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Tonight - Light Rain

Minimum: 15C, Wind Direction: south-westerly

Wind: Good 12mph, Pressure: 1006mb, Sunset: 19:48 BST

Friday - Sunny Intervals

Maximum: 19C, Minimum: 12C

Wind: 23mph westerly, Visibility: Very Good, Pollution: Low, Sunrise: 06:16 BST, Sunset: 19:45 BST

Saturday - Sunny Intervals

Maximum: 19C, Minimum: 12C

Wind: 18mph westerly, Visibility: Very Good, Pollution: Low, Sunrise: 06:18 BST, Sunset: 19:43 BST

Date	Event	Time	Height
Fri 4 Sep	Low Tide	03:02	1.83m
Fri 4 Sep	High Tide	09:20	5.01m
Fri 4 Sep	Low Tide	15:37	1.96m
Fri 4 Sep	High Tide	21:58	4.67m
Sat 5 Sep	Low Tide	04:11	2.09m
Sat 5 Sep	High Tide	10:34	4.69m
Sat 5 Sep	Low Tide	16:57	2.32m
Sat 5 Sep	High Tide	23:19	4.51m
Sun 6 Sep	Low Tide	05:48	2.19m
Sun 6 Sep	High Tide	12:12	4.56m
Sun 6 Sep	Low Tide	18:38	2.42m
Sun 6 Sep	High Tide	00:51	4.57m
Mon 7 Sep	Low Tide	07:28	1.98m
Mon 7 Sep	High Tide	13:46	4.72m
Mon 7 Sep	Low Tide	20:07	2.23m
Tue 8 Sep	High Tide	02:10	4.87m
Tue 8 Sep	Low Tide	08:44	1.56m
Tue 8 Sep	High Tide	14:55	5.04m
Tue 8 Sep	Low Tide	21:10	1.91m
Wed 9 Sep	High Tide	03:09	5.23m
Wed 9 Sep	Low Tide	09:41	1.14m
Wed 9 Sep	High Tide	15:47	5.32m
Wed 9 Sep	Low Tide	21:58	1.61m
Thu 10 Sep	High Tide	03:56	5.56m
Thu 10 Sep	Low Tide	10:28	0.81m
Thu 10 Sep	High Tide	16:30	5.52m
Thu 10 Sep	Low Tide	22:40	1.36m

Information

One of Britain's finest stretches of coast, with cliffs, fine bays and safe sandy beaches interspersed with attractive villages,Whitby has been a port for more than 1,000 years and today is still a seafarer's town.

The narrow streets and alleys climbing down to the quayside still bustle as they have done for centuries, and as folklore and tradition are very much part of the Whitby scene visitors soon find themselves involved.

Film and television producers have also discovered Whitbys charm. As well as the ever popularYorkshire television series Heartbeat,Warner brothers recently used Whitby as its main location for the film 'Possession' staring Gwyneth Poultrow.

From the towns centuries old streets, I 99 steps lead up to the parish Church of St Mary whose church yard inspired Bram Stoker to write his world famous novel Dracula.

Harbours

Whitby Harbour Office 01947 602354
Whitby Marina Office 01947 600165
Whitby Watchkeepers 01947 602272

Emergency

Coastguard - Humber 01262 672317 (Operations - manned 24 hrs)
Police 0845 6060247
Whitby Hospital 01947 604851
Doctor - Whitby Group Practice 01947 820888
Dentist - Whitby Dental Clinic 01947 824248

Travel

Bus - Arriva Travelline 0870 6082608
Rail - National Rail Enquiry Line 0845 7484950

Supplies

Co-op, Langbourne Road
Banks in Whitby
HBOS
Nationwide Building Society
Yorkshire Building Society

Local Information

Tourism Bureau - 01723 383637
Local Authority - County Council & Highways - North Yorkshire Council. 01609 780780

Comments (9)

30/04/2026 @ 9:29 am

HG CREW

Hi Greg
We aim to have one of our representatives in Whitby along with a photographer within the next couple of months. If you send us an email to crew@harbourguides.com one of our team will contact you.
Thanks
HG Crew

30/04/2026 @ 9:25 am

Greg F

Hi, I plan to be opening new shop in Whitby later this year. How do I get it advertised on here with a 360 tour?

