They turn the spotlight on 1954, a 12 months which saw the end of food rationing after more than 14 years. The photo gems., plucked from the YEP archive, bring into focus a range of landmarks to showcase the wonder and beauty of God’s own county. Locations in focus include the Yorkshire Dales, Scarborough, Bridlington and Filey on the coast as well as Beverley, Settle, Leeds, Bradford, York. and Harrogate READ MORE: 18 photo memories take you around Yorkshire in 1980 YEP NEWSLETTERS: Sign up for a free monthly email digest of nostalgia
13. Boston Spa
The Weir from the Thorp Arch side of the River Wharfe in January 1954. | YPN Photo: YPN
16. Driffield
The Queen after arriving at Driffield RAF station in August 1954 inspects a guard of honour. | YPN Photo: YPN
17. York
A corner of the huge building shop at York Railway Carriage Works. In the foreground can be seen the framework of a coach roof. | YPN Photo: YPN
