Whitby Regatta 9th, 10th and 11th August 2025
Whitby Regatta is a fantastic family day out!
Here’s our ‘thumbnail’ run down of the events taking place later this Summer.
Remember to check ALL details though, in case of any last-minute changes.
The best guide is the official Whitby Regatta Programme, which you can buy from the following stockists, click here.
Previous events have attracted over 20,000 visitors so be prepared, get here early and book your accommodation today.
Saturday 9th August
Rowing Races – view from West cliff and the harbour
Regatta Sail Past and Lifeboat Launch
Robinson Cup (sailing) in Whitby Bay
Tombola
This is the Coast Radio Car
Whitby Falconers
Sandsend to Whitby swim – organised by Whitby Wild Swimmers nad sea swim Yorkshire 1pm start, contact whitbyregattaswim@gmail.com
Pick a Pen
The Slackline School
Amazing Captain Kipper
Vintage Japanese Motor Cycle Club Rally
Face Painting
Meet Dalek Panther
Bouncy Castles, trampoline and more
Solar Viewing and Star Party 12 noon to 4.30pm Whitby and District Astronomical Society, near the go karts; Star Party from 9.15pm
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue
Sunday 10th August
Tombola
This is the Coast Radio Car
Whitby Scooter Club Rally
Rowing races – view from West Cliff and the harbour
Face painting
Whitby Falconers
Amazing Captain Kipper
Meet Dalek Panther
Solar viewing and star party 12 noon to 4.30pm Whitby and District Astronomical Society near the go karts; Star Party from 9.15pm
Spit and Polish classic car rally – from 11am West Cliff, Spa Green, West Cliff
Motor cycles and quad bike gymkhana
Pick a pen
Fun Run
Face painting
White Rose Capri Club
Bouncy Castles, trampoline and more
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue
Tubys Vintage commercial vehicles display
Vintage and post war motor cycles
Scrufts dog show
Monday 11th August
Tombola
This is the coast Radio Car
Rowing races – view from West cliff and the harbour
Face painting
Whitby Falconers
Captain Kipper
RPM Bicycle Stung and trials display throughout the day
Meet Dalek Panther
Solar viewing
Fun fair from 10am
Spectacular firework display
Bouncy castle and other fun for the kids
North Yorkshire Fire and rescue
Stand Up Paddleboard event
Fancy Dress judging and prize giving
Rowing clubs prize giving
Grand parade form 10am
Some events in more detail
Whitby Regatta Swim
Monday 11th August from 10am
Sandsend to Whitby Swim, starting at 1pm (subject to weather conditions)
There will also be a Beach Hut swim also starting at 1pm.
Whitby Regatta Family Fun Run
Fun run Sunday 10th August start time tbc
Crescent Gardens, West Cliff
See Whitby Running Club Facebook page for more
Water kindly sponsored by LIdl
Stand up Paddle board event
Monday 11th August 3pm
Hosted by Whitby Yacht Club
River Esk course to Marina Slipway
Sing up by email sup@whitbyyachtclub.com
Sponsored by Coates Marine
Firework Finale
The grand finale will be marked by the Spectacular Fireworks Display on Monday 11th August at 9.45pm.
This display can be viewed from West Cliff and the West Pier.
Illumination pyrotechnics will be in control with a stunning display over Whitby Harbour.
Other Questions … What About Parking?
Parking in just about any coastal resort is at a premium during the summer and we can’t deny the town gets very busy for the Regatta.
If you are a day visitor, it’s best to arrive early so you can get to a parking space.
Or, if you’re staying for a few days, be sure to park legally … see our parking blog for information.
Of course, Whitby has a railway station, and there are regular bus services.
What About Food and Drink?
Whitby regatta gives you a chance to support local cafes, restaurants, pubs and take away venues when you visit a town.
However, there can be queues so patience is a virtue.
You can always bring a picnic to save on the pennies.
Volunteers
Organisers are looking for volunteers to help out at this very community-based event, find out more here: https://www.whitbyregatta.co.uk
Sponsors
Thanks to the generosity of numerous sponsors, Whitby Regatta is one of the best events of the year.
You can see all the sponsors here.
How Do We Get Tickets?
The event is free although some attractions and venues may have an entry fee.
How Old is Whitby Regatta?
It is thought it first began over 180 years ago and is maybe one of the oldest of its kind along the northeast coast.
This history of the event goes back to the mid-1800s, and in the 1930s, when yacht racing was in its heyday, Whitby Regatta began to take its current form.
Find Out More
Visit the Regatta’s website here.
Missed Out This Time?
Whitby Regatta is one of the key events in the town’s calendar and 2026 dates are 8th, 9th and 10th August.
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