What’s On

CAPTAIN COOK MEMORIAL MUSEUM, GRAPE LANE

The Museum is in the 17th century house where Cook lodged as an apprentice when not at sea, and has a collection of original paintings and drawings, letters in Cook’s own hand, ship models, maps and fascinating objects gathered on the voyages. Exhibition for 2023 is ‘Ice! Exploring the Far South’. Open daily 9.45 - 17.00. For more information, please visit https://www.cookmuseumwhitby. co.uk

WHITBY MUSEUM & PANNETT ART GALLERY

Visit and see an exhibition celebrating the bicentenary of the museum ‘200 Years of Collecting’ and a new costume gallery exhibition ‘200 Years of Fashion’. The museum shop has a wide selection of gifts and books and now includes Sutcliffe photographic prints. Check the Whitby Museum website for more details https:// whitbymuseum.org.uk. The museum is open from 10am until 4:30pm Tuesday to Sunday with last admission 4pm. The tearoom is open from 10am until 3:30pm serving cakes, drinks and light bites. Pannett Art Gallery at the front of the Museum has an eclectic mix of 19th and 20th Century paintings on permanent display. Current exhibition: The Natural World – The Artwork of George, Eileen, and Eva Soper (24 June – 17 September).

Whitby Coliseum

Victoria Place, Whitby. YO21 1EZ. Tel: 01947 825000. Cinema, theatre, events. Café (currently being refurbished). Internet Café. Community Offices, theatre and meeting rooms available for hire. Network Shop for affordable, nearly new furniture and household items (in Station Square). Walled Garden Community Volunteer Project. For more information, check out the Coliseum’s Facebook page or website: www.whitbycoliseum. co.uk or email info@whitbycoliseum.com.

WHITBY PAVILION/PAVILION THEATRE

West Cliff, Whitby. YO21 3EN. Cinema, theatre, shows, events. Café. Shows and events for August: This is Merseybeat (04/08); Wrong Jovi (11/08); A Summer’s Night at the Musicals - The

Farewell Show (12/08); Magic Mike’s Summer Show (14/08); Thank ABBA for the Music (26/08); The Big Time Pro Wrestling Experience (26/08). Cinema for August: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (12a) (01 & 03/08); Elemental (12a) (06, 07, 08, 09 & 10/08); Mission: Impossible Part 1 (07, 08, 09 & 10/08); Barbie 12a (13, 15, 16 & 17/08). All details correct at time of going to press. For more information and tickets visit Whitby Pavilion in person, call 01947 824770 or check out their website www.whitbypavilion.co.uk (booking fees apply).

WHITBY RAILWAY COMMUNITY SHOP & CAFE

1 Raglan Tce, Whitby (next to First In, Last Out pub). A welcoming community hub for the residents of Fishburn Park, which includes a general store for everyday essentials, and a café/ warm space where there is always something happening – include a book, sewing and games clubs, activities for children and a get-together for residents Whitby Court care home There is also a Community Fridge regularly filled with free food donated by local stores. Manned by volunteers, normal opening times are Mon-Sat 9.00am-5.00pm & Sun 10am-4pm (times may vary according to availability of volunteers. More volunteers needed – ask inside for further details).

ST. MATTHEW’S CHURCH, GROSMONT

Available for hire, especially for wedding receptions, fairs and music events. Exceptional acoustics. Please contact the secretary for details on whin74@yahoo.co.uk

Whitby Tennis Club

Caedmon College, behind Whitby and Esk Valley Astro Turf facility. Current members and new members welcome. We have Club nights 5.30 –8.00pm on Monday and Thursday evenings, and Sunday morning meets so please get in touch on our Facebook page, if you would like to come and join us. Please note that we do not have a junior section at the present time. Age 18 and over. Our full season costs only £35.00.

