We are a small museum in the heart of Whitby in the 17th century house where the young James Cook lodged as an apprentice
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Nov 1, 2024
This is a very interesting museum, tucked away in a quaint side street in Whitby. You follow your nose around the house and self-guide. When we visited, a knowledgeable staff member was on hand to an… Full review by naughtyoscar
Nov 1, 2024
Nice little museum learned about Captain Cook and his voyages. Also the rooms were set out like they would be for the time. So it was great to see it in all it's glory. I feel it didn't take that … Full review by Jemma S
Oct 20, 2024
we enjoyed our stay in Whitby and we had some lovely food with a good choice of venues. Unfortunately, the weather was rather wet which did restrict our plans for tripping out. our accommodation had … Full review by 4jud
hi there coming to visit in july and def coming to the museum, I have heard there is a replica of the Endeavor in the harbour? Is the correct? Kind regards Di
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I don’t think it’s been there for several years. But I believe it comes out on occasion.. I may be wrong, sorry not overslept helpful
Hi i see a lot of reviews mentioning the steps but is there any lift or other access for wheelchair users? I would like to visit this week but My wife is confined to a chair.
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Wheelchair users now have access to the ground floor and to the first floor via a specially installed lift. A DVD of the upper floor and the attic is available to view while at the …
Wheelchair users now have access to the ground floor and to the first floor via a specially installed lift. A DVD of the upper floor and the attic is available to view while at the museum, which shows the Artists and Scientists rooms on the second floor. This is updated every year to show the year's special exhibition in the attic above. Records of exhibitions from earlier years may also be viewed. However, our lift is now out of service and there is no access to the first floor. As they can only see the ground floor and DVD, wheel users will be given free entrance until the lift is repaired.
I am afraid we only allow Guide dogs. We do have a courtyard where , if visiting in a group, one of you could wait with the dog. Although I must admit it might be too long a wait. The visit …
I am afraid we only allow Guide dogs. We do have a courtyard where , if visiting in a group, one of you could wait with the dog. Although I must admit it might be too long a wait. The visit can take from 1.5 to 2 hrs. Kind regards, Maria Aparicio (Operations Manager)
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