I don't wish to sound defeatist & negative here, but I'm afraid there's nothing and nowhere in Whitby to replace the Plough as THE true Heartbeat of Whitby Town (Folk week speaking of course). Where else is there a venue that supports at least FIVE different music sessions at the same time?

1.        The main room (Bar room)
2.        The pool room.
3.        The lounge
4.        Upstairs (singarounds)
5.        Backyard

It's these various locations and such rich variety of music that makes (made) the Plough so unique. Everyone's tastes are (were) catered for, and that provides (provided) a powerful magnet for both musicians and holidaymakers. Other factors are (were) at play here:

The thoroughfare nature of the pub allows (allowed) folks to check all music forms before choosing which flavour to savour.

The wonderful variety within one area location enables (enabled) folks to relax rather than roam around town looking like aimless musical drifters.

Rapid and excellent service at the Bar (can anywhere else cope with that level of turnover in such an efficient way?)

Fantastic atmosphere and a ready-made (and appreciative) audience.

I could go on, but I'm already getting boring. Notice I've not mentioned the quality of the beer, but the stout's always good.

What can replace it? – suggestions on a post card please………