26/08/2024 @ 7:49 am

HG CREW

Hi Sarah
Sorry for the delay in replying. This is the URL to Whitby Harbour. They should be able to help you.
https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/roads-parking-and-travel/ports-and-harbours/whitby-harbour
Thanks, and once again sorry for the delay

21/08/2024 @ 12:18 pm

Sara Yeaman

We’re trying to get in touch with the marina to book a berth but we’re struggling to get in touch by telephone. Is there an email adddress please?

Thanks

Sara

28/08/2023 @ 2:29 pm

Dick Van der Schuur

Dear sir/madam,
Last week we stayed with our yacht Formosa in the Whitby Marina.
We left the harbour at Thursday in the morning.
I forgot to put the key of the gate in de box at the gate.
I will post you the key in a envelope to:
Whitby Harbour Port Services,
Harbour Office,
Endeavour Wharf,
Whitby,
North Yorkshire,
YO21 1DN.
I hope that the address is correct.
If not please mail me the correct address.

Your’s sincere:
Dick van der Schuur,
Ringweg 22,
3754 LW Eemdijk.

11/07/2022 @ 8:57 am

HG CREW

Whitby Harbour
Hi Ken, We have a number you could call which is 01723 232323 or an email address: discoveryorkshirecoast.com
They may well be able to help you.
Thanks
HG Crew

10/07/2022 @ 9:07 pm

ken robinson

Whitby
hi, i have 22ft boat and would like to come and boat in water and stop 2/3 nights on boat if poss how much would that be ? and some where to car trailer yours ken
.

02/06/2019 @ 5:08 pm

Richard Reeve

Hi I'm thinking getting a boat project 25ft
And would like to keep boat nearby as I live in Harrogate so whitby would be good
What would it cost to keep a boat at whitby for a year?
And any other cost involved?
Kind regards Richard Reeve

05/04/2017 @ 7:21 pm

Girl

Good information

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Business Reviews (33)

18/08/2026 @ 8:10 am

Coates Marine by De Bev

Coates Marine
Totally agree with the reviews on Coates Marine. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff and a much needed service in Whitby.

18/08/2026 @ 8:07 am

Sanders Yard Bistro by Erin & Claus Brehalve

Sanders Yard Bistro
We enjoy our food in Sanders Yard. We liked the workers who were helping us with the choices we make on the menu. We love the cakes and we take some back to home. Thank you for nice time in your restaurant.

17/08/2026 @ 6:51 am

Hadley's Fish & Chips by Kay & Petre

Hadley's Fish & Chips
Our favourite chippy when we go to Whitby, and so good to see them featured on your guide. Always busy but you get served quickly due to the efficiency of the staff.

17/08/2026 @ 6:45 am

Holman's Bookshop by Kay & Petre

Holman's Bookshop
Popped in every morning for my newspapers and usually ended up buying something else as well. Its got so many goodies, gifts, toys etc. that its hard to walk out without buying an additional item or two. Its a long established shop as the previous person commented and it is very well run with polite staff.

25/06/2026 @ 10:46 am

Holman's Bookshop by HG CREW

Holman's Book Shop
Another great addition to The Whitby Harbour Guide. Holman's Book Shop as well as having a great and extensive selection of books, also has a fantastic and large selection of greeting cards, stationery, jigsaws, toys, gifts and newspapers. It was established in 1920, so these guys know exactly what they are doing!

25/06/2026 @ 10:40 am

Sanders Yard Bistro by HG CREW

Sanders Yard Bistro
Just returned from updating the Whitby Harbour Guide and it was a pleasure to meet the owners of Sanders Yard. Its a lovely bistro with outside seating and they serve up some fantastic dishes in lovely surroundings. If you have a sweet tooth, and like cakes, you wont be able to resist their selection!

18/05/2026 @ 8:00 pm

Morningside Hotel by Marina and Mark

A lovely hotel very clean the host Paul and his family were so nice and friendly lovely chatting to them, breakfast was the best I’ve had in a hotel so much to choose from, rooms were very nice with tea/coffee facilities. We had drinks in the hotel bar chatting to Paul before we headed out. We will definitely return.

15/12/2025 @ 7:48 pm

The Fishermans Wife by Jenny & Mark C

The Fishermans Wife
We revisited Whitby after a long absence and headed to The Fishermans Wife as we had eaten here on our last visit to Whitby some years ago. Happy to say that it has got even better and we were delighted with the meal and the service. Just nice to see that this lovely fish restaurant is still serving delicious fresh fish with good service.

