The photos turn back the clock to 1950 and showcase the stories which were making the news around the county during the year. Locations in focus include Knaresborough, Harrogate and York in North Yorkshire, Leeds in West Yorkshire, Scarborough on the east coast as well as towns and villages in the Yorkshire Wolds and Yorkshire Dales. READ MORE: Intriguing pictures show life in Leeds during the 1950s YEP NEWSLETTERS: Sign up for free news and sport emails

1. Knaresborough
Knaresborough as seen from the steps to the Castle in October 1950. | YPN Photo: YPN


3. Yorkshire Dales
Grinton in Swaledale with Reeth Low Moor beyond. Carver Hill is on skyline. Pictured in February 1950. | YPN Photo: YPN


5. Scalby
Scalby Mills Hotel, popular with Scarborough visitors. Pictured in January 1950. | YPN Photo: YPN
