Whitby and its ruined abbey are key locations in Bram Stoker's 1897 novel. English Heritage, which runs the abbey, said a Dracula-themed theatre act will be performed in the ruins each evening.

The historic Whitby Abbey is seen illuminated on October 27, 2015 in Whitby, England. The Abbey was part of the inspiration for Irish author Bram Stoker's novel "Dracula." Ian Forsyth/Getty Images ...

Whitby Abbey facts . Location.Whitby, North Yorkshire, England. Monastery.This spectacular headland was first founded as a monastery in AD657 by King Oswy of Northumbria.

Whitby Abbey is one of over 200 attractions around the UK that Blue Peter badge holders can get into for free. To gain free entry, each child must have a Blue Peter badge, a valid Blue Peter badge ...

Whitby Abbey was first established as a monastery in 657 AD and later became a Benedictine abbey - we have included its history along with some photos of Whitby Abbey through the years.

St Mary's graveyard, near Whitby Abbey, has become popular with visitors to the Yorkshire town's annual goth weekend. It has prompted concerns the burial ground is not being treated respectfully.

Whitby Abbey was voted fifth most haunted place in the UK - with the Tower of London in taking the spooky top spot ...

North Yorkshire Police says it is investigating an assault which took place at Whitby Abbey last month (April 23). Officers say the incident happened at around 2.40pm on Wednesday, April 23 ...

“Menewood” continues Nicola Griffith’s epic portrayal of the abbess Hild of Whitby. By Amal El-Mohtar When you purchase an independently reviewed book through our site, we earn an affiliate ...

Whitby Abbey, the imposing ruins of the Benedictine monastery which was founded in the 11th century, will be the venue for six months of events to mark the anniversary from May.

Whitby Distillery is set to start work on a facility at Whitby (Image credit: Whitby Distillery) A Yorkshire gin maker is set to start work in the autumn on new premises in the shadow of Whitby Abbey.