THINGS LOOK GRIM FOR WENDY'S WHITBY!

[@garyspeight]

Whitby is a traditional town, serving traditional food, why on earth would someone put a Wendy's in Whitby! As far as paying a surcharge, that's me out! Another Great video Simon keep them going 👍

[@tonyshingler104]

We do expect service charge in London…..but Whitby no no no.

[@fv1291]

Us Americans are sorry for giving you Wendy's. 😟

[@simplywhitby5356]

Hahaha!

[@paulbaker8003]

If Wendy’s shuts, Witherspoon’s 😉will take that building and open a second boozer!

[@anpj2006]

Surprised a MaccieDees has never opened in Whitby.

[@BobParker-gm8jf]

It was great to meet you in whitby Simon, it made our day.

[@BobParker-gm8jf]

​@@Jimwhitby2000why

[@ElizabethTurver]

That building deserves something better.

[@wildwolf2567]

Whitby looks fabulous. A beautiful place. No wonder you have moved there permanently.

[@jjfarrell9349]

What sort of a wally goes to a Wendy's in Whitby when there's so much good real food to be had cheap? They've made a right ugly job of the place as well, hope it goes, it's a blot on the town. Waste of a great building.

[@alanwilkinson9487]

We are in our 60s.and had a four day break at whitby last week,...we have been coming for 35 years plus..and love it this time of year ,...BUT...just be warned things are starting to happen in whitby,and not for the better.!...we lodged in a b and b in john street...reviews yet to be sent,..so I won't mention the name...But unbeknown to us we had booked into this place that had a party house next door...with young kids partying to the we small hours...Of which the owner knew about and never told us..but took our money anyway...he was very rude to us,and told us to pack up and go..If we wasn't happy.not really a thing to say to paying guests..Thankfully we had just two nights of broken sleep, We did complain ,but to no avail...there was no recompence....and it goes without saying ,will not be returning....Just to say though that we feel that whitby is sliding downhill somewhat, Just be careful if you stop at whitby in a b and b....Do your research, we did...Although that is what I thought...😮

[@lynnthompson4363]

The sooner Wendys is closed the better, it should never have been allowed to open in that beautiful building in the first place. Blame Whitby council......

[@ElizabethTurver]

Why did the council give them permission to trade there, I said from the start it is not Whitby.

[@TimK2646]

Wrap up warm Simon. Business is going to get tougher as everyone is cash-strapped and the weather is totally unpredictable. There must be so many other issues like supply chains, availability of staff, Labour budget impact on future costs, high rates etc etc etc. At least the Gulls are enjoying themselves.

[@simplywhitby5356]

Very true....tough times ahead.

[@hazelhowden6320]

a service charge is NOT conpusory. If you don't get the service you do not have to pay it. It's your choice.

[@JaySparty1]

Yep, said it on day one. Wendys was a bad idea. Cant see it making it another 6 months

[@johnbluett6079]

Service charges are not compulsory. Why pay for bad service

[@stevenpason3758]

McDonalds did not take the prime location, they knew better

[@andrewthornton1945]

Hahahahahaha 51 No Shit Sherlock 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@fraserhardmetal7143]

51 - good god - get some oil of ulay - makes no difference but you might feel better .

[@dubsy4835]

As with their sign above the door... "The writings on the wall." For Wendy's, I think..😂😂 another great one Si... 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@simplywhitby5356]

Cheers.

[@ladyintheskyuk]

Great video. I have watched a review of the place. Wasn't Great. Won't survive there. Love Whitby. Have a great weekend ❤

[@thewhitbyphotographer]

Im wondering at the moment if there are a few businesses that might go under. A lot of people think Whitby is a license to print money, but like you say Simon, there's a lot of very good competiton around. I may be proven wrong but I look at Pescado lounge and wonder if it will make it past a couple of years. It's a huge building and must have a huge rent, and bills to light and heat it. Whitby is getting quieter through winter these days which I think is related to the economic downturn. People can't afford several visits a year like they did before this crazy inflation started. Papas fish and Chips were poor. Id rather eat the packaging. Wendys burgers are fine, but more expensive than McDonalds and I find the building uninviting and actually quite dirty. Im not sure if Im correct, but I think Papas own the shoe zone building and also the building to the other side that was Alexanders. Now that was a proper fish and chip shop, dating back to the 80's with returning custom, and run by a lovely genuine couple.

