Thousands flock to Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage

By Duncan Atkins

Published 28th Feb 2019, 14:03 BST

Updated 9th Sep 2019, 11:31 BST

Staithes once again hosted its annual festival of arts and heritage this past weekend, when more than 150 artists exhibited in 90 cottages and public spaces around the fishing village.

Photographer Richard Ponter went along to capture the action.

Stained glass artist Janet Fraser.
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Suzie Devey makes a call at her art installation on the seafront.
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Sculptor Derek Anderson with a piece of his work.
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Artist Heather Burton with a piece of her work.
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