Whitby Black And White Photography
Explore Whitby black and white photography featuring the Abbey, 199 Steps, Whalebones, old streets and harbour. Discover moonlit views, stormy seas and the town’s quieter details in monochrome. Choose photographic prints from £17.50, alongside framed prints, canvases and other wall art, with free UK delivery.
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Find the Whitby scene and mood you love.Choose your print type
Open the photograph and select from the options below it.Choose your size and finish
Select your size, then any additional finish offered, such as a frame moulding.
Our family-run business prints and finishes your order in Yorkshire, with free UK postage and packaging.
Whitby Abbey in black and white
High on the East Cliff, Whitby Abbey gives black and white photography one of its strongest subjects. Its arches and broken walls stand out against the sky, while changing light brings out the texture of the stone. A calm day can give the ruins a quiet, timeless feel; darker clouds make the same landmark much more dramatic.
Whitby’s connection with Bram Stoker’s Dracula makes these atmospheric scenes especially appealing to people who love its Gothic history. Monochrome suits that side of the town, particularly when the ruins appear against a stormy sky or emerge from shadow. Explore our Whitby Abbey photographs for more views of the landmark in different seasons and light.
The 199 Steps and Whitby’s old streets
The lines of the 199 Steps draw your eye through a photograph, whether you are looking up towards St Mary’s Church or back down across Whitby’s rooftops. In black and white, the stone, railings and familiar lamps become the heart of the picture.
Whitby’s narrow streets offer a different kind of monochrome scene. Light falling across old buildings, deep shadows in a passageway or reflections on wet paving can make an everyday walk feel full of character. After dark, the lamps along the Steps give these photographs a particularly Gothic mood. See more views in our 199 Steps photography gallery.
Storms, rough seas and Whitby’s piers
Black and white brings out the force of a North Sea storm. Bright sea foam stands against dark water and the solid lines of Whitby’s piers, while heavy clouds give the coastline a different character from a sunny beach photograph.
The harbour can be just as interesting in quieter weather. Boats, ropes, reflections and the shape of the Swing Bridge provide details that hold your attention without relying on colour. Browse our Whitby Harbour photographs for more waterfront views.
Whalebones, moonlight and Whitby after dark
The Whitby Whalebones make a striking shape in black and white, especially in photographs that frame the Abbey and the sky beyond. Monochrome lets the outline lead the picture, drawing attention to the view through the arch.
Whitby changes again after dark. A moonrise, a lit window or a lone lamp can become the brightest part of a scene, surrounded by the dark shapes of the town and harbour. These photographs capture the side of Whitby that appeals to lovers of its Gothic stories as well as its coastline. Discover more in our Whitby Whalebones gallery and Whitby at Night gallery.
Choosing your Whitby black and white print
Some photographs in this collection feel bold and dramatic; others are quieter views of streets, rooftops or the harbour. Choose the subject you want to live with, then consider the shape and size of the wall where it will hang. Each photograph’s page shows its available print types, sizes and finishes.
Photographic prints start at £17.50. The photographs are taken by Laurie Smithies, and our family-run business makes the prints and wall art in Yorkshire, with free UK postage and packaging. For more about the places behind the pictures, read Laurie’s Whitby photography guide
Whitby Black and White Photography Questions
Which places feature in your Whitby black and white photographs?
The collection includes Whitby Abbey, the 199 Steps, Whalebones, harbour, piers and old streets. You’ll also find photographs of rough seas, winter scenes and Whitby after dark.
Why does Whitby work so well in black and white?
The town has strong shapes and textures, from the Abbey’s arches and the lines of the 199 Steps to harbour boats and waves breaking against the piers. Black and white draws attention to those details and to the changing light.
Do you have Gothic black and white pictures of Whitby?
Yes. Look for photographs of Whitby Abbey, the 199 Steps after dark and moonlit views around the town. Whitby’s connection with Bram Stoker’s Dracula makes these atmospheric scenes especially appealing to people who love its Gothic history.
Does this gallery include photographs of Whitby storms?
Yes. Our black and white collection includes rough seas, waves, piers and dramatic skies. You can also find quieter coastal and harbour photographs if you prefer a calmer scene.
Can I buy a Whitby black and white photograph as a canvas or framed print?
Yes. Options can include photographic prints, mounted prints, framed prints and canvases. Open your chosen photograph to see its available print types, sizes and finishes.
How do I order my photograph?
Choose a photograph, select a print type from the options below it, then choose your size. Select any additional finish offered for that product, such as a frame moulding for a framed print, before adding it to your basket.
How much do the prints cost, and is UK delivery included?
Photographic prints start at £17.50. The price depends on the photograph, print type, size and finish you select. Our prices include free UK postage and packaging.
Who takes the photographs and makes the prints?
The photographs are taken by Laurie Smithies. Our family-run business prints and finishes your wall art in Yorkshire, and you can see examples of our work at The North Yorkshire Gallery in Whitby.
Explore more Whitby photography
Enjoyed these black and white views? Browse our Whitby Photos gallery for more photographs of the Abbey, 199 Steps, harbour and coast through different seasons and light.