[@simplywhitby5356]

Hi Glenn. I agree that the current economy is causing issues for local businesses. I really hope that they find a way to survive and prosper. I guess it's good to see that new businesses like Osbournes have enough confidence in Whitby to open a new place.

[@ianlax3195]

Hi have you tried Clara's on the cliff tops???

[@simplywhitby5356]

Of course!

[@stulincoln4874]

Goodness me Simon. All these closures in prime locations. Whitby is turning into Batley!!

[@Jimwhitby2000]

Second homes and the Airbnb scene has ruined the town.

[@Black.Rose89-n1r]

I love that Whitby hasn't got all the fast food places, but I did think Wendy's would be great for the youngsters. So sad to hear people losing their jobs. Hope you and Mrs M have a lovely weekend 😊

[@Black.Rose89-n1r]

@Jimwhitby2000 I agree, but would still prefer it occupied unlike next door

[@gavlosmedia6323]

Rumours Wendy’s is opening in Papas in Bridlington

[@simplywhitby5356]

Sounds about right.

[@captainstevecook]

Unfortunately I don’t think this project was ever going to workout in Whitby, if those of the Golden Arches have not tried it tells you something. Wendy’s is more for an out of town location such as a retail park and with a drive through. If it does close I hope the new owners respect such a beautiful building and keep the exterior maintained to a good standard. During all the previous work going on and with scaffolding up they couldn’t even clean the gutters or paint the top windows so it’s all probably a tax loss idea unfortunately.

[@simplywhitby5356]

It's not a good situation.

[@janinehawkins9565]

Built and designed as a bank and should have stayed a bank Simon. Or even banking hub. Nice one Simon 👍

[@simplywhitby5356]

Thanks 👍

[@tonybaloney4195]

Like your hat

[@simplywhitby5356]

Ta

[@infinitelimitlesslightx5437]

That sounds like a nightmare!❤ I'd rather have fish and chips too. ❤

[@samnoneya]

Sadly Business Insider states 50% of fish and chip establishments in the UK are due to close in 2025. You will see more fast food, American or otherwise, or run the risk of empty store fronts.

[@Royboy50]

It's hard to beat trenchers for me, we always go there tried others but trenchers are our favourite, cheers

[@drinxs505]

Just beautiful Whitby is at the 08:02 mark.. absolutely.beautiful. I wish Wendy's all the best.

[@emmacampbell1663]

Personally I love the individuality Whitby has to offer. So many places to enjoy with personality and character with great staff 😊

[@markmak7548]

What a shame . I am hoping to visit Whitby for my first steampunk visit . Whitby has become iconic for the Gothic and steampunk events . I am sure these events bring in lots of money for the local economy. Plus Whitby it would seem is famous for count Dracula and Bram Stoker.

[@STANLEY1706]

Hello bud how did the baby seagull get on , I must have missed the update 👍

[@simplywhitby5356]

All good....he got flying and off he went!

[@jimlepeu577]

If Shoezone didn’t make any money then there is no point staying.

[@elgordineo]

They’ll turn Wendy’s into accommodation for boat people 😢

[@kaybee2930]

That looks very out of place. No the wonder it's empty 😬

[@Jimwhitby2000]

At last a sensible comment

[@daveeames]

Wendys/Papas - imposters - and every expense spared on the Crimble decorations! - that building would make a great bank - Nat West are you watching ?

[@christophersmith3338]

Nice cap mate !! proper yorkshire man like myself 👌🏻👍🏻

[@AllanNeaves-qn3zr]

Watcher Simon, well as a Prophet of doom and gloom, you do it with a chuckle. Which is really the way to view the situation. It must be said opening up any hospitality based business is bloomin' risky. After the last budget, it's almost suicide 😢financially that is. My view as an old chef, would have been. Use the ground floor from the old chippy AND Shoezone. Just the ground level and rent out the upper floors for something else. But thanks for braving the bitter cold to keep us upto date on the burger scene. I'd like to find out more about Macy Browns. To have a total clear out of the staff 🙁☹️😮😳is something I've not seen a lot of in my catering life. Especially if you have good people working for you. Tally ho Simon 🐶🦊🐴Allan&Family

[@johnashton5474]

You've had a hard paper round to look that old or should I say mature ha

[@RobinBarker-vp4rk]

Your not doing Wendy's any favours with your negative comments

[@Jimwhitby2000]

It's a shithole and an eyesore. Nobody wanted it.

