IN PICTURES: Whitby Steampunk Festival attracts the crowds

Whitby Steampunk Festival enjoyed a successful weekend on the first day of the school summer holidays.

By Duncan Atkins

Published 25th Jul 2022, 11:06 BST

Whitby Pavilion was the setting for the festival, which brought thousands to town.

Here are some pictures from the weekend.

Freckles Lamour and Monsieur Lamour.

1. Whitby Steampunk Weekend

Freckles Lamour and Monsieur Lamour. Photo: Simon Hulme

Steampunk visitors pose for a snap by the sea.

2. Whitby Steampunk Festival.

Steampunk visitors pose for a snap by the sea. Photo: Simon Hulme.

The steampunk festival attracted some characters to Whitby.

3. Whitby Steampunk Festival

The steampunk festival attracted some characters to Whitby. Photo: Paul Armstrong, The Artistic Lens

Some flamboyant costumes were on show.

4. Whitby Steampunk Festival

Some flamboyant costumes were on show. Photo: Paul Armstrong, The Artistic Lens

Whitby Pavilion