Whitby Town Magnets

Steps leading down from Whitby Abbey to the harbour and pier. Whitby is a traditional and popular seaside fishing town on the North Coast of England. The cobbled streets,terraced cottages and street lamps add to the charm of this english town.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England.

Whitby Townscape

A cloudy day by Whitby harbour captured in black and white looking out at the docked boats.

A stormy day in Whitby.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England.

A stormy day in Whitby.

A stormy day in Whitby.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England. A stormy day in Whitby.

The scene looking down the piers at Whitby in North Yorkshire

Whitby, Steps To The Town The 199 Whitby Abbey steps are one challenge visitors to the town cannot resist. They’re one of Whitby's most famous attractions. But, how much do you know about the history of Whitby steps? The first record of the Whitby Abbey steps comes from 1340, but they’re believed to be even older. The steps were originally made from wood. It was not until 1774 that the original wooden steps were replaced with stone from Sneaton.

This view is based on a photo I took some years ago when I walked the coast to coast path, but starting here in Whitby rather than Robin Hood Bay. It was a bit misty and grey, so the buildings in the background fade away. If you want to colour it in during lockdown, the main colours are dark red, grey and white, with most of the roofs and many of the walls being the dark red. The town is best known for its connections with Dracula, but it makes an interesting place to visit regardless. Drawn in (dipping) pen and ink on A3 cartridge paper, using a pencil grid to get the rough positions right.

Sail out. Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England. A stormy day in Whitby.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England. A stormy day in Whitby.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England,

A cloudy day by Whitby harbour captured in black and white looking out at the docked boats, shops and homes.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England,

Steps leading down from Whitby Abbey to the harbour and pier. Whitby is a traditional and popular seaside fishing town on the North Coast of England. The cobbled streets,terraced cottages and street lamps add to the charm of this english town.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England.

Whitby, 199 Steps The 199 Whitby Abbey steps are one challenge visitors to the town cannot resist. They’re one of Whitby's most famous attractions. But, how much do you know about the history of Whitby steps? The first record of the Whitby Abbey steps comes from 1340, but they’re believed to be even older. The steps were originally made from wood. It was not until 1774 that the original wooden steps were replaced with stone from Sneaton.

A stormy day in Whitby. Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England.

The harbour at Whitby in North Yorkshire

This is from an original watercolour and is notable for the simplicity of pallet and a delicacy of touch that brings this famous scene to life. It was the view as we walked down into Whitby from Sandsend and looked up to see the iconic abbey overlooking the houses. Is it beautiful or a little sinister with its Gothic associations as the scene of Dracula's last stand?

A stormy day in Whitby. Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England. A stormy day in Whitby

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England. A stormy day in Whitby.

Whitby is a seaside town in Yorkshire, northern England.

Two wire sculptures working hard under the watch of Whitby abbey caught with black and white photography.

A slow cloudy day at Whitby harbour overlooking boats, waves and people captured with black and white photography.

A cloudy day by Whitby harbour captured in black and white looking out at the docked boats.

Step into the captivating world of Whitby through the 'Windows Of Whitby Grey Days' pattern. This intricate design captures the essence of this coastal town's architecture on somber, overcast days. The intricate window frames create a nostalgic and moody atmosphere, reminiscent of a bygone era. Each detail reflects the town's rich history and gothic charm, transporting you to the cobbled streets and atmospheric alleys of Whitby. Immerse yourself in the beauty of England's coastal allure, where vintage aesthetics meet urban exploration. Let the patterns of grey days and timeless architecture add a touch of historical elegance to your life.

A beautiful view of Whitby captured with black and white photography.

Church street in Whitby in the north of England with people walking along the cobbled streets lined with shops.