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Nestled in the charm of North Yorkshire, Whitby is a scenic harbor town with a rich maritime heritage and a population deeply rooted in tradition.

Get connected with a local 1947 prefix from Whitby, and take your pick of devices and software to stay in touch, whether you’re soaking in the coastal views or exploring its Gothic architecture.

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Features

  • Celebrate Whitby's Regatta with a virtual number, routing calls to any SIP address during the event.
  • Manage your Whitby goth festival inquiries using our cloud-based PBX, including call menus.
  • Keep your Whitby seafood business responsive by forwarding calls to your mobile during high tide via call forwarding.
  • Capture the nostalgia of Whitby Abbey tours by saving all voicemails and recordings to the cloud with our PBX system.
  • Stay connected with your fish and chip shop on Baxtergate by using any device or software with our VoIP service.
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Use any device or software

Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.

  • iOS or Android smartphone
  • Mac, PC, or Linux computer
  • Desktop office phone
  • Any regular phone (a phone number)
  • 3rd party VoIP solutions
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FAQ’s

Can I get SMS on my Whitby virtual phone number?

Unfortunately Whitby, GB numbers do not come with SMS capabilities at the moment. This can change at any time, so follow us on social media for updates. Full list of SMS enabled numbers here.

Can I use a FlyNumber to integrate with my business in Whitius, known for its maritime heritage and annual Goth Festival?

Absolutely! With FlyNumber, you can create a local presence in Whitby, adapting your business to its unique cultural events and heritage. Utilize our cloud phone system to manage calls efficiently during peak times like the Goth Festival, setting up a call menu to direct callers to different departments such as event schedules or ticket bookings.

How can I ensure that my tour operation in Whitby can handle calls from international tourists?

With FlyNumber, you can forward calls from your virtual Whitby number to any phone worldwide. This is perfect for staying connected with tourists from anywhere, offering them real-time assistance and information about Whitby’s tourist spots like Whitby Abbey or the Captain Cook Memorial Museum.

I run a B&B in Whitby; can FlyNumber help me manage calls during both on and off-peak seasons?

Definitively. Tailor your FlyNumber settings to automatically route calls based on the day and time. During Whitby’s off-peak season, you could reroute calls to your mobile when you're less likely to be at the desk, ensuring you never miss a booking inquiry.

Can I use FlyNumber to assist with handling calls for my Whitby-based online seafood business?

Yes, FlyNumber is perfect for managing customer calls for your seafood business. After setting up a FlyNumber, you can also set up voicemails and call recordings, which are saved to the cloud, ensuring that you maintain top-quality service, even if you're out at sea or attending the local Fish Market.

Does FlyNumber support seasonal marketing campaigns for events like the Whitby Regatta?

FlyNumber allows you to easily manage multiple numbers under one account, making it ideal for seasonal marketing strategies. You can have different numbers for various events like the Whitby Regatta and use our cloud phone system to tweak call flows and messages depending on the specific needs of each event.

If I want to set up a virtual office in Whitby, can FlyNumber help me appear local even if I'm not physically there?

Indeed, with a FlyNumber, you can establish a virtual presence in Whitby. This means you can operate from anywhere in the world while maintaining a local number that makes your business accessible and credible to the Whitby community, perfect for engaging with locals who prefer dealing with local businesses.

Local info you may want to know

Whitby, a picturesque seaside town in North Yorkshire, is noted for its historic charm and strong tourist appeal. Despite its modest population of around 13,000, the town experiences a significant influx of tourists, especially drawn by its Dracula-related folklore and the iconic Whitby Abbey, boosting local businesses, particularly in hospitality and retail sectors.

The demographic here leans towards an older age group, with a significant percentage of residents aged 65 and above. This presents unique opportunities for businesses in healthcare, leisure, and estate planning services.

Surprisingly, Whitby is also gaining traction as a hub for small tech startups, attracted by its scenic inspiration and growing entrepreneurial ecosystem. For those considering a local presence, Whitby's area code, 01947, could provide a strategic advantage.

A local number may enhance credibility and local customer engagement, especially important in a community with deep-rooted local values and a preference for personalized interactions.

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A genuine Whitby GB phone number

In the picturesque coastal town of Whitby, England, known for its hauntingly beautiful abbey ruins and Bram Stoker's Dracula inspiration, the local telephone prefix is 1947.

To call a Whitby number from abroad, dial your international access code, followed by the UK country code (44), and then the Whitby prefix (1947) before entering the local subscriber number.

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  • Sheffield: Steel city innovation shines with cloud-based PBX systems available through FlyNumber.
  • Hull: Port city businesses thrive using FlyNumber's instant call routing features.
  • Leeds: A bustling hub for culture and commerce, enhanced by FlyNumber's multi-device compatibility.
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Unlimited incoming

When you answer phone calls with VoIP, or in other words the internet - it's free unlimited incoming minutes.

This is included in the price of the Whitby phone number.

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Forward to any regular phone number

For an additional low per min rate, you can forward the Whitby FlyNumber calls to any regular phone number in the world.

Use our phone system (optional) for increased flexibility:

  • To multiple phone numbers (up to 3)
  • Based on day of the week and/or time
  • Forward to phone number as backup to VoIP
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Use cases

Over the years we've seen our FlyNumbers used in a multitude of ways:

  • Use the Whitby number as a 2nd phone line/phone number
  • Anonymize your personal mobile phone number
  • Separate business and personal calls
  • For your "Contact Us" page
  • Give friends/family a local phone number to reach you on
  • Use the Whitby, GB FlyNumber for applications or forms (both online and offline)
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Optional Cloud Phone System

Configure your call flow with our intuitive "drag and drop" grid canvas

  • Call menu / IVR
  • Time/Day based routing
  • Route based on caller-ID
  • Forward to multiple destinations (Phone numbers and/or VoIP)
  • Call Queue
  • Much more...
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*Monthly price for the number includes unlimited incoming minutes when you answer with VoIP.

Additional rates apply when you forward to a regular phone number, make outgoing calls and/or use our internal cloud phone system.