Crafty Cove

Crafty Cove is a quirky Whitby independent that blends souvenir-shop energy with custom printing, alternative clothing and handmade or personalised gifts. Dogs are welcome inside, so everyone can browse together without the pavement-waiting shuffle. It has a more creative, slightly offbeat feel than the standard bucket-and-fridge-magnet setup, which makes it a fun browse when you want something with a bit more personality.

This is the kind of stop that suits a slower old-town wander, especially when one person wants gifts, another wants a hoodie, and the dog is just hoping nobody says the phrase "quick look" with a straight face.

A useful wet-weather option when exploring Whitby's old town with a dog, and the kind of independent shop that rewards a proper potter rather than a dash.