Whitby Yacht Club (WYC) was formed in June 1932 at a meeting of 7 gentlemen in the Custom House Hotel (now known as the Dolphin Hotel) in Bridge Street, Whitby. In the early days, many members’ boats were ex-ships’ lifeboats powered by Ford Model T engines. After 2 years the membership had increased and it was necessary to move to larger premises, namely 2 rooms in the Pier House, which was situated adjacent to the double lifeboat house at the end of Pier Road. The Club continued to thrive and the number of members after a further 2 years was approximately 200. The decision was taken to raise the necessary capital, among the members, in order to fund the construction of a new clubhouse on the roof of the double lifeboat house. This is the home of WYC today and together with an extension built in 1976, is in an enviable position.
Contact Info
Address:
Pier Rd, Whitby YO21 3PU, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1947 603623
Email: commodore@whitbyyachtclub.com
Website: whitbyyachtclub.co.uk