14/12/2025 @ 5:45 pm

Hadley's Fish & Chips by Nena & Gabbi

Hadley's Fish & Chips
So many chippies to choose from in Whitby, but when we saw that it was voted Whitby's best! we had to try it out. Honestly could not fault it in any way. It is much more than your average chippy, although you can get takeaway fish and chips, the restaurant service is great. Its got our vote!

14/12/2025 @ 5:40 pm

Coates Marine by Gazza H

Coates Marine
Good well stocked chandlery. Good price on batteries and service with a smile. What more could you want?

13/12/2025 @ 9:29 pm

Fish Cottage by Mikey & Jess

Fish Cottage
A hidden gem of a place. Been to Whitby quite a few times and noticed the Fish Cottage on this site and thought we would take a look. We cam three days on the trot and each time it was perfect. The setting is beautiful and the food is off the scale! What a find!

13/12/2025 @ 9:23 pm

Morningside Hotel by Eddie G

Morningside Hotel
Lovely clean hotel with friendly hosts that make you feel welcome. Nice walk to the harbour and marina. Nice in the bar in the evening chatting to other guests. A very enjoyable experience and we will stay here again when we come back to Whitby.

12/12/2025 @ 11:33 am

Magpie Café by Debbie & Claire K

Magpie Cafe
Visiting Whitby we had to have at least one meal here. We decided to eat in rather than have a takeaway. Having walked past the day before and seeing the queues we decided to book . We arrived and were promptly shown to our table. The fish as expected was delicious, ass was the rest of the food. The service is good and very well run, this is a VERY busy restaurant but it runs so smoothly. The Magpie Café definitely lived up to expectations for us.

05/08/2025 @ 8:49 am

The Fishermans Wife by Theo & Sarah D

The Fishermans Wife
Probably the best thing about this restaurant is the lovely views of the sea. But The Fisherman's Wife has a lot more going for it than just the views. The staff are very accommodating and seem to genuinely want you to enjoy your visit and the food is nice and fresh and cooked to perfection. Its definitely not the cheapest fish restaurant in Whitby, but its probably the one with the nicest view.

04/08/2025 @ 8:47 am

Hadley's Fish & Chips by Debs & Glen Roberts

Hadley's Fish & Chips
Nice staff who like a bit of banter and very generous portions. The batter is superb and the whole place, both restaurant and takeaway run very efficiently. There's so many fish and chip restaurants to choose from in Whitby and i cant comment on them, but I can comment on Hadley's and can honestly say the food and service are superb!

04/08/2025 @ 8:38 am

Coates Marine by Ricky H

Coates Marine
I've called in here a few times now for mostly small items or a gas bottle. The guy is always very friendly and makes you feel like he genuinely appreciates your business however small your purchase may be. I always leave with a smile on my face and a restored faith in human kindness.

03/08/2025 @ 8:45 am

Fish Cottage by Emm's & Terry

Fish Cottage
This place is pretty special. It pretty much has everything. The location and setting are beautiful, we hadn't been to Sandsend before and it really is only minutes from Whitby, but a million miles away in character. As you can see from the photos on the advert the restaurant itself is very picturesque and has outside seating. They also offer a takeaway service. They had scallops on the menu when we were there and they were delicious, but these were on the Specials menu so may not always be available. But dont worry, everything we had here was cooked to perfection and as fresh as we have tasted. A must visit when visiting Whitby!

03/08/2025 @ 8:33 am

Magpie Café by J & Stephanie

Magpie Café
We had heard about how famous Whitby is for fish and chips before we arrived, so it was no surprise to see four of them featured in your Whitby harbour guide. We opted to try Magpie Café, but when we saw the que we had second thoughts. But we needn't have worried, the staff are obviously used to this and we got served quickly. It was well worth the short wait and we will be coming back for more.

30/05/2025 @ 9:28 am

Hadley's Fish & Chips by Viv & Xavia

Hadley's Fish & Chips
First time we had English fish and chips and we no why everyone likes them we pees with them. very good!

05/02/2025 @ 8:38 am

The Fishermans Wife by Debbie, Theo & family

The Fishermans Wife
This is more of a restaurant than a chippy. The views of the beach are stunning and the food is fresh and cooked to perfection. Yes, they serve fish & chips, but to call it a "Chippy" would be an injustice.

05/02/2025 @ 8:34 am

Magpie Café by Gail & Brian Fallon

Magpie Café
Normally big ques outside at lunchtime as this is a very popular chippy with locals and tourists, however, dont let that put ypu of, the service is very quick and efficient and you will get served quicker than you think. Plus its worth the wait.

