Whitby Goth Weekend April 2023 Royal Emporium Steampunk

The first Whitby Goth Weekend of 2023, sometimes referred to as WGW took place on 28th-30th April 2023.
I was in Whitby by chance on 30th so took the opportunity to film a few of the folk dressed in strange, but wonderful costumes.
The next WGW will be on 27th - 29th October 2023
Whitby is also famous for the Steampunk weekends and gatherings throughout the year.
The Royal Emporium III took place at the same time as the ‘goth weekend’

[@jonbell3020]

The kid at 4.43.... you are a star 🤩 Brilliant 😁

[@brianmorrison9168]

I agree 100% .. By the way if you type a time, use the @ symbol then you'll get a direct link to that place in the video @4:43

[@jonbell3020]

That’s a new one on me mate, thanks 👍👍

[@norton7504]

❤ thanks a bit of British keep it going

[@brianmorrison9168]

I went to Whitby from Newcastle last Sunday to film it again .. unfortunately though, it was pouring down when i arrived and there was nobody about, so I returned home .. taking 3 hour journey on the bus, as my train ticket was only valid on the 15:50 train and I wasn't going to wait around for over 3 hours for that, having arrived at 12:30. I'll try again in october. Regards from Whitley Bay

[@wickedcurve1975]

this looks super fun! great video!

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for commenting .. yes, it looks as if everybody is enjoying themselves and the weather was Ok too.

[@walterfechter8080]

It looks like a good time was had by all! Many thanks, Brian Morrison. Cheers!

[@brianmorrison9168]

Many thanks for your comment. Yes, folk look to be having fun. I had actually never heard of the goth weekend before, I had just happened to book a day trip to Whitby in the Northern Rail sale. The video has been one of my most popular. I've booked another trip at the end of October for another goth weekend, coupled with Halloween. The only snag, the day after my wife and I are going away for a few days so I'll have to quick in editing the video and putting it on KZbin when I get home.

[@walterfechter8080]

@@brianmorrison9168 - I'll be watching for your latest video. All the best to your lady and you. Stay safe. Be well. -- W

[@MrNocebo]

Good to see so many people just enjoying what they like 🙂

[@brianmorrison9168]

Yes, everyone looks to be having a great time. Thanks for watching.

[@thegremlin3194]

I am not sure why its called Goth weekend as it seems to be more Victorian and Steampunk weekend .There is little in the way of music concerts unlike the German equivalent festivals . Goth is a music based subculture .No disrespect to Whitby but more music venues would appeal

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. I had booked a day out in Whitby as there was a Northern Rail sale and had no idea about the event. When I arrived and noticed all the costumes I had a quick look on my phone to see what was going on and 'Whitby Goth Weekend' came up. As you say, there seemed more Victorian costumes than anything else .. I still don't know what steampunk is .. and why many folk had goggles on, who knows ! Regards from Whitley Bay (about 50 miles north of Whitby)

[@thegremlin3194]

@@brianmorrison9168 The goggles are an add on from Steam punk trying to depict mad inventors or users of Steam machinery . It got adopted by the Cyber Goth community and now seems to be a fashion add on . Not sure why Steam punk myself .People living in an alternative timeline where steam rules ? Its purely a fashion not a music culture . A lot of Steampunk comes from books and comics as well as an 1980s Role playing game called 1889 an alternative to D&D They do seem to like those hammer horror movies too .

[@brianmorrison9168]

@@thegremlin3194 Many thanks for that information. Although my first experience at Whitby 💀💀was by pure chance .. this video has turned out to be one of my most popular. I have therefore booked again for the 28th October. It's quite a long ride (3 hours) from Newcastle but still enjoyable. Only snag, I'll not get home until about 8:00pm and my wife and I are going away early the following day ... she's not going to be happy, me editing while she packs our clothing ... if I arrive in Liverpool and there are no trousers.. it'll be her fault😁

[@tricky1581]

You're quite right @thegremlin, "Goth" is a music sub culture that many of the people shown here would'nt be seen dead as avid fans. It would be more appropriate to call this Whitby Victorian Gothic Weekend.

[@catsandcrafts171]

There is a music festival. Most of the people show are probably not booked to go to the music. It's somehow become warped into this 'show-off' costume party, which is sort of weird. Still, it is what it is. Glad people go and enjoy themselves, but I do miss the days where the actual goths of all types really congregated there. Most have given up on the event. :/

[@coastmansingha9980]

Last went to this event back in 2008 the last time I was in England. Now retired in Thailand. Great to see and many thanks for posting. 😊

[@brianmorrison9168]

Many thanks ! I had just booked a day out on thre train and never knew about the event, so it was good my good luck to be there at the right time. I only had a short time there, so had to rush around trying to take a few videos. Turned out OK I think, for my first attempt. Might go again in October.

