Here are a selection notable individuals and hometown heroes who have put Scarborough borough firmly on the map. See how many of these famous people you knew were born, lived or worked in Scarborough and Whitby.
21. Comedian Paul Tonkinson.
Comedian, radio presenter and TV personality Paul Tonkinson was born in Scarborough and is known for his roles on The Big Breakfast and The Sunday Show. Photo: Contributed
22. Sir Ben Kingsley
Born in Snainton, actor Sir Ben Kingsley won an Oscar for his title role in Gandhi and has gone on to have a film career spanning four decades. Photo: Charly Triballeau
23. Little Angels
Formed in Scarborough by Toby Jepson, Jim Dickinson, Bruce Dickinson and Mark Plunkett, Little Angels were a 1980s hard rock band. They had 12 top 40 hits and toured with Bryan Adams, Bon Jovi and Van Halen. Photo: Andrew Higgins
24. Mary Nightingale
Born in Scarborough, Mary Nightingale is a journalist and TV presenter who is best known for heading the ITV Evening News since 2001. Photo: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images