Whitby, nestled along the Yorkshire coast, boasts a plethora of shops, eateries, and a stunning beach. It's also home to the UK's best bus route that delivers you straight to its heart.

       Perched on the Yorkshire coastline, just an hour away from York, Whitby is bisected by the River Esk's tranquil flow into the North Sea. Overlooking this idyllic scene are the dramatic ruins of Whitby Abbey.

       The town offers a variety of accommodation options, from caravan parks to snug log cabins and welcoming B&Bs, all conveniently located near the beach, making it perfect for family retreats.

       For those venturing to Whitby, the acclaimed Coastliner 840 service provides a link between the historic towns of Whitby, Leeds, and York, and has been named Britain's Most Scenic Bus Route.

       This prestigious title was awarded to the Coastliner's 840 service after a national poll of bus enthusiasts. The celebrated route ends in Whitby, famous for its secluded beaches and charming vistas.

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       Barry, 53, runs Stokers Café in the centre of Whitby. He previously told Express.co.uk: “I wouldn’t know where to start.

       “I mean it’s a beautiful place with a beautiful coastline, very nice friendly town and a lot of history. It’s a beautiful place to live, the history of Whitby, the scenery, the North Yorkshire moors surrounding.”

       Marie, 57, who serves customers at The Whitby Shop, praised the town for its timeless allure, stating: "It's old and charming and very safe."

       She further added that aside from the "friendly people" and "decent beaches", after nine years of residence she noted, "Everything's nearby, it's very pretty and a real calm influence, it gets under your skin."

       The cultural heartbeat of the town is palpable during Whitby Folk Week when locals and visitors alike can immerse themselves in art and culture, with workshops sprinkling the calendar.

       For those seeking a unique spectacle, the historic Whitby Regatta presents an unmissable tableau of rowing races, performances, and a dazzling firework display.

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       Whitby resident and the iconic The Whitby Way pub landlady, Tammy Goldstone-Smith, has described the town as "absolutely breathtaking"

       She got married at the 12th-century Church of St Mary last February.

       Speaking to Express.co.uk, she said: “Obviously that is my favourite place in Whitby because even though it was a freezing cold February wet day - it was still my dream wedding because of where we were.

       “The fact that it was Whitby just made the day extra special.”

       Interestingly, Whitby has a strange connection to the famous tale of Dracula, due to Its author visiting the town in 1890.

       Author Bram Stroker, who wrote the world famous novel in 1897, took inspiration from Whitby when imagining the gothic architecture for the famous tale after a friend recommended he stay there after a theatrical tour of Scotland.