[@coastmansingha9980]

@@brianmorrison9168 Before I retired to Thailand, I lived in Scarborough just 25 miles down the coast from Whitby, so have known about the Goth festival since it first became a thing in the 1980’s. What I don’t understand is how it has also become a mecca for people who have, lets say a fringe sexual bent or fetish. 🤦‍♂

[@josephyearwood1179]

Can one confirmstead that there is actual goth music happenings at Whitby gothic?

[@stupot50english82]

Went to Whitby for the day the other week. Lovely place. Lovely people.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Yes, a lovely wee place and well worth a visit. Next goth weekend is at Halloween, 27th-29th October.

[@OSMOneStepMore]

Hi Brian. This was a really nice Goth weekend. A lot of interesting costumes and people. I visited Gothic Treffen in Germany once ten years ago and it has the same atmosphere like this festival. Thank you for nice video. Have a nice week. Sretana and Zac. 🖐😄🤗

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. I never knew it was on, so was a bit of luck seeing it. I'll probably go again in October .. Whitby is only 3 hours from home on the train .. Ok the car would be quicker, but the train is fun and if you book in advance there are some great deals. I only paid £5.90 return, from Newcastle to Whitby .

[@Guccit865]

Look Great 😊

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for watching. I don't know why, but I think I preferred the first 2023 goth weekend at Whitby. I just happened to be there for that event. Regards from Whitley Bay

[@kennethholmes6991]

You go for it. Ps been to Whitby many times. Missed it. 🥴🤷

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. I was actually a Whitley just a few days ago, but I think I preferred the April event. And to think I had no prior knowledge of the event when I just booked a cheap day out on the Northern Rail Sale. Regards from Whitley Bay (just a wee bit up the NE coast from Whitby)

[@Agothygoth]

I would love to attend Whitby weekend. It looks like such a splendid time. I dress in Victorian clothing so I would fit in well. The goths with the death hawks look awesome! Def cool!

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. Yes, it looked as if everybody was having fun and the town was certainly packed. I never knew it was on, so it was just a bit of luck being there att he right time. Thee's another 'weekend' in late October .. maybe you could take a trip there. Regards from Whitley Bay (up the coast from Whitby)

[@GhostRider247]

getting like Rebellion in Blackpool , just about dressing up for the day , its way more than that i'm afraid !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@brianmorrison9168]

If the folk enjoy themselves and the shopkeepers in Whitby are happy, I don’t really see anything wrong. I’m sure some other seaside towns would like to see similar crowds. I could be wrong though .. as I don’t actually live in Whitby.

[@mothmagic1]

Been to Whitby a few times but my visits have never matched up with Goth Weekend. Looks like a well attended event and deservedly so considering the town's historical connection with Bram Stoker.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. Yes, it was certainly well attended. I had actually never heard of it, but had, by chance booked a cheap day out to Whitby with NorthernRail (only £5.90 return from Newcastle) It proved very lucky indeed, as this video has been one of my most popular. I’ve already booked another visit, for 28th October, the middle day of the next Goth weekend. Unfortunately my wife and I are going away the following morning for a few days, so she’s not going to be too happy, me editing a video while she packs. If I end up on holiday with no clothes .. I’ll know who to blame .

[@enfield7123]

Love whitby ibride out from hull on my bike just to sit at whistle stop cafevme and my wife

[@brianmorrison9168]

Many thanks for your comment. It certainly looks like fun. The Halloween event is next weekend, so I am going there again, hopefully to film the fantastic costumes

[@pilgrim.5630]

4:38 BRILLIANT. 👍

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thanks ! That young girl was deadly serious .. maybe goths do not smile.

[@robertengland9352]

Love it 😅😅

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for watching. The next event is at the weekend. The Halloween goth weekend is even bigger than this one.

[@senianns9522]

Walking around and around Whitby hoping not to be noticed or photographed!

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thanks for your comment. Yes, if I had perhaps spent a few hundred pounds on an 'outfit' and wasn't photographed, I would be a bit miffed.

[@jamesstringer8172]

Nice one Brian, really good video ! I was there too you know, how didn't I see you hahaha !!! P.S. I did notice your selfie at the start , lovely dress ! I didn't know you were in to that sort of stuff haha ...

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. I didn't see you in Whitby .. you were probably wearing your camouflage trousers again ?

