Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage

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

North York Moors, Scarborough Borough Council and Welcome to Yorkshire
Photo: Duncan Lomax

Photo: Duncan Lomax

Staithes Festival Artists Beginning with F

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Felty And Fabulous

Brenda Christison (Felty and Fabulous) is a needlefelter from York. She is inspired by the colours and textures of Yorkshire, creating unique pictures to spread smiles. Needle-felting onto vintage blankets lends her work a uniqueness in terms of colour, texture and history. Signature pieces include wild landscapes, hares and cheeky mice, with hand embroidery adding detail and definition. Brenda is well known locally as a member of Staithes Arts and Craft Centre and Fabrication in York and is a keen member of the International Feltmakers Association. She promotes this mindful, magical skill by creating kits and leading workshops throughout Yorkshire.

Venue: Pelican, High Street, Staithes

Medium: Needlefelting

Sue M Frater

Sue lives and works in the Northeast of England. Painting for many years Sue has exhibited all over the world as well as the UK. Sue is inspired by the beautiful Landscapes and seascapes as well as the flora and fauna of the area. Using a variety of media from Acrylic, Gouache and caran Dache Sue creates texture depth and warmth to her beautifully observed paintings.

Venue: N0. 4 Fisherman's Cottage Cow Bar Bank (Old Jacks Cottage)

Medium: Acrylic, Gouache Paintings

Made In Fryup

I have lived on the North York Moors for over 40 years and I crochet. I make ammonites which reflect our coastline, baskets made from recycled cotton and teddy bears using only GOTS certified organic yarns. I have recently been experimenting with colourful Japanese wool which makes great project bags - every one is different..This is my sixth year as a member of Staithes Arts and Crafts Centre, so my crochet is very much at home here.

Venue: Staithes Arts and Crafts Centre, Church Street

Medium: Ammonites, Baskets, Crochet