Whitby is a brilliant coastal base for a UK golf break, especially for golfers who want sea views, proper seaside character and plenty to do after the round. The main local course is Whitby Golf Club, which has been in its cliff-top position between Whitby and Sandsend since 1895. The club highlights views along the coast towards Kettleness, Whitby Abbey and inland towards the North York Moors, with sea views from across the course.

The town itself adds loads of trip value. Golfers can visit Whitby Abbey, which English Heritage links closely with Bram Stoker’s Dracula, climb the famous 199 steps, walk the harbour, explore the beach, or take a heritage rail trip on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, which runs through 24 miles of North Yorkshire scenery and includes Whitby on its route.

For food and downtime, Whitby is ideal for fish and chips, pubs, boat trips, coastal walks and a slower evening by the harbour. It also works well with Sandsend, Robin Hood’s Bay, Scarborough or the North York Moors as add-ons.

For Hashtag Golf Travel customers, Whitby works best as a scenic seaside golf break, a couples’ short break, or a group trip where the off-course experience is just as important as the golf. It is not the easiest destination by air, but the setting gives it real charm