Staithes Photos
Discover Staithes photos captured through years of local knowledge, early starts and watching the changing light. Explore sunrises, sunsets, moonlit harbour views, Northern Lights and snow-covered cottages, alongside daytime panoramas and black and white photography. Browse the galleries below to find your favourite view of this much-loved Yorkshire fishing village.
Prints from £17.50 — with free UK delivery.
Bring Staithes into your home
Some places stay with you long after you leave. The cottages gathered around Staithes harbour, fishing boats resting in the beck and narrow cobbled streets all hold memories of time spent by the Yorkshire coast.
Our Staithes prints let you bring those memories home. Choose a sweeping village panorama, a colourful sunrise or a quiet harbour scene, available as prints, framed photographs, canvases, floating canvas prints and foam board pictures.
Every photograph is printed and finished by our family-run team in Yorkshire, with our gallery in Whitby. Whether you’re remembering a favourite holiday or choosing a gift for someone who loves Staithes, find a view that means something to you.
Explore a gallery above, choose your photograph and open its product page to see the available sizes and finishes.
Staithes Photography — Local Knowledge, Light & Patience
This collection has grown through years of returning to Staithes: watching the weather, following the changing seasons and learning when the light might fall just right across the village.
Some photographs begin with a carefully planned sunrise or moonrise. Others depend on fresh snow, an unexpected break in the clouds or the rare appearance of the Northern Lights. Local knowledge helps, but patience, persistence and a little luck all play their part.
Alongside the familiar views from Cowbar and Penny Nab, you’ll discover cottages beside the beck, fishing boats, the lifeboat station and the unmistakable Cod and Lobster overlooking the harbour. These are photographs of a village worth looking at closely—and returning to again and again.
Staithes Sunrise Photos
Watching the day begin above Staithes is something special. From the Cowbar viewpoint, the cottages and harbour lie below as the first light reaches the coast. On the right spring mornings, the rising sun over the sea adds another dimension to this much-loved view.
Our Staithes sunrise photographs capture colourful skies, gentle morning light and those brief moments when the village, sea and sky come together. The collection also includes moonset scenes photographed as a new day begins.
Staithes Sunset Photos
As evening approaches, changing light transforms the village. Rooftops catch the last warmth of the day, clouds gather colour and the harbour takes on a quieter atmosphere.
Explore Staithes sunset photos looking down across the cottages and waterfront, including views from Penny Nab. From soft evening colour to dramatic skies above the village, these pictures capture the reward of waiting for the light.
Staithes at Night — Moonrises & Northern Lights
After dark, Staithes has a character all of its own. Lights shine among the cottages, the harbour settles into shadow and the sky becomes part of the story.
Our night photography includes moonrises seen from Cowbar, with the moon appearing beyond the familiar village view, alongside photographs of the Northern Lights over Staithes. These moments take planning and persistence, with clear skies and the right conditions making each opportunity precious.
Staithes Black & White Photos
Without colour, the shapes and textures of Staithes come to the fore. Closely gathered cottages, cobbled streets, fishing boats and harbour walls give the village a distinctive character in black and white.
Discover Staithes pictures that draw attention to light, shadow and detail, offering a different way to enjoy familiar coastal scenes.
Staithes Daytime Photos — Harbour Views, Panoramas & Snow
Explore the everyday beauty of Staithes, from fishing boats in the beck and cottages along the waterfront to wide views over the village and harbour. Photographs of the Cod and Lobster, the lifeboat station and the cobbled streets capture places that visitors remember and locals know well.
The collection also includes Staithes in the snow, when white rooftops and winter light give the village a very different feel. Alongside these seasonal scenes, discover daytime panoramas filled with the detail and character of this small coastal village.
A Staithes Panorama That Still Means So Much
“I took this panoramic photograph from the Cowbar side of Staithes many years ago. The light across the village and the seagulls in the scene came together in a way I still feel lucky to have captured.
“It may well be my best-selling photograph of all time. Although my photography has developed over the years, this remains a picture I’m especially proud of—and one that brings back exactly why I love photographing Staithes.”
Explore More Yorkshire Photography
Use the map below to discover photographs from more of your favourite Yorkshire locations. Click on a photograph to browse its gallery and explore another part of the coast or countryside.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I see in your Staithes photography galleries?
Explore Staithes at sunrise, sunset, after dark and during the day, alongside a dedicated black and white collection. Our photographs include harbour panoramas, cottages, cobbled streets, fishing boats, the Cod and Lobster, the lifeboat station and views from Cowbar and Penny Nab.
Do you have pictures of Staithes in the snow?
Yes. You’ll find snow-covered village and harbour scenes in our Staithes Daytime Photos gallery, alongside other seasonal views and panoramas.
Where can I find your Staithes moonrise and Northern Lights photographs?
Explore our Staithes at Night gallery for moonrise and Northern Lights photographs. Moonsets photographed around sunrise feature in our Sunrise gallery.
Can I buy panoramic photographs of Staithes?
Yes. Our collection includes panoramic views across Staithes village and harbour. Open your chosen photograph to see the sizes and finishes available for that image.
What print options are available?
Choose from prints, framed photographs, canvases, floating canvas prints and foam board pictures. The available options are shown on each photograph’s product page.
How much do Staithes prints cost?
Prints start from £17.50. Prices depend on your chosen size and finish, and UK delivery is free on all orders.
How do I order a Staithes photograph?
Choose one of the galleries on this page, find your favourite photograph and click “View Product”. Select your preferred size and finish, then add it to your basket and complete your order online.
Where are your photographs printed?
Our photographs are printed and finished by our family-run team in Yorkshire. You can also visit The North Yorkshire Gallery on Church Street in Whitby.