05/12/2024 @ 8:36 am

The Fishermans Wife by Laura & Owen

The Fishermans Wife
This is another high end fish specialist restaurant. When we came to Whitby, we were well aware that it was famous for its vast selection of typical English fish and chip shops. What we weren't aware of was that there are a few top quality fish restaurants serving up delicious fresh produce to a very high standard. The Fishermans Wife is one of these. Get a table by the window overlooking the beach if possible.

05/12/2024 @ 8:30 am

Fish Cottage by Laura & Owen

Fish Cottage
Who knew that Whitby has so many charming little hideaways? Sandsend is a quiet area with a lovely beach. The Fish Cottage is a high end fish restaurant. There is plenty of seating both inside and out. The food and service is top quality.

04/12/2024 @ 8:28 am

Coates Marine by Ricky

Coates Marine
It was a pleasure calling in here as the staff member was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. There's a good selection of chandlery in the shop and the boatyard looks well run. 10 out of 10 from me.

29/10/2024 @ 8:50 am

Magpie Café by Neil & Shelly

Magpie Café
The most famous chippy in Whitby for a reason. Yes the ques can be long but they get to you very quick. Well worth queuing up for and deffinitely worth waiting for.

26/10/2024 @ 11:40 am

Fish Cottage by Dawn & Jez

Fish Cottage
Lovely setting by the beach in Sandsend, we honestly didn't know it existed until we saw it on here and saw the photos. Try and pick a sunny summers day and take advantage of the outdoor area.

01/08/2024 @ 10:12 am

Magpie Café by Babs & Kieran

Magpie Café
There was a large que to get into the Magpie Café and we were undecided weather to que up or eat elsewhere. In the end we decided to stay with it. we were surprised at how quickly we got in, and it really was worth the wait. Its probably Whitby's most famous fish and chip restaurant and they really know how to look after their thousands of customers and serve up lovely fresh fish with superb batter. Don't be put off by the ques, its definitely worth the wait.

30/07/2024 @ 9:04 am

Hadley's Fish & Chips by Jay & Family

Hadley's Fish & Chips
The name Hadley's Fish & Chips suggests a typical English fish & chip shop, but Hadley's is definitely not. This place would be best described as a specialist fish restaurant with a takeaway facility.
We were passing by Whitby and decided to call in and have lunch here. We decided upon Hadley's and ate in. Everything was perfect, including the portions. They have gluten free dishes etc. The restaurant was very busy but we got a table easy enough. Whitby seems to be inundated with fish and chip restaurants, we cant comment on any of the others, but Hadley's was spot on!

29/07/2024 @ 5:19 pm

Coates Marine by Red Rob

Coates Marine
A very friendly boatyard. The owners and staff are always courteous making the atmosphere is nice when working on your boat. They are willing to offer good advice.
The boatyard is ideally located.

28/07/2024 @ 8:29 am

Fish Cottage by Raquel & Martin Frampton

Fish Cottage
We look the 10 minute bike ride from Whitby Harbour (We are slow peddlers) to Sandsend and stopped foe lunch at the Fish Cottage. It really was a good decision to get away from the harbour for a day and have a mooch around Sandsend. The Fish cottage is ideally located as you can see from the photos. To take full advantage of this restaurant we would suggest going on a sunny day as there's plenty of alfresco seating. However most people including locals will have the same idea so I would telephone first and make a reservation just to be on the safe side. Once there its well worth the visit. We will certainly be revisiting.

27/07/2024 @ 10:21 am

The Fishermans Wife by Lisa & Theo

The Fishermans Wife
Well there's no shortage of fish restaurants in Whitby, but non with the view and standard as The Fishermans Wife. Fantastic location overlooking the sea and beach (Depending weather the tide is in or out)
The service is very friendly and the cuisine gets 10 out of 10 from us.
It was very busy when we went, so I would suggest booking.

26/07/2024 @ 9:48 am

Morningside Hotel by Helen

Morningside Hotel
We are planning to come back to Whitby end of September, Would we have to book well in advance, or will it be quieter then?

26/07/2024 @ 9:44 am

Magpie Café by Helen & Craig Whiteside

Magpie Café
Great to see the famous Magpie on here and looking so well in the photos. Its been some time since we last visited Whitby, but going through this site brings back some great memories. Hoping to visit at the end of September, and of course we will be calling in the Magpie for our fish and chips.

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