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 H

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Jon Haste

Jon is a York-based printmaker creating linocut prints shaped by the landscapes, wildlife and folklore of the North. His work is rooted in a close, observational relationship with place — from the edges of the city to the Yorkshire coast and moorland paths. Alongside landscape prints, he develops narrative-led series including Green Man figures and intimate studies of his son growing within the natural world. His hand-carved process emphasises texture, movement and detail, building images that feel both grounded and alive.

Venue: Betsey & Bo shop, High Street Staithes

Medium: Relief Printmaking