[@CeriGoff]

Very nice impromptu capture Brian. I am one of the Halloween Goths, seldom get to Whitby in summer. Of course the evenings are all about live music, fantastic events and awesome friends but what I love about Whitby town in the day on top of the obvious beauty, history and boat rides is the fact that Goths, Steampunks, Cosplayers and locals are all doing the Halloween thing, it's a delightful inclusive safe place to be not to mention family and dog friendly. My favorite town.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Sorry, just noticed your comment today .. something wrong with my YT notifications I think. yes, Whitby is a lovely wee town. I am taking a day trip there this weekend, from Whitley Bay (about 50 miles up the coast) It's actually a 3 hour train ride from Newcastle, but that's the whoile fun of it, especially at only £5.90 return. In April, my first rip to Whitby for 30+ years, I was surprised to see all the goths etc, so I ended up spending my couple of hours filming, rather than enjoying the sights. Hopefully Sunday will have good weather.

[@CeriGoff]

@@brianmorrison9168 hope you had a fantastic day.

[@dorym.tomaselli6739]

From what I gather, most of these people are only in costume. A majority of them not actually Goth. I did however notice you managed to capture a few real Goths amongst the crowd. A few ladies rocking a death hawk. Lest we forget that Goth is a music based subculture and lifestyle.🕸️💀🦇

[@brianmorrison9168]

Yes, you are right. I had just happened to have booked a day trip from Newcastle and just discovered it was the Whitby Goth Weekend when I arrived. The train was pretty full, with a few strange outfits, but I didn't know what they were for. It was still an experience and fun to film ... better than simply walking along the seafront .. I can do that in Whitley Bay, about 70 miles up the coast.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Can I please ask .. what is the significance of the goggles, which many folk were wearing, although most had them on their hats?

[@dorothydotson7154]

@@brianmorrison9168 "Goggles serve many purposes in the world of steampunk such as keeping the wind on an airship from drying out your eyes, protection from dangerous chemicals for the mad scientist, and protection from sparks, and hot steam in the lab or boiler room." I guess you need to keep them handy when they aren't in use.

[@brianmorrison9168]

@@dorothydotson7154 Many thanks !

[@dav6131]

I went to this weekend about 25 years ago- it was just about the Goths back then!!!

[@insamuller1516]

Every year in Leipzig you see these costumes, the Victorian picnic . I think everyone knows the festival.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Many thanks for watching my video and taking the time to comment. There's another 'event' at the end of month, which I hope to film too. Regards from the UK

[@insamuller1516]

@@brianmorrison9168 I'm excited and looking forward to the video. Greetings from Northern Germany

[@ramblingracheltrailtales]

This looks like a lot fun, so many fab outfits too 😊

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. Yes, it looked as if everybody was having fun and the town was certainly packed. Some of the costumes were great. I never knew about the event, so it was just a bit of luck being there at the right time. I had just booked a cheap train trip from Newcastle for a bit of fun. There's another event in October, so I'll probably go again. Regards from Whitley Bay

[@gregfowler957]

I had quite a few goth mates in the early mid 80s saw the cramps and I think I saw alien sex fiend can't remembet

[@brianmorrison9168]

thanks for your comment

[@garycollingwood4002]

🖤 FIFTY SIX YEAR OLD VIRGIN LISTENING AND WATCHING 🖤

[@observer4916]

Wtf

[@turokforever007]

You're a real goth

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

Great video Brian , It looks a beautiful place and these goth weekends sound brilliant. The costumes are amazing and with the abbey there it makes the perfect setting. The harbour area is beautiful . Loved the pianist too :) ~ Anna 👍

[@brianmorrison9168]

Many thanks for your comment. Yes, certainly wonderful to see and at least it was a dry day when I was there. the town was packed and the queues for the numerous fish 'n chip shops were ridiculous. .. I didn't bother, had an ice cream instead🍦

[@FXWalesAnnaAlf]

@@brianmorrison9168 Haha wise to just get the ice cream because of the queues 🙂

[@LarsonFamilyFarm-LLC]

Of course at 0:24 just your normal vampire family that lived for centuries....they look so kind and inviting.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. I never knew the event was on, but just arrived and saw so many folk in costume. I wouldn't have known it was a 'goth event' from the costumes .. many just looked to me as if they were wearing 'old fashioned'clothing. Anyway, it looks like folk were enjoying themselves.

[@LarsonFamilyFarm-LLC]

@@brianmorrison9168 They sure were. Pretty neat festival.

[@mummyd1990]

They look utterly ridiculous but if that is what they like let them got on with it 😄😄😅😅.

[@brianmorrison9168]

They are enjoying themselves and not hurting anybody, so, as you say 'let them get on with it'

[@Tom_Roberts]

Fabulous ! never knew about it ! Will be going in October do take some photos and videos.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Yes, certainly worth a visit.

