A great weekend at Staithes Festival.

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15 pictures as Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage, near Whitby, draws in the crowds

By Duncan Atkins

Published 18th Sep 2023, 12:27 BST

Updated 18th Sep 2023, 12:53 BST

Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage once again drew in the crowds on Saturday and Sunday as the popular event returned for the first time since before the pandemic.

More than 100 artists displayed their wares – ranging from paintings to ceramics – in around 60 cottages in the quaint seaside village, while history walks, heritage talks and live street music ensured a fun-filled family weekend.

Lino Artist Emily Burns at work.
picture: Richard Ponter

5. Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage returns

Lino Artist Emily Burns at work. picture: Richard Ponter Photo: Richard Ponter

Jacqueline Power arranges the knitted mermaid on the seafront.
picture: Richard Ponter

6. Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage returns

Jacqueline Power arranges the knitted mermaid on the seafront. picture: Richard Ponter Photo: Richard Ponter

Edward Gleed buys some fudge From Kerry Parkes at Reyt Good Fudge.
picture: Richard Ponter

7. Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage returns

Edward Gleed buys some fudge From Kerry Parkes at Reyt Good Fudge. picture: Richard Ponter Photo: Richard Ponter

Sculptor Steve Iredale with one of his sculptures and the backdrop of Staithes.
picture: Richard Ponter

8. Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage returns

Sculptor Steve Iredale with one of his sculptures and the backdrop of Staithes. picture: Richard Ponter Photo: Richard Ponter

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