Fylingdales St Stephen's (Old Church) Whitby. Open during daylight hours. Free entry

Details

Accessibility:

There is limited parking. Access is via a gated path with several steps, so wheelchair users and visitors with mobility issues may require assistance. There are uneven pathways from both entrances to the churchyard which can be slippery in wet weather. There are no toilet facilities.

Brief Description:

St Stephens Old Church is a redundant Anglican church. Built in 1821 St Stephen's old church stands on the hillside at Fylingdales overlooking Robin Hood’s Bay. It is full of history from the North Sea fishing community. The architectural style of the church is Gothic Revival and it is a grade I listed building. It closed in 1870 when it was superseded by a new church.

Further Information

 Address:

Whitby Road, Robin Hoods Bay, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4PE

Email:

dlancaster@thecct.org.uk

Phone:

07874 053289

Website:

www.oldststephens.rhbay.co.uk

Opening Hours:

Open Daily during summer or by arrangement - keyholders details in porch.

Directions:

Take the A171 south out of Whitby towards Robin Hood's Bay. At the village of Hawsker, turn left at the Methodist Church onto the B1447. You will find Old St Stephen's Church along this road, on your right hand side, about a mile before you reach Robin Hood's Bay.

 OS NZ 942059

Transport:

Nearest railway station is Whitby (4.9 miles). Bus number 93 runs a regular service which goes past the church. For more travel information go to http://www.traveline.info or call 0871 200 22 33.

Amenities:

This is a rural area, with limited shops and amenities. However there are several hotels and B&Bs, and lots of amenities in nearby Scarborough and Whitby.