[@yorkieelliot2487]

I do not mind Wendy's when I'm in Leeds for example. But to be honest, I don't crave them when I'm in Whitby. It is a shame, but they have gone to the wrong town.

[@MaryScott-k7j]

me and husband went to Wendy's in London last Saturday we got sausage bun and bacon bun it was rotten didn't taste of anything 🤮

[@michaelbratton3319]

Wendy's are the poor relative of McDonalds,who in my opinion are a poor choice for food anyway?your at the seaside eat fish and chips,bacon butties,a nice locally produced pie or pasty?

[@aaabbb9719]

Good Morning from India Guv’nor

[@sallychandler7859]

I feel sorry for any staff losing there jobs. Especially this time of year. Shame about Wendy's, never my thing I must admit.

[@kviasen7603]

51? age hasent benefitted you.

[@simplywhitby5356]

I know....

[@pheart2381]

I think the Wendy's decor looks like a depressing school canteen. I went in to look out of curiosity. It totally lacks any charm.

[@NikkisNosh]

The entire uk set up for Wendy's seems to be out of kilter. My money is that the main licensee for the uk is in trouble and it is impacting on the entire rubbishy network. I have never seen a uk review of Wendy's on YT that has been positive. Your own review was fairly negative a few months ago.

[@NikkisNosh]

How can they get planning permission for those awful stickers. This would not be allowed in York for sure. There is no appetite for one of those ropey stores in our city and Whitby also has taste

[@lesbrown4085]

The monoflex job on ladbrokes/custom house is good 😉 Get rid of wendys....we need a Thomas the Baker or McDonalds. I worked in tourist trade 20 plus years and know what they want and this isnt it

[@matthewwilliams3827]

I haven’t watched your channel the past few months. Did they end up opening up that McDonald’s too? Trust me, you don’t want Whitby becoming more like the urban areas where those kinda places are usually found.

[@wolfmoon2010]

We went in October when staying over and it was terrible, used to love Wendy’s but this branch is not good.

[@simplywhitby5356]

Oh dear.....

[@rose17w]

Unfortunately the breakfast food was not very good, maybe that is why they have stopped it. I also do not think it will last but you have been negative about them before they even opened. There are local people working there at risk of losing their jobs and I don't think it is right to go on and on about how you personally don't feel it is needed here. The town is drowning in fish and chip shops, something different is actually a refreshing change.

[@simplywhitby5356]

They said that they stopped it as people were not going in. They said they could be open for 3 hours in the morning without one single Customer.

[@fishwarrant6355]

Simon ARE YOU 51 ? 🤔🤔 Sorry but I don't believe that. If you are YOU HAD A HARD PAPER ROUND 😂😂😊. You look about 74 years old my opinion

[@simplywhitby5356]

78

[@stevebriggs2645]

Reminds me of Ena Sharples the moaning old git😮

[@normanboyes4983]

Simon did you serve in the RN? Just some of your lingo seems of that ilk.😉

[@simplywhitby5356]

Never

[@sandrahooper3115]

accommidation by law of mr ka

[@NealePinkney-td2cn]

Inside design and stirs are not working who ever risks the horrid place good luck , hate the whole building, dont you ?

[@simplywhitby5356]

I love the building, but in my opinion it's not suited for a restaurant / takeaway.

[@northwalescoast7911]

❤

[@kerrychaney14]

Try burger king in Weymouth

[@allenhughes867]

51 ????

[@MrJohnmiller141]

We Need McDonald's Simon 😂😂😂, best Regards to Mrs WhitbyMillers

[@stephendonkin5497]

Where was your paper round Muttley your rough as a badgers 😂

[@JohnDavis-jf2if]

How's the Chieftain doing ? Sailed to waters new ? Keep warm !

[@pheart2381]

I believe the ship has reached the end of the line,preparing to sail under the rainbow bridge.

[@holymoly6829]

So many Papas fish & chip establishments have closed They where very poor quality So if Wendy’s is owned by same company Least said the better 🫣🫣