Watchesofwhitby Reviews 164

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Looking at 42 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional friendliness, professionalism, and extensive knowledge, making every interaction pleasant and helpful. People frequently highlight the excellent service received, noting the smooth and straightforward process from initial inquiry to purchase. The quality of the products is also a major point of satisfaction, with many customers reporting that watches are exactly as described, often exceeding expectations and arriving in superb condition. A few other people also felt that the coffee wasn't great.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Picked up my new Rolex Submariner “Starbucks” from Watches of Whitby and I’m absolutely thrilled. The watch is stunning—Rolex quality through and through. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcom... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been buying, part exchanging and selling to Watches of Whitby over the last few years and have always had a great experience. Their watches are absolutely pristine and very fairly priced. The gu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased a brand new Tudor on 1st September and it was delivered the next day. The packaging was excellent and the addition of a small travel pouch and polishing cloth was a nice touch. I've em... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought my first Rolex on the 20th September from here and I can not thank them enough. From my initial email regarding a part exchange the communication was outstanding, responses were quick and an... See more

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Company details

  1. Jewelry Store

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High standards are our priority Watches of Whitby are a family run business with over 20 years’ experience in buying and selling luxury watches. We are passionate about what we do and delivering exceptional customer service; you can be assured we only stock the very best to meet yours and our high standards. We buy, sell and part exchange luxury pre-owned watches from our wonderful shop based in Whitby, a gem of the North Yorkshire Coast located at the bottom of the famous 199 steps.


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4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is my second purchase from Watches…

This is my second purchase from Watches of Whitby and I’ve had another great experience. The team are really friendly and easy to talk to, which makes a big difference when you’re buying a watch. They’re always happy to answer questions and you can tell they genuinely know what they’re talking about.

Everything felt professional from start to finish, and the whole process was smooth and straightforward. Delivery was also very quick, which was a nice bonus.

I’d happily recommend them to anyone, whether you’re buying your first luxury watch or adding another to your collection. A very easy and enjoyable experience all round.

April 24, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Its very rare in this day and age

Its very rare in this day and age, I find, to have a perfect service from end to end of any purchase. Watches of Whitby pretty nailed the service of buying a high end watch and I really can't complain about anything at all it has been a complete delight and I will definitely order from them again. Keep up the great work!

March 31, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A really pleasant experience from start…

A really pleasant experience from start to finish. Heather was helpful throughout. I purchased over the phone without even seeing the watch in person. It was posted to me the next day and the description and condition were absolutely spot on.
Thank you so much

March 24, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought a perfect Rolex

Bought a perfect Rolex, at a very good price, sold by friendly and knowledgeable staff, with no pressure to buy. Thanks for staying open well beyond your normal closing time while a made a decision. Overall, excellent service, will definitely return and would highly recommend.

March 14, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another smooth transaction with this…

Another smooth transaction with this company. Purchased online and kept informed by the team there exactly what was happening.

Watch arrived on time and is absolutely superb, just as indicated on their website.

Thank you for a stress free experience 🙂

March 7, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ethical/Trustworthy Retailer

They went over and above to help us with an issue we had with a ring we had bought - after having it inspected by the supplier and a third party they addressed the problem by replacing the ring without any charge. Presumably they had identified a quality issue and rather than push us to pay for a repair they must have stood their ground with a supplier on our behalf. This was a fantastic outcome especially given that the ring was out of warranty - technically we assume that they didn't have to do that for us - but they did.

February 14, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience as always.

Why has it taken me so long to write a review?......I've bought numerous watches from Watches of Whitby over the years from outright sales to part exchanges to others. I found them on Instagram and it went from there. Great advise/service from the owners and staff and attention to detail with supplying all the little extra bits that collectors look for example tags sent in own little branded pouches not just thrown in the box by the side of you expensive watch free to dance around on the way home☝️... Take note this is how watches should be presented and when buying online ( which I had never done before and was nervous about to be honest) from them this makes all the difference. Family owned and run and it shows. 👏👏👏
Well done to all involved and a big thank you........ I'm a bit slow is the answer to the question I asked myself..... yeah... That's it. 🤷🤫🤦

February 26, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

thank you everyone at watches of whitby

thank you everyone at watches of whitby, by far the best customer experience I've had anywhere and you all should rightly be proud of the service you give with the added bonus of being in my favorite yorkshire village

February 18, 2026
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Don’t like how I’ve spent literally…

Don’t like how I’ve spent literally thousands of pounds on £25 pound tickets on raffles and now they’ve decided to be greedy and make the tickets cheaper and the odds even harder what a joke and waste of money .. pointless now

February 16, 2026
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Reply from Watchesofwhitby

Hi Brian,

Thank you for your feedback and for your past support.

We’ve been running luxury watch competitions for nearly three years, during which time ticket prices have ranged from £2 to £25 depending on the prize and format. Lower-priced tickets are intended to make entry more accessible so more people can take part, rather than limiting participation to higher-value entries only.

Importantly, odds are determined by how many tickets a person holds compared to the total number available — not simply the price of each ticket. When ticket prices are lower, customers can purchase more entries for the same overall spend, meaning the odds per £ spent remain broadly similar.

As a business, we continually adapt how competitions are structured in response to the economic climate and customer preferences. Our goal is to keep draws fair, transparent, and enjoyable while ensuring they remain sustainable to run.

