IN PICTURES: 33 photos of Whitby Fish and Ships Festival, Filey steampunk weekend and Bridlington Kite Festival

By Duncan Atkins

Published 22nd May 2023, 12:20 BST

Updated 22nd May 2023, 12:48 BST

The Yorkshire coast has pulled in the crowds this weekend with a trio of fabulous events – Whitby’s Fish and Ships Festival, Filey Steampunk Weekend and Bridlington Kite Festival.

Our photographers were out and about capturing the action.

Daryl Smith, of Blackburn, a member of Northern Kite Group, preparing his kites for the day. Photo: James Hardisty

Scores of exotic inflatables adding a splash of colour to the cliff tops above the seaside resort. Photo: James Hardisty

Ernie Williamson, a member of Northern Kite Group, looking up at his handmade flying (Orcas) Killer Whales. Photo: James Hardisty

Craig Harby, of Kendal, keeping an eye on his flying Gecko kites. Photo: James Hardisty

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