Whitby may have a historic abbey, be steeped in history and boast connections with literary greats Bram Stoker and Lewis Carroll.
But according to a national survey the seaside town which inspired Dracula is just not exciting enough.
Both Whitby and its sister resort of Filey have both been branded among the most boring in the country.
The pollsters blamed a lack of glitzy attractions such as casinos, water parks, and other all weather entertainment venues for the poor scores.
But when the Daily Mail visited both resorts, they spoke to visitors who fiercely disagreed.
