'Authentic Cumbrian weather' fails to dampen Pride

Kendal Pride 2024 was held in "authentic Cumbrian weather"

More than 800 people have taken part in a Cumbrian town's Pride events over the weekend.

Organisers of Kendal Pride said rain failed to deter people from attending events including walks, yoga, a "proud pooches" dog show and performances from drag queens and kings.

Jamie Hooper, chair of the organising group, said the three-day event had been "wonderful", adding: "We're thrilled that so many people turned out in the authentic Cumbrian weather to celebrate pride together."

Photographer Sarah Hewitt shared some of her pictures from the celebration.

A show of "proud pooches" was held at Kendal Pride in collaboration with Animal Rescue Cumbria

The weekend saw performances from drag queens...

...and drag kings

Organisers said Kendal Pride was a "thoroughly Lakeland affair"

More than 800 people are estimated to have taken part in events

Rain failed to dampen spirits

There were also talks, and a book featuring 10 stories from local people was published

Pride is a celebration of the LGBT+ community

The festival was funded by Arts Council England, National Lottery Awards for All, Kendal Town Council, Kendal Business Improvement District and Cumbria Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner