They were all shot by talented freelance photographer Richard Ponter; he can be contacted for assignment enquiries on [email protected]
5. 2019's top photos
Heavy waves batter Scarborough's South Bay with onlookers taking huge risks. Photo: Richard Ponter
6. 2019's top photos
Scarborough Sci Fi Festival ... battling on the beach are Hannah Risdon as Captain America and Joey Gomez Mannion as The Winter Soldier. Photo: Richard Ponter
7. 2019's top photos
The Steampunk weekend in Whitby, with Tim Grosse and Shelley Anderson. Photo: Richard Ponter
8. 2019's top photos
Bank holiday on Scarborough's South Bay beach, with the big wheel last year providing a different backdrop. Photo: Richard Ponter