The second Pickering Rocks Festival took place at the beginning of September, filling the streets of the town with music-loving revellers.
A family friendly event, the main festival is just one of a series of gigs and related activities that this motivated team of volunteers put together across the year. Some of our Yorkshire Coast Gigs team were able to attend and enjoy a few hours of the main day in Market Place. Local rock outfit Hunter Gatherer were a particular highlight, amidst a day of impressive acts and equally impressive event organisation. Other acts included Poison Dart, Penny Fleck, Kirkby Soul, Gumbox and Ross McWhirter – sadly we couldn’t stay to catch them all this time around, but what a great line-up!
Photos by John Hayhurst
The music wasn’t the only merriment on offer, as there were fairground rides, circus activities, face painting and more on offer to captivate the younger ones. With a range of independent shops, cafes and pubs lining the street, there was plenty to suit all tastes. As the afternoon forged on, the crowds grew, with a great atmosphere in the air throughout.
The next event coming up for the crew is a weekender across 11th-13th October, at Pickering Memorial Hall.
Fri 11th – Pickering Pops Bingo on with Pickering Pre-School and hosted by musician Oz Ward
Doors 6.30, Eyes Down 7pm, tickets £15. Contact Leah on 07763 500390 for tickets.
Saturday 12th – Skint and Tigers in the Dark. Two rock covers bands who always prove popular – 6pm til 11pm.
Tickets via eventbrite
Sunday 13th – Mini Rockers from 1pm til 4pm – soft play, bouncy castle, face painting, arts and crafts, foodie treats and local musicians bringing a range of instruments for youngsters to try out (free to attend but charges apply for face painting and food ).
For more information visit the Pickering Rocks facebook page.
