Lil

From the very first visit, the place draws you into its inexplicable mysteries, and further visits only build layers of intrigue and fascination.

Before heading back down the 199 steps, across the east side, the swing bridge, and back up to the top of West Cliff and our waiting car, I take one last look at the spectacular view across the town and harbour and out to sea, as a thick mist reminiscent of the Demeter's dramatic arrival starts to drift in, and wonder what surprises and stories Whitby has in store for future visits.

Before heading back down the 199 steps, across the east side, the swing bridge, and back up to the top of West Cliff and our waiting car, I take one last look at the spectacular view across the town and harbour and out to sea, as a thick mist reminiscent of the Demeter's dramatic arrival starts to drift in, and wonder what surprises and stories Whitby has in store for future visits.

We have explored so much, but I imagine there are many more wonders to discover yet, and I already can't wait to return.

We have explored so much, but I imagine there are many more wonders to discover yet, and I already can't wait to return.