John Butler

John Butler Position: Defender 1926 – 1946 (Multiple Spells) John Butler was Whitby first ever ‘star’ was John Butler. Born in Granford Brigg in Lincolnshire, John's family moved to Middlesbrough. Whilst ‘Bimmer’ Thompson was knocking the goals in up front, John was running a tight ship at the back. A solid performer for the club … Continue reading John Butler

Roy Eric Edwards

Roy Eric Edwards Position: Midfield 1964 – 1972 Roy was not a local player, born in September 1940, 232 miles away in Canterbury, Kent. He began his playing career with the R.A.F. before moving to Lincoln City Reserves. Bill Jeffs, the Whitby manager, was looking to build on the strong FA Cup and Amateur cup … Continue reading Roy Eric Edwards

Bobby Stuart

Bobby Stuart Manager Bobby was born in 1913 in Middlesbrough and started his footballing career at South Bank. Bobby became a schoolboy international at the age of 14 and gained three caps. At 15 he then joined his home town club, Middlesbrough, between 1931 and 1947 he made 247 appearances and scored 2 goals. In … Continue reading Bobby Stuart

David Logan

David Logan. Defender. Assistant Manager. Manager. David joined the blues way back in October 1982 from New Marske. A left sided defender was to make his debut on the 14th August 1982 against South Bank In the Mickey Skinner Trophy at South Bank. He came on as a Subsitute. His home debut was also a … Continue reading David Logan

Harry Dunn

Harry Dunn Manager Two terms You cannot talk about Whitby Town Football Club and it’s people without mentioning the most successful manager in it’s history. Born in Bishop Auckland, County Durham in 1948 he began his footballing career with his hometown club until he was spotted by the Northern Premier League side Scarborough. It is … Continue reading Harry Dunn