The remains of this abbey are situated high on a clifftop overlooking picturesque Whitby and the harbour. Whitby Abbey contained the shrine of St Hilda, the foundress who died in 680, and symbolized the continuing Christian tradition in the north. Destroyed by Viking invaders, rebuilt by Normans, embellished by later generations and dismantled by Henry VIII, the abbey is today a gaunt and moving ruin. Access to the abbey is up the 199 steps from Whitby town; unsuitable for wheelchairs. Open daily, year-round (closed Dec 24-26). Tel: 01947 603568
Location:
Whitby YO22 4J
Telephone
Toll Free: 800 096 2608
Other History nearby:
(Oshawa) Aeronautical Military Industrial Museum
(Aurora) Aurora Museum
(Cobourg) Barnum House Museum
(Mississauga) Benares Historical House Museum
(Toronto) Black Creek Pioneer Village
(Mississauga) Bradley House Museum
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02/21 Coming to The Whitby area
Rochester Greek Festival Rochester NY May30-June2 Serving your favorite Greek pita sandwiches like Gyro, Souvlaki and Loukaniko. Try homemade Spanakopita, Greek Chicken, Pastichio, Moussaka, Stuffed Green Pepper and Tomato and Lamb Shank dinners.
Buffalo Greek Fest Buffalo NY May31-June2 Acquaint yourselves with our Greek Orthodox Church. Step into our culture and experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the birthplace of democracy – Greece. Enjoy the Greek food, feel the rhythm of the music, and dance a little!
Sorrento Cheese Buffalo Italian Heritage Festival Buffalo NY August1-4 Cultural demonstrations including Tarantella Italian street dancers, Grape Stomping contests, Sicilian puppet shows. Second largest Italian street festival in the country.
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