Formed on 31 May 1930 as Whitburn Amateurs F.C., they turned Junior over the summer months of 1934.

Nicknamed The Burnie, the club's colours are claret and amber.

The club have won the Scottish Junior Cup on one occasion, defeating Johnstone Burgh on penalties in the 1999–00 final.

[1] The team was managed from 2014 to 2016 by former St Mirren boss Tom Hendrie.

[2] Source As of 31st May 2024[3] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.