Deputy manager Verity Carnie and Manager Hannah Sowerby behind the bar at the opening of House of Memento Mori on Grape Lane, Whitby. Picture: Ceri Oakes
by Emma Ryan
Whitby’s newest bar has opened its doors after being more than two years in the making.
Recently named, House of Memento Mori, the bar on Grape Lane, comes from the team behind Valhalla York.
They have renovated what was a former ironmongers, wood and DIY store on Grape Lane and created a Gothic and Georgian themed bar with real ale, craft beer and ciders served to a backdrop of rock and roll music.
A spokesperson for House of Memento Mori said: “It’s been a long road to get here. In January 2024 we first walked into 6 Grape Lane.
“Standing proud down the middle of one of the oldest streets in Old Town we saw a wealth of potential. A beautiful Grade II listed building in some desperate need of love and care – and a new lease of life. Well the place has certainly got that now.”
See our pictures from Friday’s long-awaited opening…..
Hand pull ale and stout is served at House of Memento Mori, on Grape Lane in Whitby. Picture: Ceri OakesHouse of Memento Mori, opened today, Friday 25 September. Picture: Ceri OakesAtmospheric lighting adorns the bar at House of Memento Mori, on Grape Lane in Whitby. Picture: Ceri OakesA log burner inside the snug at House of Memento Mori, on grape Lane in Whitby. Picture: Ceri OakesEvery detail has been carefully thought out inside House of Memento Mori. Picture: Ceri OakesA chandelier provides atmospheric lighting inside the snug at Memento Mori. Picture: Ceri OakesQuirky details inside Memento Mori. Picture: Ceri OakesQuirky details on the beams inside Memento Mori. Picture: Ceri OakesStone steps lead to a basement level at House of Memento Mori. Picture: Ceri OakesWall art inside House of Memento Mori on Grape Lane, Whitby. Picture: Ceri Oakes
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