A total of 215 people were counted at the first pub, the Little Angel on Flowergate, with the aim of completing a circuit of 34 pubs, culminating in a drink at The Angel Hotel on New Quay Road.
The event now attracts people from far and wide wanting to take part in the challenge.
Photographer Richard Ponter captured these photos of the day.
5. Whitby Pub Crawl
Group outside the Middle Earth pub. photo: Richard Ponter Photo: Richard Ponter
6. Whitby Pub Crawl
These lads are about to move on to the next pub. photo: Richard Ponter Photo: Richard Ponter
7. Whitby Pub Crawl
Enjoying a pint outside the Middle Earth. photo: Richard Ponter Photo: Richard Ponter
8. Whitby Pub Crawl
Friends enjoying their day. photo: Richard Ponter Photo: Richard Ponter
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