Little Pannett View
🏖️ 0.43 miles from Whitby (Excellent water quality)
Whitby, Yorkshire
Sleeps 2
£377 per break
Check availabilityMuseums & Galleries · Whitby
Whitby Museum
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Photo: Geni (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- See gigantic fossils and dinosaur footprints on the walls
- Learn about the history of the whaling industry
- View model ships and toys from before gaming era
- See Whitby jet and curiosities collections
- Visit a themed exhibition on curious and mysterious objects
Whitby Museum is an independent museum founded in 1823, set in Pannett Park in Whitby, North Yorkshire. Inside you'll find gigantic fossils and dinosaur footprints, displays on the history of the whaling industry, collections of model ships, toys, Whitby jet and other curiosities. It suits visitors of all ages and interests, from families to those fascinated by local history and natural curiosities. There's also a café, Flock Kitchen & Coffee, for refreshments during your visit. The museum is in Whitby, North Yorkshire, with Whitby station 0.3 miles away and Whitby beach 0.5 miles away, and there are 344 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays if you're planning an overnight trip.
Practical details
- Best for
- All ages and interests
From the attraction's own website on 27 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
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- ✓ WiFi
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