The first Easington Miners’ Picnic saw families gather for a free event featuring live music from traditional colliery bands and singers with children’s crafts, activities and food and drink stalls. Our photographer headed along to the event to capture the highlights of the day.
1. The day started with a banner parade
The event started with a traditional miners’ banner parade accompanied by music from Easington Colliery Brass Band. Photo: Kevin Brady
2. Cooling off with an ice cream at the picnic
Frankie Clark (3), Albie (5) and Freya (6) Parkin, all of Easingtion, at the event Photo: Kevin Brady
3. Speeches were made at the festival
Heather Wood, who helped in the Miners kitchens during the Miners' Strike, speaking at the picnic. Photo: Kevin Brady
4. The Baghdaddies performed
The Baghdaddies entertaining the crowds at the picnic Photo: Kevin Brady