The never seen before photos of Scarborough through the ages

By Andrew Hutchinson

Published 9th Feb 2019, 10:46 BST

Updated 10th Feb 2019, 06:36 BST

PICS: Getty

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Today we turn back the clock to showcase how Scarborough has changed down the years.

These never been seen before images online are published courtesy of Getty Images:

A view of Scarborough from the esplanade.

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Donkey rides on the sands.

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Holidaymakers on the North Beach.

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Scottish women gutting herrings at Scarborough harbour. Thousands of women travel from Scotland to Great Yarmouth to process the catch during the autumn herring season.

placeholder image — Scottish women gutting herrings at Scarborough harbour. Thousands of women travel from Scotland to Great Yarmouth to process the catch during the autumn herring season.

Crowds watching the platform diving at Scarborough.

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The bathing pool at the South Cliff.

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Bathers at the swimming pool at South Cliff.

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Children on the sands at Scarborough.

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