The naming of the celebration as “Easter” seems to go back to the name of a pre-Christian goddess in England, Eostre, who was celebrated at beginning of spring. The only reference to this goddess comes from the writings of the Venerable Bede, a British monk who lived in the late seventh and early eighth century. […]
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What is a Self Check-in? Self-check-in/out-Self check-in and check-out kiosks allow guests to check-in and check-out from the accommodation. This is valuable when a holiday home is particularly busy as it gives guests the freedom to check-in and check-out on their own time, which is mutually beneficial for both the guest and the staff. There are […]
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Some accommodations may require an extra per night charge and/or a deposit. Pet owners will be responsible for their canine companions and for any excessive damage they may cause. You will be required to sign a pet waiver upon check in. Additional restrictions may apply and full accommodation details are available upon request So why […]
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Old Saltburn is the original settlement, located in the Saltburn Gill. Records are scarce on its origins, but it was a center for smugglers, and publican John Andrew is referred to as the ‘king of smugglers’.[3] In 1856, the hamlet consisted of the Ship Inn and a row of houses, occupied by farmers and fishermen.[2] In the […]
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Boxing Day is celebrated on the next day after Christmas in the United Kingdom and British territories. People give money and presents to the needy on this auspicious day. Christmas festivities are in full swing in the UK and other British countries as they look forward to celebrating Boxing Day on December 26, 2022. In Britain, it […]
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Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, a spiritual leader whose teachings form the basis of their religion. It is a yearly celebration marking Jesus Christ’s birth; it is observed on the 25th of December as a cultural and religious celebration among a lot of people all over […]
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Whitby is a seaside town, port and civil parish in the Scarborough borough of North Yorkshire, England. Situated on the east coast of Yorkshire at the mouth of the River Esk, Whitby has a maritime, mineral and tourist heritage. Its East Cliff is home to the ruins of Whitby Abbey, where Cædmon, the earliest recognised English […]
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The bench can be found near the Whalebones up on West Cliff overlooking the town. When you visit Whitby you can sit on the bench to admire the view, but don’t forget that you are sitting in the place where Bram Stoker created his most famous character Dracula back in the 1890’s. Why is Whitby famous […]
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Are you visiting Whitby this Autumn or Halloween? Then you have to visit Illuminated Abbey! A night to see Whitby Abbey lit up in all the colours of the rainbow. But if you’re able, the very best way to access the abbey is by climbing (and counting!) Whitby’s famous 199 steps. Entrance fees for Whitby […]
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Peasholm Park, voted 6th Best Park in the UK and 25th Best Park in the whole of Europe in the Trip Advisor Traveller’s Choice Awards, is situated in Scarborough’s North Bay and is a must-see for anyone visiting the Yorkshire Coast. Another event to look for this year is Moonlight on the Lake in Scarborough. […]
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