Whitby Steampunk Weekend, one of the largest free steampunk gatherings in the UK, returns this weekend for summer 2024.

Since its inception in 2017, the family-friendly spectacle has seen thousands flock to Whitby Pavilion every February and July and this summer was no different. 

The annual festival, which returned on Friday, July 26 and runs until Sunday, July 28  promised to be a 'thrilling' event with a host of activities, workshops and demonstrations on offer, as well as fan-favourite Steampunk Retail Emporium.

People weren't put off by the bad weather as crowds flocked to the seaside town, decked out in their finest steampunk gear to take part in the weekend.

Can you spot yourself in our pictures below?

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The festival continues today (July 28) with activities and events taking place from 10am-4pm.