Whitby (Day 1 of 2)

We met David and Tim
In Palm Springs in 2014 after Dave had an accident that smashed his face and broke his nose. We’ve remained in touch over the years and met again in Palm Springs on two occasions. An attempted trip to England in 2020 was crushed by the pandemic. Finally made it here today. Tim and Dave gave us a tour of the town, we had famous fish and chips and went pub hoping afterwords. Dave’s 90 year old father had us all in stitches. 🧵

Whitby's history is rich and diverse, spanning from its early Celtic roots to its development as a thriving port and later a popular seaside resort. Here's a brief timeline:

Early History:
71 AD:
The Brigantes, a Celtic tribe, controlled the area. Whitby was initially called Sinus Fari.

657 AD:
A monastery was founded at Streoneshalh (later Whitby) by King Oswiu of Northumbria.

Medieval Period:
13th century: Whitby Abbey, a Benedictine abbey, was built and became a significant religious center.

16th century: The abbey was destroyed during the Dissolution of the Monasteries.

18th and 19th Centuries:
18th century: Whitby developed into a major whaling port and shipbuilding center.

1753: The first Whitby whaling ship sailed to Greenland.

1795: Whitby was a major whaling port.

1839: Whitby's first railway line arrived, boosting tourism.

1830s: Whitby began to transform into a popular seaside resort.

Modern Era:
Late 19th Century:
Whitby became a tourist destination, with the addition of new terraces on the West Cliff.

20th Century:
Whitby continued to be a popular tourist destination and a center for Whitby jet jewelry and other local traditions. Rich cultural and historical heritage continues to attract visitors and contribute to the local economy.Read more