It was a decade of change and challenges for the seaside town. The much-loved Hornsea Pottery was replaced by Hornsea Freeport shopping village. The issue of coastal erosion was high on the news agenda while the town enjoyed a visit from the Princess Royal. These photos, plucked from the YEP archive, also showcase local landmarks and events including Hornsea Mere, Hornsea Museum and Hornsea Carnival. Spotted anyone you remember? READ MORE: 31 of the best photos take you back to Bridlington in the 1990s YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of nostalgia
19. Hornsea in the 1990s
Noel Chew pictured on the front at Hornsea in December 1997 where work on sea defences had been put back 16-months. | Terry Carrott Photo: Terry Carrott
20. Hornsea in the 1990s
Environment officers return by boat to Hornsea Mere after searching tributaries for dead fish in January 1998. | Terry Carrott Photo: Terry Carrott
21. Hornsea in the 1990s
Hornsea Freeport shopping village pictured in February 1998. | Terry Carrott Photo: Terry Carrott
22. Hornsea in the 1990s
Members of the Regia Anglorum living history re-enactment group do battle at the Hornsea Carnival in July 1998. | John Jones Photo: John Jones
23. Hornsea in the 1990s
John and Carol Coulson of the Cottage Bistro tuck in to a plate of traditional Irish stew, accompanied by Guinness and fresh bread. Pictured in March 1999. | John Jones Photo: John Jones
24. Hornsea in the 1990s
April 1999 and c urator Ceryl Evans sorts through old postcards and photographs for an exhibition celebrating the 21st anniversary of Hornsea Museum. | Terry Carrott Photo: Terry Carrott