Whitby North Yorkshire England Collection

England, North Yorkshire, Whitby
Picturesque Whitby View. The ancient seaport of Whitby, Yorkshire is is a beautiful and picturesque natural harbour situated on England's North East Coast. - July 2006

Loss of the Brig "Vine", of Bristol, at Whitby, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Loss of the Brig "Vine", of Bristol, at Whitby, [North Yorkshire], 1850....the vessel...struck upon the sands, about 200 yards from the entrance to the harbour

Whitby, c. 1855. Creator: Benjamin Brecknell Turner
Whitby, c. 1855. [Ruined abbey at Whitby in north Yorkshire. The atmospheric ruins were part of the inspiration behind Bram Stokers novel Dracula, published in 1897]. Albumen print

Water Rats, 1886, printed July 1991. Creator: Frank Meadow Sutcliffe
Water Rats, 1886, printed July 1991. [Young boys playing in Whitby harbour, North Yorkshire]. Photogravure, from " Sun Artists, number 8" (1891)

Whitby Fishermen, c. 1885. Creator: Sutcliffe, Frank Meadow
Whitby Fishermen, c. 1885

Whitby Scaur, Yorkshire, 1896. Creator: Alfred William Hunt
Whitby Scaur, Yorkshire, 1896

Whitby Abbey, c1870. 7th-century Whitby Abbey, a centre of medieval Northumbria was confiscated by the crown under Henry VIII during the Dissolution of the Monasteries 1536-1545

Cliffs near Whitby, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Cliffs near Whitby, 1898. From " Our Own Country, Volume I.". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, 1898]

Painted Beach Huts in a Line, Whitby, England, UK

England, North Yorkshire, Whitby, pier and lighthouse
July 2006

The ruins of Whitby Abbey, Whitby, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
The ruins of Whitby Abbey that inspired Bram Stoker to his masterpiece Dracula, Whitby, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Harbour, abbey and St. Marys church, Whitby, Yorkshire, England, UK, Europe
View across the mouth of the River Esk to the harbour at Whitby, with St. Marys church and the ruined Abbey high up on the hilltop beyond

Wearing Anklet
circa 1920: A close-up of an anklet of Whitby jet worn on a womans ankle. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

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Whitby, a picturesque town located in North Yorkshire, England, is a place that captivates visitors with its rich history and stunning landscapes. Steeped in maritime heritage, Whitby has been immortalized through various artistic creations. One such masterpiece is "Water Rats, " an iconic photograph taken by Frank Meadow Sutcliffe in 1886. This image, printed in July 1991, showcases the essence of Whitby's fishing community during that era. It serves as a reminder of the town's deep-rooted connection to the sea. Another renowned work is Benjamin Brecknell Turner's c. 1855 photograph of Whitby itself. Through his lens, he captured the timeless beauty of this coastal gem - its charming streets and quaint buildings standing as testaments to its enduring allure. Frank Meadow Sutcliffe also contributed to preserving Whitby's legacy with his piece titled "Whitby Fishermen" from around 1885. This evocative photograph encapsulates the resilience and camaraderie among those who made their living from the sea. Alfred William Hunt's painting "Whitby Scaur" transports viewers back to Yorkshire in 1896. The artwork depicts rugged cliffs overlooking crashing waves - a scene that perfectly embodies Whitby's dramatic coastline. The magnificent ruins of Whitby Abbey are another prominent feature within this enchanting townscape. Dating back to approximately 1870 and captured by unknown artists over time, these remnants stand tall atop East Cliff - an awe-inspiring sight for all who visit. As you explore further along the coast near Whitby, you'll come across breathtaking cliffs depicted in an intriguing photograph from 1898 by an unidentified creator. These majestic formations serve as natural wonders that add depth and character to this already captivating destination. Adding vibrancy to the landscape are painted beach huts lined up along Whitby Beach – a colorful spectacle against nature’s backdrop – a sight that is uniquely Whitby.