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: Duncan Lomax
A display of 100's of local images of Staithes, Runswick, Hinderwell & surrounds and some original paintings. Continuous silent film on Staithes Lifeboat. There will also be a section on Antiques & Collectables & Bric-a-Brac.
Venue: 'The Staithes Experience' Granary Yard Garage Studio, Beckside
Medium: Bygone Local Images
Beyond The Byre Jewellery specialises in working with copper, enamel, and mixed metals, turning them into wearable art pieces. Each piece is lovingly handmade in their studio in the beautiful Northumberland countryside, and no two designs are ever the same. Beyond The Byre Jewellery is all about the perfect blend of creativity and craftsmanship, where cool designs and skilled execution come together to create jewellery that's both beautiful and affordable. Their dedication to handcrafted artistry means their jewellery is full of character, making each piece a true reflection of personal style and individuality.
Venue: The Anchorage, The High Street, Staithes, Saltburn by the Sea, TS13 5BH
Medium: Artisan Jewellery
Suzanne individually designs and hand makes glass beads, baubles, flowers and jewellery using a technique known as lampworking - 'the art of making small objects from glass rods melted in the flame of a torch'.
Venue: Hill Cottage, High Barrass, Staithes,TS13 5DE
Medium: Lampworking, Jewellery, Glass
Emma is currently a resident artist at Arnup Studios In York. Emma utilises her love of traditional jewellery making skills to create work inspired by nature. The nearby Yorkshire coastline and Emma's interest in geology provides endless inspiration explored in metal and stone.
Venue: Kindly Light, Wesleyan Chapel, Chapel Yard. Staithes. TS135BS
Medium: Jewellery
From statement rings to everyday earrings, Caroline Brogden creates contemporary jewellery from Surfite. Surfite is a vividly layered by-product of surfboard production which she shapes and carves by hand, before adding recycled precious metals. Rather than imposing a fixed aesthetic, she responds intuitively to the striations and patterns within the material, revealing unexpected beauty with a coastal narrative. The dialogue between reclaimed materials and refined craftsmanship; to create bold, sustainable pieces that are both sculptural and wearable is central to her work. Rooted in responsible sourcing and traditional silversmithing skills, her practice reimagines waste as an enduring adornment shaped by process, place and human touch.
Venue: Greystones, High Street,
Medium: Contemporary Jeweller