Thousands of people flocked to Maryport's harbourside last weekend for Taste Cumbria’s Taste of the Sea festival.

Now in its fourth year, the festival, which took place on Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August 11, relocated to the Maryport Marina, where a producers’ market showcased 50 stands, offering hot food, live music, expert demonstrations and family-friendly activities.

Seafood proved extremely popular, with the Oyster Bar noting sales of nearly one oyster per minute on Saturday.

Hot fish was provided by Chris Sanders of Ulverston's Knife and SoulHot fish was provided by Chris Sanders of Ulverston's Knife and Soul (Image: Tom Kay Photographic)

A 40-person queue for produce straight from the Chelaris fishing boat indicated the crowd's appetite for fresh seafood.

Other food traders offered a range of dishes such as prawns on pizzas and hot lobster dishes.

For the first time, traders from the TEG entrepreneurs’ markets attended as well, selling items such as artwork and gifts.

Across the town, various businesses participated in the celebration, with the Shipping Brow Gallery granting free admission and The Settlement and Redby Coffee displaying work from local artists.

Maryport Round Table ran the festival barMaryport Round Table ran the festival bar (Image: Tom Kay Photographic)

An art trail guided visitors through the town, encouraging visits to independent businesses.

Although most of the festival's entertainment was free, there were also two ticketed events: a 'Fish and Fizz Supper' at Her Citi café and 'Bingo Loco' at Grasslot Sports Club.

The Taste of the Sea festival is part of a series of events organised by Cumberland Council, which is managing the £12 million investment currently being made in Maryport.

Maryport Born and Bread sold out of their produce twice at the festivalMaryport Born and Bread sold out of their produce twice at the festival (Image: Tom Kay Photographic)

Councillor Anne Quilter, Cumberland Council’s executive member for Vibrant and Healthy Places, said: "This year’s Taste of the Sea festival was a triumph.

"It was fantastic to see so many happy smiling people, in the sunshine, in the heart of this lovely town.

"Thank you to all our sponsors and supporters, and to the visitors, traders, Maryport businesses and organisations, and the council’s hardworking event team, for creating another amazing festival."

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