Riviera Guesthouse Guide to Half Term and Halloween 2026
The Riviera Guesthouse Guide to Half Term and Halloween 2026 Whitby is festooned with fearsome Halloween folktales of ghosts, ghoulies and has connections with the most famous vampire in the world. Here is our Riviera Guesthouse guide to Halloween and Half Term 2026 Be sure to book your stay today! North Yorkshire Moors Railway […]
The Yorkshire ‘X-Files’ – Our Guide
The Yorkshire ‘X-Files’ – Our Guide If you drive, walk or cycle across the stunning North York Moors National Park, you will see a large pyramid (officially a tetrahedron) dominating the skyline. This is part of RAF Fylingdales, a radar station which began operating in 1963 at the height of the Cold War. This globally […]
Heritage Open Days in Whitby September 2026
Heritage Open Days, Whitby September 2026 September is not only the start of a new academic year, it’s also the month of Heritage Open Days in Whitby! Heritage Open Days are England’s largest festival of history and culture. These annual dates offer a chance for history and heritage lovers to see ‘behind the scenes’ […]
Whitby Railway Station – A Compact History
Whitby Railway Station As we are just a few minutes’ walk from Whitby Railway Station, we thought it was time to dig a bit deeper into this impressive building. We can often hear the steam locomotives in the Summer. Guests can walk to and from the station making public transport a good option for Whitby. […]
Riviera Guesthouse Here Comes The Summer 2026
Riviera Guesthouse Here Comes Summer! Our family-run guesthouse is in the heart of Whitby, and with two school-aged children to entertain, we understand how stressful the summer holidays can be! Being in such a fabulous place on the Yorkshire Coast, Whitby offers a real mix of events and places to visit in 2026. Book […]
North York Moors National Park 2026 Events
Riviera Guesthouse and the North York Moors National Park Our family-run independent guesthouse in the heart of Whitby is just a few miles from the North York Moors National Park. This popular national park includes stunning scenery: from forest to clifftop walks to quaint villages and market towns. In 2026, why not enjoy what our […]
Riviera Guesthouse Guide to Whitby Goth Weekend ®
Whitby Goes Gothic! Here is the Riviera Guesthouse guide to getting the most out of the Whitby Goth Weekend ® experience. The Spring 2026 event takes place Thursday 30th April, Friday 1st, Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd May 2026. Details correct at time of posting, so please check dates and timings before you book/travel. What […]
Whitby and the King Charles III England Coast Path
Riviera Guesthouse and Long Distance Walking Trails Here at the Riviera Guesthouse, we have many lovely walks on the doorstep. And with the King Charles III England Coast Path now officially open, there’s never been a better time to dig out the walking attire! Our ‘part’ of this 2,700 miles long distance route is in […]
Riviera Guesthouse – Guide to Parking in Whitby
Our Guide to Parking in Whitby Parking in Whitby The Riviera Guesthouse overlooks the stunning Yorkshire cliffs, coastline and North Sea in the lovely seaside town of Whitby. And therein lies the problem. With such a lovely town to visit, where do I park in Whitby, we hear you ask. We have the ocean on […]
Our Guide to Whitby’s Historic Streets 2026
Our Guide to Whitby’s Historic Streets Here at the Riviera Guesthouse in Whitby, we are thankful for living and working in such a fabulous place on the Yorkshire Coast. Whitby has a true sense of place. It has a long history, which is absorbed into the streets, architecture and landscape. The town is now a […]