The Dispensary

27/03/2026

Hi again everyone! Medical Herbalist Dylan is starting a Herbal Medicine Club at The Dispensary, 25 Skinner Street, Whitby. The club will meet monthly, and learn about one herb at each meet -up, whilst sipping herbal tea and other herbal preparations. First session will be on Thursday 30th April 7-8.30p.m., cost £11 per person. Book directly with Dylan via the email on the poster below! :)

27/03/2026

Hi everyone, Medical Herbalist Dylan is back with some great workshops for the spring! On Wednesday 15th April, Dylan is running a "Herbs for your Nerves" workshop at The Dispensary, 25 Skinner Street, Whitby, 6.30p.m. - 8.30pm. Make your own Nerve Tea and Nerve Drops! £35 per person, please book directly with Dylan via the email on the poster below. :)

20/03/2026

Please object to these factory farms- no animals should be kept in conditions like these - it only takes a few minutes to object, and please share as widely as possible - thank you!

Object to these Factory Farms

13/03/2026

On Sunday we celebrate the incredible care that mothers give – not only human mums, but the many mothers across the animal world who nurture, protect and guide their young with patience and devotion.
Motherhood reminds us of something deeply natural: the instinct to care, to protect life, and to help others grow and thrive. Of course, this care is not given only by mothers – many people, families and communities share in this work of kindness and support.
On Mother’s Day we can take a moment to recognise and honour that spirit of nurturing wherever it appears, in our homes, our communities, and throughout the living world.
It also reminds us of something we can all work towards – a world where care, compassion and kindness shape the way we live. A world where we treat each other, and our animal friends, with respect and understanding.
Wishing a peaceful and grateful Mother’s Day to all those who nurture, support and care for others every day.

09/03/2026

Just a wee reminder that it's soup and sourdough this Wednesday 11th and Wednesday 18th of March, hosted by the lovely Bernadette and Andy. Everyone welcome, but please text Bernadette on 07941715140 if you'd like to come so we can plan for numbers, hope to see you soon!

09/03/2026

Hi everyone, apologies but due to staff illness the shop will be closed from 2pm this afternoon, Monday 9th, but will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday 10th March at 10am as usual. Apologies for any inconvenience.

08/03/2026

As we mark International Women's Day, we’d like to celebrate the wonderful women who help make The Dispensary such a special place. Here's a shout out to Zoe, Alice, Maria, Bernadette and Lucy!
Through their warmth, compassion and commitment to wellbeing, they help create a space where people feel welcome, supported and connected. Together they nurture not only health, but also community, caring for animals & our natural world and a true sense of belonging.
This International Women's Day, we celebrate and thank them, and all the inspiring women who help our community thrive.
Click below to read more in our new blog post:
https://thedispensary.org.uk/blogs/news/celebrating-the-amazing-women-of-the-dispensary-happy-womens-day

Happy International Women’s Day -Celebrating the Amazing Women of The Dispensary This International Women's Day, we’re celebrating some of the amazing women who make up the team at The Dispensary, making it a place where everyone in the community feels welcome, and is able to buy good food, &...

06/03/2026

Saturday 7th March -
We’ll be closed for approx 1hr tomorrow from 11am-12pm then back open untill 5pm as usual.
Sorry for any inconvenience caused. x

05/03/2026

🥣🥖🥣 Soup & Sourdough 🥣🥖🥣

Please feel free to come & join us for our next Soup & Sourdough on Wednesday 11th & Wednesday 18th March between 11.30 - 1pm.

Bernadette & Andy will be here creating some delicious, warming soup for you to enjoy together.

There is no charge for members but any donations towards costs are gratefully accepted.

Look forward to seeing you then!
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04/03/2026

Please help our local sheep sanctuary if you can- doing brilliant work caring for unwanted/ injured sheep and lambs.

For 18 years our sheep sanctuary has kept going through sheer… Sharon Lawlor needs your support for Help Save our Sheep Sanctuary _Emergency Winter Feed Appeal

28/02/2026

They’ve arrived!

THE WAIT IS (ALMOST) OVER!! ⏰⏰

Esk Valley News Quarterly (Issue 15 - Winter 2026) On the Bright Side has landed…

Copies will be sent to subscribers on Monday and will be available in all our lovely local shops very soon. Get ready to grab yours!

Off The Scale Castleton Ltd
The Dispensary
The Whitby Bookshop
Goathland Post Office
Mrs Lofthouse's Emporium
Danby Lodge National Park Centre
Book Corner Saltburn