Photographs of Whitby

These photographs show a little of the history and beauty of Whitby.

The character of Whitby comes from the great variety of buildings, steep slopes, narrow streets, the river, harbour and movement of the tides.

The Abbey was founded by King Oswy of Northumbria to commemorate his victory over Penda of Mercia in 655. Lady Hilda being the first Abbess there.

Next to the Abbey is St. Mary's Parish Church AD1110. Well worth a visit for many unique features.

In the graveyard stands low gravestones of Pirates. These stones are recognised by the sign of the skull and crossbones.

(All the below photographs were taken by joannasteadphotography).

This photograph shows the view through the 'tunnel' which is cut through the
cliffs on Khyber Pass. In view are the 199 church steps leading to the
Church and the Abbey Ruins.

This shows the Lighthouses which flank the harbour mouth and the Pier.

Shows the Cottages on Henrietta Street which leads to the 199 steps.
On this street is the world famous Kipper House of the Fortune
family and is over 100 years old.

Lighthouses in background - Wet doggy in foreground.

This is the Eskbelle Pleasure Cruiser (one of many!) where you can enjoy
daytime trips plus a lovely 'midnight' cruise. Toilets and bar on board.

Whitby by night.

Another 'Khyber Pass' tunnel view.

The 'Whalebones' are actually jawbones are were erected as a reminder of
the great period of the whaling industry from 1753 to 1830.