Staithes Festival of Arts & Heritage has established itself as one of the friendliest festivals on the Yorkshire coast — a must-see weekend in the regional arts calendar.
Step inside a village like no other as the doors of cottages are thrown open, transforming Staithes into a trail of pop-up art galleries showcasing painting, print, ceramics, textiles, sculpture, photography and more.
Alongside the open studios, enjoy a programme celebrating Staithes’ rich history and heritage, including walks, talks, photographs and film shows.
Location: Staithes — 11 miles north of Whitby (TS13 5BH)
Contact: info@staithesfestival.com.
Photo: Yorkshire by Air
Staithes Festival of Arts & Heritage 2026 is the village-wide arts weekend where Staithes turns into a giant, walkable gallery — cottages, studios, and community spaces fling their doors open as pop-up selling exhibitions, with music in the streets plus talks, walks, films and heritage bits woven through the weekend.
