They feature a range of landmarks which showcase the beauty of the seaside town as well as its rich history and heritage as a coastal gem. These photos, plucked from the YEP archive, feature Whitby Harbour and Whitby Abbey as well as the old swing bridge and views from above the town. They also feature a range of familiar faces from back in the day. READ MORE: 16 photos take you back to Whitby during the 1990s YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia

13. Whitby in the 1970s
Fishing vessels form a strong line of defence at the entrance to Whitby Harbour in March 1975. | YPN Photo: YPN


15. Whitby in the 1970s
Do you remember the boutique and occult shop at the corner of the Market Place? Pictured in October 1976. | YPN Photo: YPN

16. Whitby in the 1970s
An unusual tomb at St. Marys Church which attracts the attention of visitors. Pictured in October 1976. | YPN Photo: YPN

17. Whitby in the 1970s
February 1976 and coble fishermen claimed trawlers were "ruining their livelihood" by fishing too close to the shore. | YPN Photo: YPN

18. Whitby in the 1970s
Geoffrey Beresford poses as Count Dracula in Whitby churchyard in May 1977. Photo: YPN


