Whitby Sunset Photos
Explore Whitby sunset photos featuring the 199 Steps, Abbey, beach huts and harbour beneath colourful evening skies. Choose photographic prints from £17.50, alongside canvases, framed prints and other wall art. Made by our family-run business in Yorkshire, with free UK delivery.
Bring a Whitby sunset into your home
- Choose your photograph
Find your favourite Whitby sunset. - Choose your print type
Open the photograph and select from the options below it. - Choose your size and finish
Select your size, then any available finish, such as a frame moulding.
Made by our family-run business in Yorkshire, with free UK postage and packaging.
Sunset from Whitby’s 199 Steps
Looking down the 199 Steps towards Church Street and the harbour is one of Whitby’s most recognisable views. The lamp, rooftops and stone steps give the photograph its familiar foreground, while the evening sky changes the atmosphere from one visit to the next.
Around midsummer, the setting sun moves out towards the sea beyond the harbour entrance. Summer flowers add colour around the steps, and the view brings together the old town, piers and coastline beneath the sunset.
The scene can be just as striking shortly afterwards, when the lamp begins to glow and colour remains in the clouds. Choose the photograph that recalls your favourite kind of Whitby evening, or explore our 199 Steps photography gallery for more views through the seasons.
Whitby Abbey in the evening light
Sunset photographs of Whitby Abbey capture both its architecture and its setting above the coast. Depending on the viewpoint and conditions, the ruins can catch warm evening light or stand against a colourful sky, with their windows and arches giving the picture a distinctive outline.
The nearby pond adds another element when the water is calm, reflecting the ruins and sky. A wider composition gives these reflections room within the photograph, while a closer view draws attention to the texture and shape of the stonework.
An Abbey sunset print suits anyone who loves this landmark and its place in Whitby’s skyline. Browse our Whitby Abbey photographs for more scenes, including winter snow and illuminations.
Whitby beach huts at sunset
Whitby’s colourful beach huts bring a different character to the sunset collection. Their painted fronts sit beside the beach and sea, creating photographs that recall summer holidays, walks along the promenade and evenings spent watching the tide.
In summer, evening light can catch the huts while the sky changes colour above the coastline. Later, softer pinks and purples can give the same view a quieter mood. Along the beach, reflections in wet sand bring the colours of the sky into the foreground.
Choose a beach-hut photograph for a lively coastal picture, or an open beach scene if you prefer more space and a simpler composition. Explore our Other Whitby Photos gallery for more photographs of the beach huts and places around the town.
Evening colour over Whitby Harbour and piers
The harbour and piers connect Whitby’s townscape with the open sea. Sunset photographs can show colour reflected around the Swing Bridge and moored boats, or wider coastal views with the pier extensions stretching towards the horizon.
Some scenes are filled with strong reds and oranges; others retain the softer light of dusk as the town lights begin to appear. These wider views can be particularly appealing if you want a photograph that brings several familiar parts of Whitby together.
Visit our Whitby Harbour photography gallery for more waterfront scenes in different seasons and light.
Choosing your Whitby sunset print or canvas
Choose a sunset photograph for its view as well as its colour. The Steps might remind you of an evening walk through the old town, the Abbey of a favourite visit, or the beach huts of a summer holiday by the sea.
Consider the shape of the picture alongside the space where it will hang. A panoramic view can suit a broad wall, while a portrait composition works well in a narrower space. Each photograph’s product page shows the available sizes and print types.
Photographic prints start at £17.50, with canvases, framed prints, mounted prints and other finishes available. Our family-run business makes your prints and wall art in Yorkshire, with free UK postage and packaging.
The photographs are taken by Laurie Smithies. For more about the viewpoints and seasonal light behind the pictures, read Laurie’s Whitby photography guide.
Whitby Photography Locations
Explore the places featured in our Whitby photographs and discover the views around them. Click or tap a pin to see a photo and read about the location. On a phone, scroll inside the pin’s information box to reveal the link to its matching photo gallery.
Whitby Sunset Photography Questions
Which places feature in your Whitby sunset photographs?
The collection includes the 199 Steps, Whitby Abbey, beach huts, beach, harbour, Swing Bridge and piers. You’ll find both closer landmark photographs and wider views showing the town and coast beneath evening skies.
Can you see the sunset over the sea in Whitby?
Yes, during parts of the summer. The changing position of the setting sun creates opportunities to photograph sunset over the North Sea from suitable Whitby viewpoints. Around midsummer, the view from the 199 Steps towards the harbour entrance is particularly rewarding.
Does the collection include photographs taken after sunset?
Yes. Some photographs capture the softer light and colour that remain after the sun has gone below the horizon. These dusk scenes can include glowing street lamps, harbour reflections and pink or purple skies.
How much do Whitby sunset prints cost?
Photographic prints start at £17.50, including free UK postage and packaging. The price depends on your chosen photograph, print type, size and finish. Each product page shows the available options and prices.
Can I buy a sunset photograph as a canvas or framed print?
Yes. Options include canvases, framed prints, mounted prints and photographic prints. Open your chosen photograph to see its available sizes and finishes, including any panoramic options.
How do I order my Whitby sunset photograph?
Choose your photograph, then select a print type from the options below it. Next, choose your size and any additional finish offered for that product. For framed prints, you can select your preferred frame moulding before adding your order to the basket.
Is UK delivery included?
Yes. Our prices include free UK postage and packaging. Each order is carefully packaged for delivery, whether you are buying a sunset photograph for your home or as a gift.
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. You can see examples of our work at The North Yorkshire Gallery, 155 Church Street, Whitby.