[@catsandcrafts171]

I have to say, I'm really sorry, but a lot of those people look very uncomfortable at someone just randomly filming them without permission. I know you did this in all innocence, but it's just not the done thing - there is so much backlash from people who now won't even go to the events because they feel harassed by all the photographers and videographers who don't ask permission, either to take the pics/vids or to publish people online. Clearly there were people or groups who loved being filmed, but there are a lot who don't. It's not all about dressing up for others to capture, for many it's about dressing up for yourself and enjoying a freedom you perhaps don't have in normal life. There are quite a lot of chaps dressed in woman's clothing, etc. Imagine having a job like barrister or teacher or any other number of sensitive jobs and then spotting yourself in the background of someone's video on youtube. If you go again, please, check if your subjects are comfortable with you filming them. x

[@skyterrapin]

If you appear in public expect to be filmed…..that’s the law in the uk…no permission needed.

[@senianns9522]

Why go If they don't want to be seen or photographed in public? I feel they adore the attention!

[@alexweatherburn4390]

They are going for the attention and they love to be filmed.

[@merlin2s111]

3:08 Terminator mask with light up eyes is me with my wife.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Great, I remember taking that video .. I think I was impressed with the outfits, so ran past you, to be able take the shot .. hope you didn't mind. I often asked if I could film people, but probably not every time. Regards from Whitley Bay

[@merlin2s111]

@@brianmorrison9168 no problems at all, so pleased you have shared it. Thank you for the kind words about the outfits.

[@brianmorrison9168]

@@merlin2s111 Thanks ! .. might see you in October 💀

[@trashandcheese3636]

Change the wording - it's misleading because the actual first WGW was in 1994 or thereabouts.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Sorry for the delay .. done it ... I meant first in 2023

[@manoo422]

How is this the first Goth weekend when its been going on for 10+ years!?

[@brianmorrison9168]

Yes, I meant to say .. the first of 2023 Somebody else asked that and I changed the title, but of course couldn't change the actual video .. I know for next time.

[@manoo422]

@@brianmorrison9168 Ok, I see.

[@bobs1356]

A lot of old old people go to this, you don't t see it a wave goth treffen.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thanks for your comment. I didn't know it was taking place. I just happened to be at the right place at the right time. Luckily I managed to make an OK video. Regards from Whitley Bay

[@user-ef1bk9ok3v]

Try the whitby krampus event near christmas time !

[@brianmorrison9168]

Many thanks for the info. I'll look into it and maybe plan a visit. It seems Whitby is a fun place to be. I've already booked a day trip on 28th Oct to see the Ghosts Festival / Goth weekend again. i just hope I get back to Newcastle OK, as my wife and I are going away early the following morning. She'll not be too pleased when I am editing my video and she is packing.

[@josephyearwood1179]

Teh first Whitby wer’nowt 2023?😊

[@brianmorrison9168]

Yes, I meant the first in 2023 .. I've changed the wording now

[@kholiwemorrison5878]

Next time you go to Whitby, can I come too ?

[@brianmorrison9168]

You can come with me anywhere you want my darling wife xx

[@johntate5050]

1:40 There's always one who doesn't quite get it lol

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for watching and for commenting.

[@Mythocentric]

Is it just me or does there tend to be a bias towards the geriatric end of the market here. I swear, some of them would refer to Dracula himself as a whippersnapper! 🧛‍♂🧛‍♀

[@brianmorrison9168]

I better say nothing .. due to the fact I have senior railcard which tells you something about my age. I suppose though, it's how old you FEEL that's important, not always how old you ARE. Some folk seem to get old before their time, others do the opposite.

[@bfyrth]

These are not real Goths, these are some sort of Bohemian Goths hybrids, where are the Sisters of Mercy and the real Goths

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. I don't really know anything about goths etc, so can not really answer.

[@rowinggorilla9437]

They all look a bit silly

[@brianmorrison9168]

Who knows ... but they look to be having fun and that's probably the best thing !

[@Paul_Templer]

Seems to me that goth weekend and steampunk are overlapping.... and... yes, I'll say it...along with Crossdressers for some strange reason!

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thanks for your comment.

[@Monkeyhead75]

loads of cosplay but where are the actual goths?

[@brianmorrison9168]

Fair point, but at least everyone seemed to be having a great time.

[@Monkeyhead75]

@@brianmorrison9168 True true, no gatekeeping.......its just changed so much since my first Whitby back in '95 with Children on Stun and Suspiria. Dont remember it being so costume, we all just showed up in whatever we were stood up in, but maybe it was more about the bands back then?!

[@asensibleyoungman2978]

I hope this doesn't get hijacked by the woke and LGBT community. I saw some worrying signs this year.

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thanks for taking the time to watch my video as well as for adding a comment.

[@Hans-fz6cc]

This has not a lot to do with goth, it’s more like a horror-pirate of the caribbean movie fans get together

[@CalHeWhoDares]

Halloween has come early guys some of them don't even look gothic more like steam punk/pirates 😂🤡

[@brianmorrison9168]

Thank you for your comment. I was a bit puzzled too, but at least folk seem to be enjoying themselves

[@anticriminal777]

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