Jack - The problem is that Whitby is unique and even the programme does not give a full flavour of what is available, as the Whitby Fringe adds a large amount of additional events.

The thing to do is .......

1, Find some form of accomodation.
As people tend to book from year to year this is not as easy a task as it may seem.

2. Buy a programme when you arrive --- they are readily available in the shops in Whitby

3. Buy a season ticket from festival office if you think you can fill your week with workshops, concerts and other official events. If not - buy individual event or day tickets. Some groups buy one season ticket between them and pass it round.

4. Above all - explore. The surrounding coast and countryside are some of the most beautiful in England and should be appreciated. The festival puts on events at Robin Hoods Bay for this very reason.

Whitby is only a small seaside town. Moving from one event to another is not difficult for the ambulant and taxi's are always available.

P