It took place on December 3, 2022.
Participants started from the historic Whitby bandstand overlooking the harbour before passing the whalebone arch and finishing at the foot of the statue of James Cook.
One of Whitby’s many quirky events, the Krampus run relates to the legend of Krampus, a half-goat, half-demon figure who punishes misbehaving children at Christmas.
Yorkshire Post photographer James Hardisty headed along to the run.
. Whitby Krampus Run 2022
The run started from the historic Whitby Bandstand situated overlooking Whitby's harbour at the foot of the Khyber Pass. Photo: James Hardisty
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Participants made a spectacular effort with their costumes this year. Photo: James Hardisty
. Whitby Krampus Run 2022
They wore masks and the horns of the Krampus. Photo: James Hardisty
. Whitby Krampus Run 2022
Krampus was created as a counterpart to kindly St. Nicholas. Photo: James Hardisty
. Whitby Krampus Run 2022
Krampus punishes misbehaving children at Christmas. Photo: James Hardisty
. Whitby Krampus Run 2022
Unlike sweet Santa, Krampus is a demonic creature with horns, dark hair and fangs. Photo: James Hardisty
1. Whitby Krampus Run 2022
The run started from the historic Whitby Bandstand situated overlooking Whitby's harbour at the foot of the Khyber Pass. Photo: James Hardisty
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Participants made a spectacular effort with their costumes this year. Photo: James Hardisty
3. Whitby Krampus Run 2022
They wore masks and the horns of the Krampus. Photo: James Hardisty
4. Whitby Krampus Run 2022
Krampus was created as a counterpart to kindly St. Nicholas. Photo: James Hardisty