A Guide to Parking in Whitby

Thursday 21st May, 2020 by Host & Stay

Due to the nature of the town centre, parking in Whitby can be difficult. Controlled parking zones, permit zones, pay-and-display parking… You name it, Whitby has it and it can be confusing for new visitors to the area. That’s why we’ve put together our handy guide to parking in Whitby so you’re fully prepared when you arrive.

Keep reading for in-depth information about Whitby parking scratch cards, the W zones in Whitby and where you can find additional parking throughout the town.

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Whitby W Zone Parking

There are a number of different zones throughout Whitby for parking. Whitby W zones in particular are for pre-paid parking permits which allow guests visiting the area and staying in nearby accommodation to park in this zone.

Please see our map of the W zones in Whitby below. All of the streets which are highlighted in yellow are Whitby W zones.

The image shows a white and grey map of Whitby with W zone streets highlighted with yellow dots.

The streets within the Whitby W zones include:

Argyle Road
Back St Hilda’s Terrace
Crescent Avenue
Havelock Place
Hudson Street
John Street
Well Cl Square
West Terrace

Whitby Parking Scratch Cards

Many of our properties, especially in the town centre, provide Whitby parking scratch cards for the duration of our guests’ stay. The scratch cards entitle guests to free on-street parking in Whitby W zones when the scratch card is on display in their vehicle.

If you’re staying at one of our properties which provides a parking scratch card, it will be inside the property ready for your arrival. We recommend you stay in your vehicle whilst another member of your party accesses the property at your check in time to retrieve the scratch card. If you are travelling solo, leave your car in a free parking spot while you retrieve the card.

Please follow the instructions on the scratch card very carefully and please refer to the following information if you get stuck:

You need to scratch the year, month and day of arrival. Do not scratch off every day of your stay as this will make the permit invalid. The only day which should be scratched off is the first day.
Remember to add your vehicle registration number in the white box next to the W.
Remember to add the name of the property you are staying in underneath ‘Holiday Accommodation Name’.
The parking scratch card is ONLY valid in the W zones in Whitby. Parking in any other zone could lead to a parking ticket.
Once you have followed all of the instructions on the scratch card carefully, the parking scratch card must be clearly displayed in your vehicle.
Depending on the duration of your stay, you may be provided multiple scratch cards to cover the number of nights of your reservation. We will either provide 2 night or 4 night scratch cards so please remember to replace the scratch card once it is due to expire. If you are replacing a scratch card which is due to expire, please ensure the day you have scratched off on the new card is the day you’re displaying the new card from.

Failure to follow the instructions could result in a parking ticket so we recommend taking your time to understand the details before filling out the card.

Additional Free Parking in Whitby

If you’re looking for additional free parking in Whitby, you’re more likely to find this on the West Cliff compared to the East side.

Please see below the areas in Whitby where you may find additional free parking:

Spring Vale – this street is between Upgang Lane and the A174 and can be accessed from the mini roundabout.
The little backstreets which run parallel to St Hilda’s and lead to Skinner Street (this is 24 hour free parking only).
Along the North Terrace, from the corner of Royal Hotel down towards Sandsend.

Before leaving your vehicle, please check all road signs to ensure you aren’t parked in a permit zone, parking zone or pay-and-display area. If you are unsure, we’d recommend moving your vehicle to another location which clearly states free parking to avoid the chance of receiving a parking ticket.

Pay and Display Parking in Whitby

There are several pay and display car parks throughout Whitby including:

Church Street Car Park
📍 Church Street, Whitby, YO22 4AS

A short five-minute walk from the town centre, Church Street car park is open every day and offers disabled spaces and electric car charging. Prices start from £2.60 for one hour, £5.30 for three hours, £8.40 for six hours and £10.80 for 24 hours. The payment options include card, cash, contactless and phone. RingGo is available (Location ID 4627).

Endeavour Wharf Car Park
📍 Endeavour Wharf, Langbourne Road, Whitby, YO21 1YW

The Endeavour Wharf car park is a long-stay car park in the centre of town. It is open every day and prices start from £4 for two hours, £6.60 for four hours, £8.40 for six hours and £10.80 for 24 hours. The payment options include card, cash, contactless and phone. RingGo is available (Location ID 4630).

Please note Endeavour Wharf car park is sometimes closed due to operational reasons, and it has seasonal opening hours. There are also no designated disabled parking bays in this car park.

Abbey Headland Car Park
📍 Abbey Headland, Abbey Lane, Whitby, YO22 4JT

Perfect for visiting Whitby Abbey and staying on the East Cliff, Abbey Headland car park offers 415 car spaces and a number of disabled parking bays. There is also a grass overflow when it becomes full. This car park also has CCTV in operation and toilet facilities.

Abbey Headland car park is open every day and prices start from £2.60 for one hour, £4 for two hours, £8.40 for six hours and £10.80 for 24 hours. The payment options include card, cash, contactless and phone. RingGo is available (Location ID 4625). In the winter months, the car park is usually free so it can be a great choice for free parking in Whitby if you’re holidaying with us between 1st November and 28th/29th February.

West Cliff Car Park
📍 West Cliff, 17 Royal Crescent, Whitby, YO21 3EG

West Cliff is a long-stay car park with 424 parking spaces, disabled parking bays and electric car charging. The car park is pay and display in the high season between 1st March – 31st October, and prices start from £2.60 for one hour, £4 for two hours, £8.40 for six hours and £10.80 for 24 hours. Payment options include card, cash, contactless and phone. RingGo is available (Location ID 4635).

If you’re staying with us over the winter season and you’re looking for free parking in Whitby, West Cliff is a great choice as it’s usually free from 1st November – 28th/29th February.

Whitby Park and Ride Scheme

Whitby’s Park and Ride service provides a convenient and cost-effective way to access the town, particularly during busy periods. Offering an alternative to town centre parking in Whitby, it caters to a wide range of visitors, from daily commuters to visitors.

The site features a modern, energy-efficient building equipped with a comfortable waiting area, restroom facilities and 450 free parking spaces. The bus fare includes both parking and access to the amenities, with tickets available for purchase directly from the driver. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on the bus, at the driver’s discretion, with no additional fee.

The Park and Ride is situated at the junction of the A171 and B1460, just north of Whitby. For those using sat nav, the postcode is YO21 1TL.

Private Parking in Whitby

Our collection also features holiday lets with private parking in Whitby. From garages to driveways, these properties offer free parking on the premises for the ultimate convenience.

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If you have any questions about Whitby parking, our friendly team are always on hand to help. Please don’t hesitate to call our office on 01287 658171 or email [email protected].