Benson's Gem
Whitby, Yorkshire
🚆 Nearest station: · 0.3 mi
🔌 Nearest public charging: · 0.2 mi (Open Charge Map)
🌊 Whitby: Excellent bathing water 0.6 mi · Environment Agency
Tucked into the heart of Whitby, Benson's Gem is a cosy cottage for two, ideal for a quiet break by the coast. With a bus stop, train station and EV charging all close by, you can easily leave the car behind and explore on foot or by public transport.
History lovers will enjoy being just moments from the Whitby Jet Heritage Centre, Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Cholmley House, all within a couple of minutes' walk. For a bite to eat, the Duke of York and The Golden Lion are both right on the doorstep. Whitby station is a short stroll away, and Whitby beach, with its excellent water quality, is under a mile away, perfect for a bracing walk along the sands.
History lovers will enjoy being just moments from the Whitby Jet Heritage Centre, Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Cholmley House, all within a couple of minutes' walk. For a bite to eat, the Duke of York and The Golden Lion are both right on the doorstep. Whitby station is a short stroll away, and Whitby beach, with its excellent water quality, is under a mile away, perfect for a bracing walk along the sands.
Facilities
- 🚌 Near a Bus Stop
- 🔌 EV Charging Nearby
- 🚆 Near a Train Station
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Where you'll be
Benson's Gem
Explore the area
Everything within reach of Benson's Gem — days out, famous places and the local food worth walking to.
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Things to do
Days out and attractions, nearest first
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 0.1 mi
Captain Cook Memorial Museum
This small museum in Whitby tells the story of Captain Cook, housed in the 17th-century building whe...
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 0.1 mi
Cholmley House
Abbey House is a historic building in Whitby, a town in North Yorkshire, England.
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 0.4 mi
Whitby Museum
Whitby Museum is an independent museum founded in 1823, set in Pannett Park in Whitby, North Yorkshi...
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 0.4 mi
Pannett Art Gallery
Art gallery and museum in Whitby, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 5.1 mi
Yorkshire Coast Dinosaur And Fossil Museum
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Places to visit
The famous spots within a day trip
Castle & Heritage · 0.2 mi
Whitby Abbey
Castle & Heritage · 3.8 mi
Old Mulgrave Castle
Castle & Heritage · 11.6 mi
Danby Castle
Stately Home & Palace · 13.6 mi
Hackness Hall
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Eat & drink local
The local legends within walking-ish distance
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