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
1. Whitby in the 1970s
A line of washing makes a brave showing above Whitby Harbour in May 1971. | YPN Photo: YPN
6. Whitby in the 1970s
Young visitors to Whitby Museum in March 1971 take an interest in this huge fossil of a prehistoric creature. The fossil was found near Whitby. | YPN Photo: YPN
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