Whitby Christmas Festival Saturday brings late-night shopping, festive drinks and food offers

Visitors heading into Whitby for the Christmas Festival and Christmas Lights Switch-On weekend will have even more reasons to explore Baxtergate, with a number of local businesses confirming late-night opening on Saturday November 14.

From Christmas shopping and pharmacy services to sparkling wine, cocktails, hot drinks, cake and special food offers, Baxtergate businesses are welcoming festival-goers to make an evening of their visit and discover what the street has to offer.

The following businesses have confirmed they will be opening late on Saturday evening:

The Whitby Cobbler – keeping its doors open for visitors exploring Baxtergate, is home to over 350 styles of footwear. Purveyors of fine British handmade footwear who also repair and restore.

The Black Swann Shoppe Tobacco and Tackle – welcoming customers during the evening to view "Timeless Essentials for the Discerning Gentleman"; knives and outdoor kit, smoking accessories and fishing tackle and gear.

Scope - launching their new Christmas stock including greetings cards and toys, alongside pre-loved goods where every purchase helps fund vital calls to their helpline or coach a disabled person into work.

Boots – open late, including pharmacy services. Everyday essentials and an extensive range of health and beauty products from leading brands, fragrances for her and him and much more.

Saltrock - surf-inspired designs on apparel for everyone passionate about unique design, functionality and quality.

The extended opening provides an opportunity for residents and visitors to browse local businesses, pick up essentials and enjoy the atmosphere of Whitby during one of the town’s busiest festive weekends.

The Treasury Whitby will be sharing some seasonal sparkle with a special offer for festival-goers.

Purchase a sparkling wine and enjoy a second glass complimentary, making it an ideal opportunity to pause, raise a glass and toast the start of the Christmas season in the surroundings of Whitby’s historic former banking hall.

Whether meeting friends before the evening’s festivities or taking a break from Christmas shopping, The Treasury offers a celebratory stop on Baxtergate.

Ammonite & Alchemy will also be open, serving food, offering cocktail happy hour and providing hot drinks and cake for those looking for a festive refreshment.

There is an extra seasonal surprise in store, too, as Farmer Christmas will be popping by around 6pm. Visitors are invited to stop in, enjoy the atmosphere and see who they might encounter during the evening.

For those looking for a tasty evening treat, Al Taco will be serving a special offer to mark the occasion.

From 5pm to 7pm on Saturday November 14, customers can enjoy buy one, get one free tacos — a great excuse to bring a friend, grab a bite and enjoy the festivities.

The late-night shopping activity forms part of the wider effort to celebrate Whitby’s independent businesses and encourage visitors to explore beyond the main festival attractions.

With the Christmas Market, festival activities and Christmas Lights Switch-On bringing people into town across the weekend, Baxtergate offers another way to enjoy the occasion — combining local shopping, food, drinks and a warm welcome from its businesses.

Visitors are encouraged to explore the street, take advantage of the special offers and support the independent businesses that help make Whitby such a distinctive place to shop and celebrate.