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Internationally recognised as one of only 50 clubs in the UK to have achieved the GEO Certified® excellence award, WBGC is one of the premier golf courses in the North East of England, providing a high quality experience for golfers of all abilities.

“Internationally recognised as one of only 50 clubs in the UK to have achieved the GEO Certified® excellence award, Whitley Bay GC is one of the premier golf courses in the North East of England, providing a high quality experience for golfers of all abilities.”

The Golf Club

As one of the North East’s premier golf clubs, Whitley Bay Golf Club aspires to be recognised regionally, nationally and internationally for the quality of the golf course, the all-round experience provided by our professional and friendly colleagues and enjoyed by members and visitors alike.


The Course

Founded in 1890, and just a few hundred yards from the wonderful Northumberland Coastline, Whitley Bay Golf Course is one of the finest courses in the North East of England. Its undulating terrain shares parkland and heathland characteristics, with fast, true greens, all maintained to an exceptional standard, and providing a high quality test for golfers of all abilities.


The History

Follow in the footsteps of golfing legends: play on a course designed by 1912  Open Champion Ted Ray and graced by some of the greatest golfers in history, including Harry Vardon, James Braid, Seve Ballesteros, Nick Faldo, Lee Trevino and Greg Norman..


The Environment

The club is internationally recognised as one of only 50 in the UK to have achieved the GEO Certified® excellence award, the symbol of great golf environments worldwide – designating a golf facility as having met high standard in the areas of Nature, Resources, Community, and is committed to continuing improvement. GEO Certified® is widely trusted and endorsed by a growing number of organisations and informed authorities both inside and outside golf.


Testimonials

Phill Barker

I was lucky enough to visit today as a member of the Tynemouth Lodge Golf Society (Banana Splits). I cannot praise the course highly enough!! The fairways and greens were immaculate. The course a true test without being brutal. The staff and management super welcoming!! I will be back soon.

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Keith Dixon

This being my 1st time playing at WBGC Throughly enjoyed our day ! Compliments to the green staff as the course was immaculate & a pleasure to play on. Looking forward to next time.

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Steve Paxton

We received a friendly warm welcome in the pro shop. Our tee time was spot on. The course was in very good condition despite there had been very heavy rain the previous evening. Pace of play was good with no waiting on tees or playing onto greens. A good variety of holes. Hard to see…

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