In pictures - Whitby's Christmas Festival gets crowds in festive mood

By Duncan Atkins

Published 19th Nov 2019, 18:00 BST

Updated 19th Nov 2019, 18:00 BST

Whitby Town Council organised a fantastic Christmas Festival weekend to launch the festive season in town.

Photographer Richard Ponter was on hand to capture images on the Friday night.

Santa was a welcome visitor to the festival, 195012q | jpimediaresell Photo: Richard Ponter

Mark Parkin of Furbellow and Co ready for customers, 195012h | jpimediaresell Photo: Richard Ponter

The lantern parade moves through town, 195012e | jpimediaresell Photo: Richard Ponter

A special festive toast! 195012f | jpimediaresell Photo: Richard Ponter

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