draw at 11.15am. First Prize £100 plus meals for two, seasonal hampers and many other prizes. Hosted by the Mulgrave Benefice. All
SATURDAY 6 AND SUNDAY 7 DECEMBER
ROBIN HOOD’S BAY VICTORIAN WEEKEND. A weekend of no-frills, old-fashioned phone and festive community spirit. Fun and games, best dressed competition, mince pies, mulled wine and traditional carols around the tree and much more! An amazing musical lineup, including live music at St Stephen’s Church all weekend, as well as Morris dancers, accordions and choirs filling the village with song.
WHITBY KRAMPUS RUN WEEKEND. Krampusse will be gathering in Whitby to rampage through town to
find out who’s been naughty and who’s been nice! The only Krampus parade in the U.K. Also features the ‘Made in Whitby’ Krampus Festival. For more info, visit https://madeinwhitby.co.uk/festivals/
SUNDAY 7 DECEMBER
CHRISTMAS FAIR AT EASTSIDE COMMUNITY HUB. 10.30am-4.00pm. Cakes, crafts, tombola, raffle, tropic skincare & perfumes plus many more stalls. All welcome.
MONDAY 8 DECEMBER
THE YORKSHIRE COUNTRYWOMENS ASSOCIATION will be celebrating Christmas at Church House, Sleights. The party starts at 2pm and all members are welcome to join us for our usual festive food, entertainment and a visit from Santa!!
WEDNESDAY 10 DECEMBER
CHRISTMAS THEMED TEA DANCE at the Royal Hotel, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3HT 2.00-4.30pm. £3 entry includes tea/coffee & biscuits. Please feel free to come in festive dress! Proceeds to Whitby Lifeboats.
THURSDAY 11 DECEMBER
THE WHITBY & DISTRICT LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB Christmas get together at the Saxonville Hotel, Whitby 12pm for 12.30pm The Windmill Girls will entertain us with a selection of Carols and Festive Songs instead of the usual speaker. A ‘Bring Something You Would Like To Buy Sale’ replaces the usual raffle with all proceeds being donated to a Charity, chosen by members. The festive threecourse luncheon including mince pies & tea/ coffee will be £25 per head. All visitors welcome, including partners. All current members are on the permanent dining list. If you wish to join, or bring a guest or cannot attend, please contact Ann Livsey on Whitby 604065 by mid-day Thursday 4 December.
WHITBY PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING: Gillings Trophy – Microcosm; Brown Trophy – Red and/or Yellow 6.45 pm to 9.00 pm at Whitby Sixth Form, Airy Hill, Whitby YO21 1QA in the Old Drama Studio across the front car park of the former Caedmon School (near the New Bridge.
FRIDAY 12 DECEMBER
ACOUSTIC ALLSORTS Live music at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. 7.00pm –10.30pm. Free entry.
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SATURDAY 13 DECEMBER
CAROL SINGING AT BAXTERGATE Whitby Christian Fellowship will be singing on St Ninian’s Church Steps from 2-3pm. Please come along!
MEATLOAF TRIBUTE ACT: PAUL LEE at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. 7.00pm –11.00pm. An epic night of rock music! Tickets £8 from Eventbrite via https://www.eighteen91. co.uk/eighteen91events
A MERRY CHRISTMAS TRIVIA QUIZ at St Matthew’s Church, Grosmont. 7.00pm for 7.30pm. Teams of four maximum. £1 entry per person. Pay bar.
SATURDAY 13-SUNDAY 14 DECEMBER
‘MADE IN WHITBY’ CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL at Whitby Brewery featuring local makers, food, drinks, and live music in a festive atmosphere overlooking Whitby Abbey.
SUNDAY 14 DECEMBER
WEST GALLERY STYLE FOLK SERVICE at St John the Evangelist, Brunswick St, Whitby. Starts at 10.30am. A relaxed Service with music, poetry and readings to celebrate Advent.
PANDAS (Pre and Post Natal Depression Advice and Support) Social meet A local peer support group run by parents who have experienced PND and anxiety. Meets at The Green Lane Centre, Whitby 9.30-10.30am. See Pandas Whitby on Facebook or visit pandasfoundation.org.uk
WHITBY BABIES & TOTS: SUNDAY STAY AND PLAY
CHRISTMAS PARTY at The Green Lane Centre, Whitby 10.30-11.30am. A once-a-month session for babies & children up to 5 years old. Check out our Facebook page for more details & future dates.
MONDAY 15 DECEMBER
FELLOWSHIP SPACE Fun, Food, Faith and Friendship. Starts 3pm at The Hollins Institute, Institute Row, Grosmont YO22 5PQ. Carols round the Christmas tree with mulled wine & mince pies. (Note change of day and time – usually first Sunday of the month)
TUESDAY 16 DECEMBER
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.
WEDNESDAY 17 DECEMBER
COME AND SING CAROLS NIGHT at St Matthew’s Church, Grosmont.
