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Busby Stoop Inn

Busby Stoop Inn got its name from Thomas Busby who owned the Inn in 18th century. In 1702 Thomas was hung for the murder of his father – in – law. Reported Paranormal Activity Thomas had his own chair in which he always sat in, in the Inn. On the day of his hanging Thomas [...]

Whitby Abbey

Whitby Abbey was founded in 657 AD and built on the east cliff overlooking Whitby by the Saxon King. Whitby Abbey was a double Monastery with Benedictine Monks and Nuns. Vikings attacked the Abbey in 867 and was then abandoned until 1078. The Abbey was then re-founded by a Soldier-Monk named Regenfrith. King Henry 8th destroyed Whitby [...]

Scarborough Castle

William Le Gros built Scarborough Castle in the 12th century in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. The castle overlooks the town of Scarborough and the North Sea. It stands 75 meters above sea level. Scarborough Castle has survived a number of sieges during its lifetime. Today Scarborough Castle is under the control of the English Heritage who [...]