Magic and Connections,
Hope for the Future,
Honouring the Past.
Whitby Krampus Run returns for its 10th anniversary to the olde streets of Whitby.
That’s ten years of existence, ten years of history, ten years of creativity, ten years of mischief, ten years of routes and kulture, ten years of magic and connections. We have celebrated throughout the year with numerous successful events, guest speakers and fund raisers for local charities and now its time to enjoy WKRX
TEN YEARS OF BEING THE ORIGINAL AND THE BEAST
This year we have boldly chosen to do something different with performances and appearances to involve the whole town.
WKRX sees the return of the drums of Die Krampus Krumpettes, our featured creations from local folklore and legend the Whitby Wyrms, The Black Dog and the Magical Beasts alongside Krampus and St. Niklaus, and the fantastic Mister Fox.
Musical entertainment over two days from Inkubbus Sukkubus, Galdorcraeft, Westenra and The Tengu Taiko Drummers and an extra event of an after party at the Crafty Cove.
Children’s entertainment and tea party at Hetty and Betty plus activities at WKRHQ - the Chapel On The Hill including stalls and where to get your official WKR merchandise to support the event.
Its an honour to be working alongside Whitby Abbey this year and we thank the continued support from North Yorkshire Council , local businesses, Made In Whitby, Whitby Brewery and Whitby Sea Salt.
We are raising funds for Whitby DAG in the day. And St Catherine’s Hospice in the evening.
THE GRAND KRAMPUS HUNT
Mischievous Mini Krampus have gone on an adventure!
Help us find them all to complete our tribe ready to celebrate the tenth year of Whitby Krampus Run. They are hiding in shops and businesses all over town, count them up and message us with your total to be in the draw to win a Mini Krampus of your very own and lots more Whitby Krampus Run goodies.
A FREE trail for all ages, grab Grandma, Grandad, the kids, the dog, explore Whitby, and get counting.....
What to do....
.Mini Krampus are hidden somewhere in shop window displays around town. Each one has a number that goes with it.
Once you find your Mini Krampus take a photo, write down the shops name and the Mini Krampus' number printed on the WKRX Wild Forever poster on display and email us with your results.
email to : decadentdrawing@talktalk.net
Those that find them all will be entered into the draw to win a Mini Krampus and lots more WKRX goodies.
HETTY & BETTY AFTERNOON TEA PARTY
Let your little ones explore their Wild Side and have some monstrous fun at our fabulous “Where the Wild Things Are” Afternoon Tea party with the Whitby Krampus Run!
Enjoy a deliciously “wild” themed Afternoon Tea, with children’s entertainment; and (beware if you’ve been naughty), the Krampus may just pay us a visit!
There is also magical entertainment from Paul Bower ( not in his Elvus Krampley guise this time)
The stunning Peacock Suite will dressed for the fun. Wild Things/Krampus dress-up is encouraged.
There are two sittings available: 12:30pm and 2.00pm.
Children’s Afternoon Tea consists of sandwiches and sweet treats, and a drink
Adult Afternoon Tea consists of finger sandwiches, cakes and a homemade scone with cream and jam, and tea/coffee.
Please note the Peacock Suite is a first floor venue and there is no lift.
THE WHITBY BOOKSHOP
The Dead Of Winter - Sarah Clegg
As winter comes and the hours of darkness overtake the light, we seek out warmth, good food, and good company. But beneath the jollity and bright enchantment of the festive season, there lurks a darker mood - one that has found expression over the centuries in a host of strange and unsettling traditions and lore.
Sarah Clegg takes us on a journey through midwinter to explore the lesser-known Christmas traditions, from English mummers plays and Austrian Krampus runs, to modern pagan rituals at Stonehenge and the night in Finland when a young girl is crowned with candles as St Lucy. At wassails and hoodenings and winter gatherings, attended by ghastly, grinning horses, snatching monsters and mysterious visitors, we discover how these traditions originated and how they changed through the centuries, and we ask ourselves: if we can't keep the darkness entirely at bay, might it be fun to let a little in?
Author Sarah Clegg visits Whitby Bookshop to talk about her latest work. All places are now taken but signed copies of the book will be available.
