Your visit at a glance
St Mary's Church, Whitby is a Church of England (Anglican) church at Abbey Plain, Whitby in Whitby, England. Sunday services include Eucharist or Morning Prayer at 11:15. Confirm the current schedule with the church before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
Worship together
Church service times
The usual schedule recorded for this church. Check the official church notice or newsletter for this week’s arrangements. Times are local to the UK.
- Sunday11:15
Eucharist or Morning Prayer
First to fourth Sundays; Common Worship with hymns
Source checked 18 July 2026- Saturday10:30
Eucharist
Said service using Common Worship
Source checked 18 July 2026
The church & its community
About St Mary's Church, Whitby
St Mary's Church stands on the East Cliff beside the ruins of Whitby Abbey, at the head of the famous 199 steps from the old town. Founded around 1110, it is one of the few churches in England to retain a complete Georgian interior, with box pews, a three-decker pulpit and galleries. The churchyard helped inspire Bram Stoker's Dracula, written during the author's stay in Whitby in 1890. It remains the Church of England parish church of Whitby and is open to visitors daily.
- Christian tradition
- Church of England (Anglican)
- Town & country
- Whitby, England
- Postcode
- YO22 4JT
- Diocese
- Diocese of York
A little preparation helps
Planning your first visit
- Choose a service. Check the church’s current notice for changes, especially at Christmas, Easter or on bank holidays.
- Plan your arrival. Use the address below and ask about the entrance, parking or public transport if you need help.
- Let someone welcome you. Tell a steward or welcomer it is your first visit; you can ask where to sit and how to follow the service.
What is worship in this tradition usually like?
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
This describes the wider tradition. The format at this particular church may vary.
Visit with confidence
Accessibility and facilities
Specific access facilities have not been confirmed in this listing. This does not mean the church is inaccessible.
Other listed facilities and activities
- 18th-century interior and box pews
- Beside Whitby Abbey
- 199 steps from the old town
- Daily opening to visitors
Ask the church about your particular requirements, including the route from the entrance to seating and toilets. A listed feature may not describe every part of the building.
Questions to ask about access →Questions about St Mary's Church, Whitby
Where is St Mary's Church, Whitby?
St Mary's Church, Whitby is located at Abbey Plain, Whitby, Whitby, YO22 4JT, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St Mary's Church, Whitby?
St Mary's Church, Whitby is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of York. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at St Mary's Church, Whitby?
The listed schedule for St Mary's Church, Whitby is Sunday 11:15 (Eucharist or Morning Prayer); Saturday 10:30 (Eucharist). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact St Mary's Church, Whitby?
You can contact St Mary's Church, Whitby through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St Mary's Church, Whitby?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, St Mary's Church, Whitby welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.