The Whitby Harbor is the base for the fishing fleet of the town .From here, Captain Cook set out on his voyage of discovery to Australia in 1768.

Whitby Lighthouse was built by Trinity House in 1858 on Ling Hill, close to the harbor. It is designed by James Walker and was originally a pair of towers which aligned north-south; showing fixed lights over Whitby Rock. The station became more accessible in 1890 when a more prominent light was installed in the smaller tower and the other closed down.

Whitby Lighthouse was automated in 1992. It is monitored and controlled by telemetry link from the Trinity House Central Planning Unit located at Harwich.

• The walk can be tricky, undertake only if you are physically fit.
• It is advisable to ask the locals about the opening and closing hours.
• During rains, avoid going to the lighthouse.

• Entry is free.

• Ask the local about the opening time of the lighthouse.

• Take a hike from the harbor.

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