THURSDAY 18 DECEMBER
NATURAL WREATH WORKSHOP at St Matthew’s Church, Grosmont. Starts 10am. Materials are provided but feel free to bring your own. Secateurs and wire. The Community Café will be open and Hawsker Village Band will be playing Christmas folk tunes.
WHITBY PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY CHRISTMAS SOCIAL
6.45 pm to 9.00 pm at Whitby Sixth Form, Airy Hill, Whitby YO21 1QA in the Old Drama Studio across the front car park of the former Caedmon School (near the New Bridge.
FRIDAY 19 DECEMBER
JAZZ & TUNES FRIDAY WITH ALASTAIR LAURENCE & ACCOMPANYING BAND. 12.30 – 2.30pm at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.
RIFFS, HOOKS & LINES PRESENTS: BACK IN THE HABIT CHRISTMAS SPECIAL. Doors 7.30pm, starts 8.00pm. at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Tickets £8 – book online at eighteen91.co.uk
SATURDAY 20 DECEMBER
GOATHLAND FARMERS MARKET 10am-2pm at the Goathland Community Hut, YO22 5LY. Lots of great local businesses selling food, drink and more! All welcome.
CAROLS AT WHITBY ABBEY Starts 2.30pm. All welcome.
SKANDALS An evening of high energy Ska and Ska-Punk classics, plus some of the band’s fine originals at Eighteen91, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB 7.00pm – 11.00pm. Free entry.
SUNDAY 21 DECEMBER
WHITBY JETS BASKETBALL ADULT SCRIMMAGE
SESSION. Third Sunday of every month 2pm –3.30pm 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
CAROL SERVICE at West Cliff Church, Skinner Street, Whitby YO21 3AH (next to Youngs Jewellers) from 4pm.
NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS at St Hilda’s Church, West Cliff. Starts 6.00pm. All welcome.
MONDAY 22 DECEMBER
TOWN CAROL SERVICE at St Mary’s Church, East Cliff. Starts 7.00pm. All welcome.
WEDNESDAY 24 DECEMBER
CRIB SERVICE in St Hilda’s Church, West Cliff. Starts 4.00pm. All welcome.
MIDNIGHT MASS in St Hilda’s Church, West Cliff. Starts 11.30pm. All welcome.
THURSDAY 25 DECEMBER
CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE at West Cliff Church, Skinner Street, Whitby YO21 3AH (next to Youngs Jewellers) from 11am.All welcome.
EUCHARIST in St John’s Church, Brunswick St at 9.30am. All welcome.
EUCHARIST in St Mary’s Church, East Cliff at 11.15am. All welcome.
FRIDAY 26 DECEMBER
BOXING DAY DIP 2025 AT WHITBY BANDSTAND. You must be registered to take part. Entry fee £10 per person. Raise and collect your own sponsorship money and give to a charity of your choice. Enter at www.whitbylionsclub.org.uk or call in Whitby Pet Shop. Sign-in at 10am, fancy dress judging 10.30am. For further information, email whitby. lions.club@gmail.com or call Brian on 01947 897249.
SUNDAY 28 DECEMBER
THE DODGY JAMMERS Live music at the Royal Hotel ballroom, West Cliff, Whitby from 3pm. A wide variety of music from soulful blues to jazzy melodies and anything in between! Free entry.
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Danby: Three Views of a History
by Alastair Laurence.
Danby: Three Views of a History, a fascinating local history book by Dr Alastair
Laurence providing a wellresearched record of three ‘views’ of the parish and township of Danby has just been reprinted.
It covers Danby Castle and its occupiers, the various clergymen who have served the parish of Danby over the centuries, and Ainthorpe, a hamlet within the parish of Danby. A chapter is dedicated to each topic, and Dr Laurence gives a scholarly insight and detailed analysis in an easy-to-read style, often including photographs, images of paintings and detailed drawings. There are two fascinating full-page photos showing Danby Castle when new in the 14th century, and the partially ruinous castle of today. Readers will also find two interesting appendixes detailing farm
sales in Danby in 1656, and an inventory of goods & chattels of Rev John Scarth dated 28 June 1720. On the front cover of the book is a beautiful watercolour by John Freeman (2014) of a farmer herding his sheep over Shackleton Bridge, Danby. Dr Laurence’s second book on Danby, Danby: Four More Views of a History, first published in 2021 is still available.
Alastair has been writing about local history for over 40 years, concentrating on the Whitby district since 2008. He is also a regular contributor to the magazine Esk Valley News. When not writing books, Alastair plays piano in the Whitby Jazz Collective and can be found working at his family's old established firm John Broadwood and Sons, the piano & music shop at the bottom of John Street, where you can buy copies of both his books on Danby as well as his previous books on local history including The Beggar’s Bridge and The Penny Hedge: Whitby’s Rustic Curiosity.
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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!
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