Shipwrights Eskape is located within the apartment block of Turnbull Court at Whitehall Landing. Whitby town centre is a short 18-minute walk from the block so you’ll be perfectly situated to explore the many restaurants, cafes and shops on the doorstep.
Nestled on the east side of town, you'll find narrow, medieval streets dotted with boutiques and pubs. Climb the famous 199 steps up to the Church of Saint Mary. You can also discover the renowned ruined Whitby Abbey, which was the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s gothic novel ‘Dracula’.
The other side of Whitby is where you’ll find fun arcades and you’ll be able to sample the catch of the day in one of Whitby’s famous fish restaurants which line Pier Road. The Blue Flag West Cliff beach and promenade can also be found here so you can really make the most of your coastal escape.
Step outside of Whitby and you’ll uncover a haven of woodland and moorland. Whitby forms part of the North York Moors National Park so it’s the perfect place for long walks.
Shipwrights Eskape on the banks of the River Esk and you’ll be well placed to explore Whitby and the surrounding area.
Whitby train station is just a short 18-minute walk away so villages and towns along the North Yorkshire coast can easily be reached via rail. There’s also a taxi rank in close proximity to the train station.
There are plenty of bus routes throughout Whitby. Hop on the X4 and you can visit beautiful coastal villages like Sandsend, Runswick Bay and Staithes. The X93 travels along the coast to Scarborough. The 95 route features plenty of quaint villages, such as Grosmont and Lealholm.
