Whitby Steampunk Weekend: Amazing outfits caught on camera

The festivities attract people from across the UK and beyond

Hundreds of people have taken part in the Whitby Steampunk Weekend.

Steampunk is a subgenre of science fiction and fantasy literature, which commonly features some aspect of steam-powered machinery.

The bi-annual event in North Yorkshire is thought to be one of the largest steampunk gatherings in the UK.

Attendees in eye-catching outfits converged on the town's pavilion, promenade and beaches on Saturday and Sunday.

Karen and John Austin enjoy a walk on the North Yorkshire coastal resort's sands

The event attracts not just those who wish to dress up, but also those who just want to see the spectacle

Those taking part invest both time and money in their costumes

This group were snapped near the town's pavilion

Emma Parfett and Shaun Smith cool off with a paddle in the bracing North Sea

Whitby's trademark beach huts contrast with the darker colours worn by many Steampunk aficionados