We genuinely appreciate your support and hope to continue offering competitions that people enjoy participating in.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendliness and great customer service in abundance.

From my first friendly enquiry with Mel, laying down a deposit, to the actual experience the next day purchasing the watch from Heather & Max, the service at WOW is very friendly.

My husband is delighted with his 50th Birthday present, and I have a feeling we will be back next year when it's my 50th.

Fully recommend Watches Of Whitby for a great customer experience.

February 7, 2026
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Thank you for the 5 star review Sally and kind words. It is very much appreciated. We hope to see you again in the future :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class products and service.

I've been buying, part exchanging and selling to Watches of Whitby over the last few years and have always had a great experience. Their watches are absolutely pristine and very fairly priced. The guys in the shop are so friendly, yet professional and helpful. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending WOW if you are considering buying a luxury timepiece.

January 30, 2026
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Reply from Watchesofwhitby

Thank you Mark for the great review, it is very much appreciated. Hopefully we will see you again :)

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent company.

I have to award 5 stars. Every correspondence and competition has been top notch. They are legitimate and clearly know about watches. I look forward to taking a trip to their store when I'm next in the market for a watch.

January 29, 2026
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Reply from Watchesofwhitby

Thank you for the fantastic review, Andrew — we really appreciate your support.

We’re delighted you’ve enjoyed your experience with us, and you’d be very welcome to visit the store when you’re next in the market for a watch. We look forward to meeting you in person.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What can I say to measure how pleased…

What can I say to measure how pleased the service was from WoW. From the initial call to receiving my Rolex was first class. Not only was the price amazing but the watch was better than I’d expected. It was securely packaged beautifully and I can’t thank the team there enough for their service. Thank you and I’ll be coming back again guys when I need anything else! Regards Mark

December 1, 2025
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Reply from Watchesofwhitby

Thank you so much for the fantastic review, Mark — we truly appreciate your kind words.

We’re delighted to hear that you were pleased with both the service and the watch, and that it exceeded your expectations. It means a great deal to the whole team.

Enjoy your Rolex, and we look forward to helping you again whenever you need anything in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the 1st phone call

From the 1st phone call, I knew Mel and Paula were the real deal. Amazing customer service. They satisfied all my concerns with attention to detail. They are definitely the only place to buy a watch from, trusted honest people. Thanks guys Darren

December 18, 2025
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Reply from Watchesofwhitby

Thank you for the fantastic review, Darren — we really appreciate your kind words.

We’re so pleased Mel and Paula were able to put you at ease and provide the level of service you deserved. Your trust means a great deal to us.

Enjoy your watch, and we look forward to helping you again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to Paula & her team

Thanks to Paula & her team, fantastic selection of pristine watches. Service was excellent, nothing to much for them. Highly recommended

December 13, 2025
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Reply from Watchesofwhitby

Thank you for the lovely review — we really appreciate your recommendation.

We’re so pleased you enjoyed both the selection and the service. Paula and the team will be delighted to hear your kind words.

We hope to welcome you again in the future.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent condition pre-owned watches, great service, friendly staff

First time purchase from WofW. Saw the watch I wanted online at a competitive price, called in on spec on a Saturday morning. Small shop, watches and jewellery are nicely presented. The watch was exactly as described, in excellent condition having just had a comprehensive manufacturers service. I took a watch I already own as potential part-ex, although purchase was not dependent on it. We popped out for some breakfast whilst they assessed the watch for condition and they came back to us within the hour. Although they declined the part-ex due to a small mark on the watch glass that was not visible to the naked eye (and so was unknown to me), only visible at high magnification, this did reassure me about the high standards they apply to the watches they sell and gave me further confidence in the watch I purchased. All in all a good experience and would definitely recommend WofW to anyone looking for a high quality pre-owned watch in tip top condition. Only one niggle, the coffee wasn’t great but it was nice to be offered one 😊

November 15, 2025
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Reply from Watchesofwhitby

Thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review — we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

We’re delighted you were pleased with the watch and that our standards gave you confidence in your purchase. It was a pleasure meeting you, and we’re glad you enjoyed your visit (even if the coffee didn’t quite live up to expectations — we’ll work on that! 😊).

Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Worth the 326mile motorbike ride to…

Worth the 326mile motorbike ride to visit and purchase an Omega 44 Diver. The staff are extremely friendly, professional, trusted and very knowledgeable. You will be in good hands with Watches of Whitby

October 27, 2025
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Reply from Watchesofwhitby

Thank you for the fantastic review, Rich — and for making the 326-mile trip to see us, that’s seriously appreciated!

We’re delighted you’re pleased with your Omega and that you enjoyed the experience with the team. It was a pleasure meeting you.

Ride safe, enjoy the watch, and you’ll always be very welcome back at Watches of Whitby.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a pleasure doing business with…

Always a pleasure doing business with the team. Been fortunate enough to have several watches from them and all have been in fantastic condition and the transactions have gone smoothly every time.

November 3, 2025
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Reply from Watchesofwhitby

Thank you for your continued support, Paul — it’s always a pleasure dealing with you too.

We’re delighted you’ve been pleased with each watch and that everything has gone smoothly every time. Your repeat custom means a great deal to the whole team.

We look forward to helping you with the next one!

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