What’s On listings are free for local charities and community organisations and ideally should not exceed 20 words. For all other event organisers, a small charge of £20 applies. For more info please email info@whitbyadvertiser.co.uk or call 01947 605500

Esk Valley Theatre

‘Deals and Deceptions’ a new play written by Mark Stratton at Esk Valley Theatre, Glaisdale, Whitby from Thursday 3rd to Saturday 26th August. Performances Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm. Matinees at 2.30pm on 3rd, 5th, 10th, 12th, 15th, 17th, 22nd & 24th August. Tickets available from EVT Box Office: 01947 897587 or from the website at www.eskvalleytheatre.co.uk

Regular Weekly Events

EVERY DAY

Whitby Whalers u3a . Day time activities throughout the week for those no longer in full time work: arts, languages, lectures, exercise, history, social groups and much more. Variety of venues. www.u3asites.org.uk/whitby

EVERY MONDAY

Tai Chi for Beginners Hawsker Village Hall 7pm. First lesson free then £4 pounds thereafter. Contact John 07434 833540

EVERY TUESDAY

Whitby Jets Basketball Training Term time only at Whitby Leisure Centre. All ballers welcome. Timings: 7–11-year-olds 16:30-17:30 and 12–18-year-olds 17:30- 18:45. See Whitby Jets Facebook page for details or email whitbyjetsbasketball@gmail.com.

Pathfinders Youth Group in Whitby . Every Friday: 6pm to 8pm at Eastside Community Hub, YO22 4EA. The Youth Group is a safe haven for ages 10 and up to socialise, meet new friends, play games and lots of fun activities. Our groups teachings and principles are Christian based. We focus on uplifting and enriching our youth to grow and excel at being the best version of themselves. Contact us: pathfinders.whitby@gmail.com

Pilates 11:15am to 12:15pm at the Coliseum, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ.

EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY

Outdoor Target Archery on Eskdale School Field 7.00pm to 9.00 pm. Archery GB members welcome. https://whitbyarchers.co.uk/Home.html

Every Wednesday

Whitby WellBeing Cafe run by Dementia Forward at the Coliseum, Victoria Place. 1.00 pm -3.00 pm. Cost £3 per person. A social afternoon for people living with dementia and those that support them. Come and join us to meet new friends, take part in activities and enjoy cakes & hot drinks. To register an interest call Dementia Forward 03300 578592 or email: info@dementiaforward.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & SUNDAY

Marske & Loftus Badminton Club at Loftus Cricket & Athletic Club, 7pm till late. Looking for new members. First night is free, contact Paul on 07702 756669.

EVERY THURSDAY

St. Matthew’s Summer Cafe every Thursday in St. Matthew’s Church 10.30 - 3pm. Homemade cakes, hot and cold butties, coffee and tea served. Please come along and support our cafe, raising money for local charities. Volunteers needed, please contact Tammy on 01947 895309.

Summer Club for 5-10 year olds. Every Thursday 10am – 12 noon from 27 July to 24 August at West Cliff Church, Albert Place/Skinner Street, Whitby (next to Youngs Jewellers). Crafts, Games, Bible Stories, Refreshments. Free entry. For further details/to register call 07535 977970 or 01947 605346.

Whitby Museum Tour at Whitby Museum , Pannett Park, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 1RE Most Thursdays at 11am. Normal admission charges apply. Please call ahead 01947 602908 to check if the tour is running or check our social media pages.

EVERY FRIDAY

AgeUK North Yorkshire Coast and Moors Energy and Advice drop-in session at Whitby Library (note change of venue) 10am until 12noon. Offering advice on Energy and help with fuel bills, Social care, benefit checks and housing and homelessness. For further information email jim. johnson@ageuknycm.org.uk

What’s On

EVERY FRIDAY (CONTINUED)

Ballroom, Latin and sequence social dancing. Sleights Village Hall every Friday evening 8.15pm to 10.30pm; Basic for beginners 7.30pm. Sleights Village Hall. Tel: 07971 606360 (Please note: with effect from September 1st, revised times will be 7.45pm to 10pm and there will not be any basics for beginners)

Saturday July 22

School’s Out! Summer ‘Fun-draiser’ at Whitby Rugby Club , White Leys Road, Whitby 12 noon –5pm. £1 admission (Under 18s free). Free bouncy castle. Raffle, stalls, food, games and lots more.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY JULY 22-23

Whitby Steampunk Weekend. Billed as ‘a cornucopia of delightful indulgences and fanciful extravagances for all your sumptuous decadent desires, dreams and pleasures, and all held indoors within the beautiful Whitby Pavilion”’ An exciting weekend with lots of activities, presentations and demonstrations lined up as well as the most fabulous Steampunk Retail Emporium. Family friendly, and free daytime entry.

Every Saturday

Whitby Walking Group. Starting from various locations. Approx. 10 miles. Visitors welcome. E-mail: rogercrowther@talktalk.net Phone: 01723 267019.

The Cinder Track parkrun. A free, weekly, timed 5k walk/jog/run at 9:00am every Saturday starting on the Whitby Sixth Form site. Open to all ages and abilities. Register for FREE at https://www. parkrun.org.uk/thecindertrack/

Every Sunday

Whitby Car Boot at Skelder Farm on the Guisborough road A171 opposite the Aislaby turn off. Start from Sunday 30 April. Open to public from 7.30am. Proceeds to St Hilda’s Church, Egton and St. Matthew’s Church, Grosmont. £1 per car entrance (regretfully no pedestrian access to the site due to safety concerns), £7 trade car, £10 small van, £12 large van.) Refreshments served.

Every Weekend

Whitby Rifle Club. Sports and Social Club. Function rooms available for all occasions. Regular live entertainment Saturdays, Quiz every Sunday.

Art Fair at Hinderwell Village Hall . 10-4pm both days. displaying work by local artists. Light refreshments will be on sale.

SUNDAY JULY 23

Balmoral Acoustic Blues Club at Saltburn Conservative Club presents Nigel Wearne. Starts 8pm. Tickets £10 from 07960 935263.

MONDAY JULY 24

Whitby Flower Club meet in Sleights Village Hall at 2pm. Our demonstrator will be Kirsty Berridge. Non-members very welcome, admission £5. For details call Margaret on 603297.

WEDNESDAY JULY 26

Bingo at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. Doors open 1.30. Eyes down 2pm. £7 per book plus a flyer. Everyone welcome.

Bidi’s Interactive Family Stories at Whitby Museum, Pannett Park, Whitby, YO21 1RE. Session times 11am -12 noon, 1pm - 2pm, 2:30pm3:30pm. No booking necessary. Normal admission charges apply.

Whitby WI meeting in the Northern Lights Suite at Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff YO21 3EN from 7pm. Defibrillator Training. All welcome – come and join us! Meetings on the 4th Wednesday of every month (except August)

THURSDAY JULY 27

‘Matilda The Musical’ (2022) (PG). Cinema at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. An adaptation of the Tony and Olivier awardwinning musical. Matilda tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination, dares to take a stand to change her story with miraculous results. Matinee 2pm, Evening 7pm. Tickets £5 available from the Coliseum Centre.

THURSDAY TO SUNDAY JULY 27-30

Whitby Beer Festival returns , celebrating its 12th anniversary at Whitby Mission & Seafarers Centre. Serving over 30 of the best ales and ciders. Ticket price is £5 and will include a commemorative glass for you to keep. Open 12 noon – 10pm daily (except Sunday – ends at 4pm). Children Welcome.

PANDAs Post Natal Support group. We run on the last Thursday of the month at Whitby Library 9:30-10:30am. For more information, please check our Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/ pandaswhitby.

FRIDAY JULY 28

Jazz Friday from 1pm to 3 pm-ish at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.

SATURDAY JULY 29

Hinderwell Sports Club are hosting a dance in Hinderwell Village Hall when the Pretenders, a 60’s Band will provide the music. Tickets available on the door. For further information please visit Hinderwell Village Facebook page.

Saltburn Blues Club presents The Terraplanes Blues Band with support by A Couple Of Culprits at New Marske Institute , TS11 8EG. Starts 7.30pm. Tickets £15 from The Spar Saltburn, Ents24.com and 07960 935263. For more info, please visit https://www.saltburnbluesclub.co.uk

SUNDAY JULY 30

Summer Fair at St. Matthew’s Church, Grosmont. Craft stalls, tombola, grand summer draw and refreshments 11am-3pm.

What’s On

MONDAY TO FRIDAY JULY 31 – AUGUST 4

Whitby InterActive Summer Playscheme at Stakesby School, Byland Road, Whitby YO21 1HY. For children of all abilities, aged 5 to 11. £70 per child for the week. To book, please ring Whitby 601259.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 2

Bidi’s Interactive Family Stories at Whitby Museum, Pannett Park, Whitby, YO21 1RE. Session times 11am -12 noon, 1pm - 2pm, 2:30pm3:30pm. No booking necessary. Normal admission charges apply.

FRIDAY AUGUST 4

152nd Hinderwell Show at the Show Field on Runswick Lane, Hinderwell, TS13 5HR from 9am. Entry £6.00 adults, £3.00 children, under 5’s free entry, family ticket 2 adults/2 children £15.00. Free car parking on the Show Field. Horse and Pony classes, Sheep, Ferrets, Novelty Dog Show, Vintage Machinery, Confectionery, Handicrafts, Garden and Agricultural Produce. Added attractions for children including Digger Land, Donkey Rides and many more. Trade stands and a Craft tent too. Free Shuttle Bus runs from Staithes Memorial Hall from 10am. For further information about the Show please call 01947 840179.

The Whitby & District Ladies Luncheon Club invite you to come and celebrate ‘YORKSHIRE

DAY ’ with a special lunch at the Saxonville Hotel, Ladysmith Avenue, Whitby YO21 3HX, 12pm for 12.30pm. There will also be a speaker and an ‘All Things Yorkshire’ Raffle. The cost for this special lunch is £27 per person. If you are interested and would like further information or to make a booking, please contact Hilda Gregson on (01947 821591) or e-mail: hildagregson@aol.co.uk. Closing date for bookings is Thursday 27th July.

Jazz Friday from 1pm to 3 pm-ish at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.

Lunchtime Concert in St John’s, Brunswick Street, Whitby at 11:45am, with Jenny Hill & Nick Thompson. Traditional folk music for voice, violin and other instruments. Retiring collection for Cancer Research.

FRIDAY TO SUNDAY AUGUST 4-6

Whitby Traction Engine Rally. Takes place next to Whitby Abbey, Hawsker Lane, YO22 4JR. A full programme of top steam fair attractions including Tractor Pulling, Steam Engines, Classic Cars, Vintage Tractors, Classic Motorcycles, Fairground Organs, Miniature Steam Engines, Stationary Engines and Vintage Commercials. The event also includes Trade Stands, Autojumble, Craft and Fine Food Marquee, Old Time and Modern Funfair, Nonstop Arena Entertainment, Catering & Licensed Bar. Don’t miss the Spectacular Firework Display on Saturday evening!

SATURDAY AUGUST 5

Bradley’s Fun Day. Raising awareness and funds for shaken babies and their outcomes. Wooden Horse Playground, St Hilda’s RC School, Waterstead Lane, Whitby YO21 1PZ from 12 noon – 4.00pm. Bouncy castle, stalls, tombola, raffle face painting and more.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY AUGUST 5-6

Dippy Craft & Gift Fair. Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3EN. Open 9.30am-4.30pm.

With around 50 stalls of locally produced crafts, it’s a fair with something for everyone, and not to be missed! Free entry & dogs welcome.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 9

Bidi’s Interactive Family Stories at Whitby Museum, Pannett Park, Whitby, YO21 1RE. Session times 11am -12 noon, 1pm - 2pm, 2:30pm3:30pm. No booking necessary. Normal admission charges apply.

‘Sindy Swing’ Tea Dance at the Royal Hotel, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3HT 2.00-4.30pm. £3 entry includes tea/coffee and biscuits. Proceeds to Whitby Lifeboats.

FRIDAY AUGUST 11

Lunchtime Concert in St John’s, Brunswick Street , Whitby at 11:45am. Piano solos and duets, including Beethoven, Chopin, Grieg & Debussy with Roger & Lesley Hall. Retiring collection for Cancer Research.

SATURDAY AUGUST 12

A Summer’s Night at the Musicals - The Farewell Show at Whitby Pavilion Theatre, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3EN. Whitby’s very own Spot On Musicals return for one more night of scorching show-stopping songs from the West End and beyond! Starring a host of local well-known faces from the Whitby stage - a night of musical theatre not to be missed. Doors 7pm, show starts 7:30pm. Tickets: £10 (plus bookings fees). For more information and tickets visit Whitby Pavilion in person, call 01947 824770 or check out their website www.whitbypavilion.co.uk (booking fees apply).

