A traditional six-room guesthouse on Whitby's Church Street, with four-poster beds and its own dress shop downstairs.
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About The Shepherds Purse
The Shepherds Purse occupies a traditional building on Church Street in Whitby, one of just six rooms making up this small, characterful guesthouse in the heart of North Yorkshire's coastal town. Its period style comes through in details such as four-poster beds, giving the rooms a quaint, old-fashioned feel rather than a corporate one, and each comes with its own en-suite bathroom. Downstairs there's also a dress shop, an unusual addition that adds to the building's individual character.
Guests have access to a garden and 24-hour reception, useful for coming and going at odd hours after a day exploring the coast. Parking is available on site, a genuine convenience in a town where street parking can be tight.
The location on Church Street puts Whitby Abbey within easy reach, along with a good spread of nearby pubs, bars and restaurants for evening meals. Those wanting to fill the day further will find golf, fishing, watersports and other entertainment all close by, making it a practical base for a varied stay on the Yorkshire coast.
Reception hours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
We stayed in this beautiful guest house. Our room was The Dove Loft, it was beautifully presented and very spacious with a cute little courtyard. It's in a great location in Whitby. The owner was friendly and lovely. I would definitely recommend this place 💜
2 months ago · via Google
This is a review for the Ayurveda foot massage which I had in the gorgeous setting of shepherds purse. As soon as you walk through into the secluded courtyard you are surrounded by a wonderful atmosphere and gorgeous setting. I met Michelle in a cosy calm room for my treatment and after a lovely chat where she instantly puts you at ease she began the treatment. I’ve never had a foot massage before but it was incredible! A floral footbath followed by a scrub and cream and then I was moved onto the warm treatment bed where she used a variety of massage techniques and tools to massage my feet and lower legs. I thought it would be a lovely experience but I wasn’t prepared for how incredible it actually felt, it was most definitely needed and I left feeling completely relaxed like I’d had a full body massage! Truly amazing! I can’t recommend Michelle enough, every treatment is different and lovely and she is such a wonderful person who puts you instantly at ease. It’s now become a yearly must to choose a treatment every time I visit Whitby. I was hoping to work my way through them all but I may just keep going back for this one as I loved it so much ☺️
9 months ago · via Google
Booked a two night stay and wasn't disappointed - The Shepherds Purse is a romantic little gem, hidden down a cobbled alley amongst the quaint streets of Whitby's old town. It's like walking into a secret garden, with an abundance of plants and cute sitting areas for guests. We thoroughly enjoyed staying in our cosy room with four-poster bed and sitting in the courtyard having a cuppa with the fairy lights twinkling away! The bistro right next door is only a few metres away, serving lovely food with plenty of seating and friendly staff. Rooms are a short walk from Whitby Abbey, the harbour and lots of charming gift shops, pubs and cafés. Even though it's close to lots of amenities, it's surprisingly quiet when sitting outside the property. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, thank you!
a year ago · via Google
we had a wonderful stay here. The location is very central and it's a totally unique and boutique hotel
7 months ago · via Google
This guesthouse offers quaint rooms with details such as 4-poster beds, plus a dress shop.
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At a glance
- Address
- The Old Workshops, Sanders Yard, Church Street, Whitby, YO22 4DU Get directions
- Property type
- Guest Accommodation
- Location
- 95 Church Street, Whitby
- Destination
- Whitby