Furthest From The Sea, one of Derby’s cultural highlights took place on Saturday June 22, 2024.
The festival boasting fabulous swashbuckling fun took place on Cathedral Green, just a few steps from Museum Of Making in Derby city centre.
Double-digit temperatures meant people were ready to party in the sun.
There were several pop-up food stalls including an outdoor barbeque from the Museum Of Making's River Kitchen.
On the entertainment front, there was live music from rap stars in the making, performances by local dancers and singers playing sounds from around the world.
Drumming and improv workshops, and demonstrations of craftwork made the event a fun learning environment.
The festival that centred around creativity, had tents around The Green where people could flex their creative muscles.
There was also a Making Central area where young budding publishers could create their own pop-up treasure map, or letterpress poster.
The family-friendly event welcomed parents and little ones into the Story Tent where terrific tales were told, using poetry, illustration and movement.
Organisers of the 11th Furthest From The Sea Festival praised ‘incredible’ performers and artists in a post-event announcement.
Here are some photos from the free event, we are already looking forward to the next one!
1. Live music on the day included sounds from this drummer
International sounds, including beating drums added to the sense of occasion to the event | Ria Ghei
2. The Green was filled with quaint tents decorated with bunting
The family-friendly event was free and a real treat for little ones who could indulge in creativity in the sun | Ria Ghei
3. People of all ages got involved by dressing up in a nautical theme
From pirates to sailors, the event was a rip roarious success | Ria Ghei
4. There were some very special performances on The Green
A performer made giant bubbles using a bucket and long bubble maker, much to the delight of rapt little ones | Ria Ghei