SATURDAY TO MONDAY AUGUST 12-14

Whitby Regatta. A full weekend of entertainment, yacht racing, rowing races, parades, beach competitions and much, much more! Watch out for Spit & Polish Classic Car Rally, RAF Battle of Britain Lancaster Flying Display and the fabulous RAF Red Arrows Aerobatic Display Team! Stalls & Fairground on Monday. Full details in the official programme available at various outlets throughout the town. Ends with spectacular firework display 9.45pm Monday. See http:// www.whitbyregatta.co.uk for further details.

TUESDAY AUGUST 15

Pub quiz at Whitby Rugby Club, White Leys Road, YO21 3PB. Starts at 7pm.£2 entry per person with fresh stone baked pizzas from £10. Raising funds for Northern Lights Therapy Service, a community group provide long-term counselling to adults who have experienced the often devastating consequences of abuse and trauma.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 16

Bidi’s Interactive Family Stories at Whitby Museum , Pannett Park, Whitby, YO21 1RE. Session times 11am -12 noon, 1pm - 2pm, 2:30pm3:30pm. No booking necessary. Normal admission charges apply.

FRIDAY AUGUST 18

Lunchtime Concert in St John’s, Brunswick Street, Whitby at 11:45am. Original poetry performed by Adrienne Silcock & Jenny Hill. Retiring collection for Cancer Research.

What’s On

SATURDAY TO FRIDAY AUGUST 19-25 to contribute, contact Kevin on 07824775681 or kev88hw@gmail.com or Celia on 880646.

Whitby Folk Week. The annual festival of song, dance and storytelling with daily workshops, concerts, ceilidhs, dances, sessions, talks & presentations and other activities and events. For more info call 01977 792205, Email: folk@ whitbyfolk.co.uk, visit https://www.whitbyfolk. co.uk or their Facebook Page www.facebook.com/ whitbyfolkweek. The Festival Office is based at Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3EN and is open on Saturday from 11am to 5.30pm. From Sunday, the opening times are from 9.30am to 5.30pm, with an early close on the final day at 4pm.

SATURDAY TO MONDAY AUGUST 26-28

Whitby Historical Experience. Takes place next to Whitby Abbey, Hawsker Lane, YO22 4JR. Entertainment for all the family. Experience the sights and sounds from 5th century BC through to WW2 through re-enactments including Vikings, American Civil War and others in two arenas. Living history displays exhibiting both genuine and replica equipment; weapons, military vehicles, uniforms etc, specialist & general trade stands, firing displays, sword fighting, have a go at axe throwing and/or archery & experience the thrill of a ride in an armoured tank. Catering outlets, licensed bar with stage for live performances.

SATURDAY AUGUST 26

Strawberry Cream Tea at Hinderwell Village Hall from 2.30-4.00 pm. Cost £5.00 adults, £2.50 children. There will also be a Tombola, Raffle and a Cake Stall. We will endeavour to cater for special dietary requirements. We look forward to welcoming you to this event hosted by the members of St Hilda’s Church, Hinderwell.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 23

Meet the Curator of Natural History at Whitby Museum , Pannett Park, Whitby YO21 1RE. 10ammidday. Normal admission charges apply. No Booking necessary.

FRIDAY AUGUST 25

Jazz Friday from 1pm to 3 pm-ish at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.

Lunchtime Concert in St John’s, Brunswick Street, Whitby at 11:45am, with Fylingdales Folk Choir. Songs old and new in glorious a capella harmony. Retiring collection for Cancer Research.

FRIDAY TO MONDAY AUGUST 25-28

‘Hawsker and Stainsacre Past and Present 2023 ‘ Exhibition at All Saints Church Hawsker from 7-9pm (August 25th) 10.30-4pm (26th - 28th). Anyone with items of local interest who would like

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 30

Bidi’s Interactive Family Stories at Whitby Museum , Pannett Park, Whitby, YO21 1RE. Session times 11am -12 noon, 1pm - 2pm, 2:30pm3:30pm. No booking necessary. Normal admission charges apply.