14/09/2026
Autumn in Whitby just hits differently. šš»š
Thoughts are already turning to one of our favourite times of the year on the Yorkshire coast⦠Halloween in Whitby.
As the nights draw in, the town takes on a completely different atmosphere. Whitby Abbey looks even more dramatic against the darkening skies, the old streets and 199 Steps feel that little bit spookier, and the townās famous Dracula connections suddenly seem perfectly at home.
Thereās plenty to look forward to too, including the spectacular Illuminated Whitby Abbey and the Halloween Whitby Goth Weekend, when the town fills with incredible outfits, photographers and visitors from across the country.
Add in Whitbyās gothic history, ghost stories, cosy pubs and dark autumn evenings overlooking the harbour, and itās easy to see why autumn is one of the very best times of year to visit.